The Nets competed from start to finish Friday night at Kia Center, forcing a season-high 19 turnovers while committing just seven. But their valiant effort fell short in the final seconds, as the Nets lost to the Orlando Magic 105-98, dropping to 1-11 and 0-2 in NBA Cup East Group B.

Brooklyn has now dropped four straight since earning its first win of the season on Nov. 5. Day’Ron Sharpe returned after a one-game absence, while the Magic were without All-Star Paolo Banchero.

The Nets came out swinging in Orlando, delivering one of their most complete opening quarters of the season. Michael Porter Jr. set the early tone with six assists in the first, the most he has ever recorded in any quarter and tied for a career high. He added 11 points as well, anchoring a Brooklyn offense that

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