The Nets saw their modest winning streak come to an end Thursday night at Barclays Center, blowing a late lead in a 123-110 collapse against the also-tanking Jazz.

In what promises to be a league-wide tankathon, whoever is the most committed may win.

And the Nets showed some signs of strategic long-term commitment, resting Michael Porter Jr. in a clash that could have real implications in the all-important draft lottery.

The Nets fell to 5-17, now tied for fourth in the lottery odds with the Kings.

Despite improved play, the Nets aren’t changing lanes.

They’re still full speed ahead with their tank.

But Porter had been so good for them, he’s begging questions no one ever thought would need to be asked, much less answered.

A. Is he playing so well that he endangers the Nets’ tanking?

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