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Chaney Johnson Flashes Considerable Upside in Nets' Loss to Trail Blazers

The Brooklyn Nets have been running thin in recent games, with several of their key players out due to various injuries. The Nets found a spark late in their 104-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday, with E.J.

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Brooklyn Nets Coach Shares Encouraging Update on Michael Porter Jr.’s Return Timeline From Ankle Injury

Jordi Fernandez provided an update regarding Michael Porter Jr.’s return timeline, as the one-time champion has missed three straight games due to a sprained right ankle.

Drake Powell News / NetsDaily / March 17

Brooklyn’s feisty bench shines a light on Long Island development

Drake Powell is a man of very few, very polite words. Always smiling, an enthusiastic small-talker, though to this point, Powell is not one for detailed conversation with the media.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / March 16

Lewis: Nets plan to ‘flip switch and try to compete as soon as next season’

There’ve been rumors going back to trade deadline about how the Nets plan to move beyond their deep rebuild next season, but Brian Lewis writes more in detail on the team’s plan, quoting sources knowledgeable about things.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Total Apex Sports / March 16

Blazers Bounce Back in Brooklyn, Cruise Past Nets 114-95

The Portland Trail Blazers came into Brooklyn on Monday night with something to prove. Fresh off a tough loss to the Philadelphia 76ers just 24 hours earlier, the Blazers didn’t just win — they dominated from the opening tip, rolling past the Brooklyn Nets 114-95 at Barclays Center.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 16

Blazers cruise to wire-to-wire win over floundering Nets

Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara scored 18 points apiece as the Portland Trail Blazers never trailed and withstood a shaky fourth quarter in a 114-95 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night in New York.

NBA News / NetsDaily / March 16

Brooklyn Nets quickly put down by Portland Trail Blazers, lose 114-95

The Brooklyn Nets lost another game on Monday night, this time at home to the Portland Trail Blazers. Trailing by over 20 points in the first half and

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 16

Ben Saraf One of Key Takeaways From Nets' Lopsided Loss to Trail Blazers

The Brooklyn Nets (17-51) returned to the Barclays Center for a matchup against the Western Conference Portland Trail Blazers (33-36). The Nets would once again find themselves down five players, as the injuries continue to mount for the team.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 16

How Former Nets Have Fared in New Environments This Season

The Brooklyn Nets have been in rebuild mode for the better part of two seasons. Heading into the 2025 offseason, the organization cleared out nearly all of its role players on the wrong side of 25 years old.

NBA News / NetsDaily / March 16

LIVE DISCUSSION: Portland Trail Blazers at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 PM ET

Inhale. Exhale. Michael Porter Jr, Day’Ron Sharpe, Noah Clowney, Egor Demin, and Terance Mann are all out for Brooklyn. That’s great news for those getting ready for the big dance.

Brooklyn Nets News / Total Pro Sports / March 16

Brooklyn Nets Face Unexpected Roster Dilemma as Potential NBA Expansion Could Force Major Decisions

The Brooklyn Nets are staring down a headache of epic proportions. Heading into the 2028-29 season, the team will have five first-round picks from the 2025 draft hitting the final year of their rookie deals.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Ben Saraf News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 15

Ben Saraf Displays Improvement Despite Nets' Loss to 76ers

Saturday's 104-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers featured minimal offense from the Brooklyn Nets. As expected, they failed to produce on that end of the floor, posting 36-35-86 shooting splits while committing 17 turnovers.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 15

Brooklyn Nets' Bench Shines in Near-Comeback Over the 76ers

A trio of two-way contract players, a 10-day contract player, a trade deadline addition and a rookie made up the Brooklyn Nets' bench rotation Saturday afternoon against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 15

Nets' Michael Porter Jr. Predicted to Land with Longtime Division Rival

To the shock of many, the Brooklyn Nets decided to keep Michael Porter Jr. past the trade deadline. There have been some whispers that Porter could stay in Brooklyn well past this season, when the Nets will be ready to contend for a playoff spot again.

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Why The Nets Didn’t Re-Sign 7-Foot Rookie Despite Impressing Coaching Staff, And Who Is Filling Open Spot

The Brooklyn Nets are likely in the ‘City of Brotherly Love’, preparing for their Saturday afternoon affair with the Philadelphia 76ers. The Nets, who have been officially eliminated from the NBA playoffs, will look to tie their season series with the depleted 76ers.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / March 13

Nets To Add Malachi Smith On 10-Day Deal

Malachi Smith has agreed to a 10-day contract with the Nets, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). The 26-year-old guard has

Josh Minott News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Nets trade acquisition turns in breakout performance while auditioning for new contract

Josh Minott is attempting to carve out a consistent role during his fourth NBA season. The former Boston Celtics forward is making a strong case for an expanded opportunity following a trade to the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / March 13

Brooklyn Nets Coach Confirms Major Lineup Blow as Backup Center Suffer Season-Ending Hand Injury

The injury bug continues to bite the Brooklyn Nets, as head coach Jordi Fernandez confirmed that Day’Ron Sharpe is out for the rest of the season due to a serious left thumb injury that needs surgery.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

Nets’ Day’Ron Sharpe ruled out for season due to ligament tear in thumb

Brooklyn Nets center Day’Ron Sharpe will miss the remainder of the season due to a thumb injury, which will require surgery, the team announced Thursday.

Jordi Fernandez News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

Nets’ Jordi Fernandez updates Day’Ron Sharpe’s return timeline amid multi-game absence

Brooklyn Nets center Day’Ron Sharpe will miss his second straight game on Thursday due to a left thumb sprain. Head coach Jordi Fernandez said the fifth-year center has no timetable for his return.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 9

Nets push past Grizzlies for rare winning streak

Day'Ron Sharpe tied a season high by scoring 19 points and the Brooklyn Nets pulled away for a 126-115 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday in New York.

Grant Nelson News / Hoops Rumors / March 9

Nets Decide Not To Re-Sign Grant Nelson

The Nets decided not to give Grant Nelson a second 10-day contract after his first expired on Sunday night, league sources tell Brian Lewis of The New York Post.

Egor Demin News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Nets Announce Rookie Egor Demin Will Miss Remainder of Season

The Brooklyn Nets shut down rookie guard Egor Demin for the remainder of the season on Monday, announcing that increased plantar fasciitis in his left foot had ended one of the NBA's more productive first-year campaigns.

Nolan Traore News / The Lead / March 9

How Does Nolan Traore’s Recent Play Affect the Nets’ Draft?

The Brooklyn Nets have won one game since the All-Star Break and are currently the third-worst team in the NBA by record at 16-47. Fans have been rooting for losses as the Nets are racing the Indiana Pacers, Sacramento Kings, and Washington Wizards for the highest odds of the number-one overall pick.