The Brooklyn Nets defeated the visiting New York Knicks, 107-105, at Barclay's Center on Friday.

Nine ties and 13 lead changes show just how close this game was, as this crosstown rivalry wasn't decided until the final shot. Caris LeVert played the hero, as he hit the game-winning lay-up with one second left to break a tied game. Rebounding was the difference in the game for Brooklyn, as they won that battle, 55-36. Ball movement was also critical, with the Nets handing out 22 assists and New York recording just 14 dimes. Brooklyn was lucky to win looking at the turnover differential though, as they recorded 22 turnovers while the Knicks turned the ball over only three times. The Nets ended up hitting 49 percent of their shots while the Knicks connected on just 41 percent from the field.

The Knicks (1-1) were led by Enes Kanter, as he amassed 29 points and 10 boards on 12-of-19 shooting. Tim Hardaway Jr. matched those 29 points, adding two rebounds and three steals to his line. No other starter reached double figures in scoring. as Kevin Knox led the bench with 17 points and six boards.

The Nets (1-1) got a fantastic performance out of Caris LeVert, as he collected 28 points, six rebounds and five assists on 8-of-13 shooting. D'Angelo Russell totaled 15 points, five rebounds and six assists. Jarrett Allen generated 15 points, 11 rebounds and four blocks. Spencer Dinwiddie was their best bench player, providing 10 points, three rebounds and six assists.

Both teams play again on Saturday, with Brooklyn facing the Indiana Pacers on the road and New York playing host to the Boston Celtics.