Kidd’s Triple-Double Streak Ends with a Win against the Sonics

Jason Kidd had the chance to extend his triple-double streak against the Seattle Supersonics but sat out the final period after posting 16 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists in 29 minutes of action. The New Jersey Nets overwhelmed the Sonics and defeated them 99-88. Richard Jefferson led the game with 28 points and Vince Carter added 18. It was a great game for the Nets as they shot 48 percent from the field and 50 percent beyond the arc.
Sonics reserve Johan Petro led his team with 22 points while Nick Collison contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds. Kevin Durant only managed to add 15 points on a 5-14 shooting.

 

Kidd had the chance to finish with the triple-double after collecting 8 points, 5 assists and 4 rebounds in the first period but was happy to rest the final period and get the win.The New Jersey Nets stay above .500 with an 18-17 record in the Atlantic division while the Seattle Supersonics is 9-26 in the Northwest division.

 

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