The Wisconsin Herd defeated the Long Island Nets 108-101 on Thursday night at Place Bell in Laval, Quebec. The Herd overcame a season-high 24 turnovers by shooting over 53% from 3-point range to secure their third consecutive victory.

Victor Oladipo led the charge for the Wisconsin Herd (3-4), scoring a game-high 25 points off the bench on 8-of-13 shooting, including making 4 of his 5 3-point attempts. Cormac Ryan added 23 points and five rebounds, while Stephen Thompson contributed 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, moving within four points of becoming the franchise's all-time leading scorer. The Herd's bench was a significant factor, outscoring the Nets' reserves 48-5, with John Butler Jr. adding 12 points. As a team, Wisconsin shot an efficient 14-for-26 (53.8%) from beyond the arc.

The Long Island Nets (3-4) were paced by their starting five, who accounted for 96 of the team's 101 points. Each starter scored in double digits and played at least 37 minutes. Nate Williams led the team with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 steals. Tyson Etienne scored 22 points, connecting on five 3-pointers, and Malachi Smith orchestrated the offense with 19 points and a game-high nine assists. Trevon Scott recorded 17 points and eight rebounds, while Chaney Johnson finished with 15 points and eight rebounds. Despite forcing 24 turnovers, the Nets could not overcome Wisconsin's potent offense.

The victory marks a significant turnaround for the Herd, who started the regular season 0-4. 

Up next: These teams will meet again Friday night at the same venue.

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