Brooklyn Nets edge out New York Knicks

The Brooklyn Nets beat the New York Knicks 96-89 in overtime to move level with their city rivals at the top of the Atlantic Division.

The game at the Barclays Centre was the first meeting between New York and Brooklyn franchises since the Brooklyn Dodgers played the New York Giants in 1957.

Nets coach Avery Johnson said: "Every time some sort of Knick contingency started to cheer, our fans got louder. This is what we've been dreaming about since I've been here. It's a nice feeling, and I'm glad we rewarded our fans with a victory."

Nets centre Brook Lopez, who scored 22 points, added: "It was absolutely fantastic. It was a great game for the fans. Having two great teams in New York, the fans are in the best position of all."

The Knicks, who face the Detroit Pistons in a regular-season game at the O2 on January 17, return to Brooklyn for a rematch on December 11.

Knicks star Carmelo Anthony said: "They're across the bridge. They're here in Brooklyn. We're in the city. They're in the same division, the same sports town. I guess you can say this started something.”