Even a winnable game the Nets couldn't manage to come out on the positive side.
Brooklyn squandered a 17-point lead with Miles Bridges blocking Cam Thomas on a potential go ahead layup in the closing seconds.
Trendon Watford heaved up a desperation potential game tying 3-pointer that clanged off the back iron at the buzzer.
The dropped their seventh straight contest to fall to 21-42 on the season and a dismal .250 winning percentage.
Things don't get any easier as the Nets host the Lakers Monday, followed by a trip to Cleveland Tuesday for a back to back.