Keon Johnson led the Brooklyn Nets in scoring against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, putting up 22 points. He played 35 minutes and shot 8-of-21 from the field. Despite his efforts, the Nets lost 124-105.
What It Means
Johnson’s 22-point game against the Nuggets marked a significant performance as he exceeded his season average by a wide margin. Previously, he averaged just 8 points per game this season. His playing time also increased, with him logging 35 minutes compared to his usual average of fewer minutes. This game is part of a streak where he’s scored at least 10 points in consecutive games. While he has struggled with shooting efficiency this season at just 36%, he managed to make four three-pointers out of twelve attempts in this game, showing improvement from his season average of making about one three-pointer per game.
