The Nets were pounded into NBA infamy Wednesday night, losing 117-101 to the Mavericks for their 18th straight loss to start the season, according to an Associated Press report.

The Mavericks made 17 of 19 shots and opened a 27-point lead in the second quarter.

The Nets passed the 1988-89 Heat and 1999 Clippers, who both dropped their first 17 games. New Jersey?s next chance to end the streak comes Friday at home against the Bobcats.