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Can Michael Porter Jr. Maintain Scoring Increase from Last Season?

The Brooklyn Nets will look a bit different next season, but they’re hoping for consistency from their leading scorer. Last season, the Nets were one of the worst teams in the league, but they still managed to find some positives throughout the year.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 29

Nets Offseason Signings Earn Grades, Potential Impact

Keon Ellis and Day'Ron Sharpe earned strong reviews from ESPN's Zach Kram after signing their respective offseason deals with the Brooklyn Nets. Both signings earned an A- grade, praising Brooklyn for adding value without sacrificing long-term flexibility as the organization continues its rebuild.

LeBron James News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 28

Why the Brooklyn Nets Had a Chance to Sign LeBron James in Theory

LeBron James was considering signing with several teams in free agency before ultimately deciding on the Philadelphia 76ers. Given his choice to head to

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 28

What if the Brooklyn Nets Can't Extend Michael Porter Jr.?

There was a legitimate case for Michael Porter Jr. to be an NBA All-Star leading up to the break, even as the Brooklyn Nets embarked on what would be a 20-62 rebuilding season.

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20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s

An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.

Cam Thomas News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 28

Free Agency Again Showing Brooklyn Nets Made Right Decision with Cam Thomas

The NBA offseason always has numerous twists and turns, but one player’s status is showing that Brooklyn made the right call. Last season, the Nets came into the year expected to be one of the worst teams in basketball and contend for one of the top spots in the NBA Draft.

Brooklyn Nets News / EasySportz / July 28

Egor Dëmin Emerges as Nets’ Biggest Offseason Winner

Two years of losing. That’s finally over. The Brooklyn Nets are done tanking, folks. They want to take a step forward this season without mortgaging their future assets for a rushed leap, which signals a massive change for the franchise.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 28

Who Is The Most Indispensable Brooklyn Net Next Season?

Which player on the Brooklyn Nets roster would be the hardest to replace if they miss time? That's a question that would receive a different answer depending on who you ask.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 27

Potential Storylines From Brooklyn Nets Preseason Schedule

The Brooklyn Nets unveiled a four-game preseason schedule that offers an early glimpse into one of the NBA's youngest and most intriguing rebuilding teams.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 27

Hornets, Nets Announce Preseason Schedules

The Hornets announced their preseason schedules on Monday, according to Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer. Here’s the four-game preseason slate for Charlotte (all times are listed in ET): Oct.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 27

The 2020-21 Brooklyn Nets Were Deadlier Than People Remember

The Brooklyn Nets once had a team featuring Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden, forming arguably the best Big 3 of all time. Because their success didn't translate into a championship and imploded quicker than Grampa Simpson entered and exited the door, it's easy to make the team the butt of all jokes in today's world.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / July 27

Brooklyn Nets Unveil 2026-27 Preseason Schedule

Another summer is flying by, and with that, so is another NBA offseason. Just over a week removed from the Summer League’s conclusion, we still have a roughly two months before we’ll see the Nets in action again.

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Egor Demin News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 27

Egor Demin Facing Pivotal Second Season for Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets have some intriguing young prospects, and one of their most promising rookies from last season has a critical second year ahead. Last season, the Nets were firmly in the midst of a rebuild.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 27

Three Reasons Why the Brooklyn Nets Have to Compete in the New NBA

For more reasons than one, this summer has brought some of the biggest changes to the NBA that we've seen in quite some time. The state of the league is somewhat altered every offseason, but 2026 will end up being one that effectively alters how organizations operate from here on out.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Hoops Wire / July 27

Nets facing decision on Michael Porter Jr. after career year

Michael Porter Jr. sounds like a guy who would be perfectly happy staying in Brooklyn. Whether the Nets feel the same way long-term is the question. Porter is entering the final year of his contract at $40.8 million after averaging 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists last season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / July 26

What Will Nets Decide To Do With Michael Porter Jr.?

Forward Michael Porter Jr. recently said he “cherished” his first season in Brooklyn, adding that he thinks the Nets are “building something special,” per Brian Lewis of The New York Post (subscriber link).

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 26

Nets' Michael Porter Jr. Could be Pivot Option For Teams Following LeBron's Decision

LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers had a direct effect on the rest of the NBA. Commissioner Adam Silver admitted that he needed James to sign with his new team so the 2026-27 schedule could be set.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / July 26

NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 15

The LeBron James wait is over and the 41-year-old will be wearing No. 23 in Philadelphia trying to win his fifth NBA ring in his fourth NBA city which would put him in the same league as … Robert Horry who won seven in three cities.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 26

Brooklyn Nets Starting Five Disrespected in Latest Rankings

The Brooklyn Nets have the potential to be one of the league’s most interesting teams next season, but some expect them to remain among the NBA’s worst.

Jalen Brunson News / HITC / July 26

Jalen Brunson walked into a club with no problem while Brooklyn Nets player got checked behind him

The stark difference between being a New York Knicks star and a Brooklyn Nets star was apparent when Jalen Brunson and Michael Porter Jr. went to a Manhattan club together.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 25

Brooklyn Nets' 2027 Postseason Hopes Could Hinge on Overlooked Stat

The Brooklyn Nets are looking to make the postseason in 2027, but one overlooked stat could make that difficult. It’s no secret that the Nets have been one of the worst teams in the NBA over the past few years.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 24

2 hottest Mikel Brown Jr, Joshua Jefferson overreactions from 2026 Nets Summer League

Summer League is as much a test of patience for fans as it is for players. Every dazzling performance invites predictions of superstardom. Conversely, each quiet outing fuels lingering doubts.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / July 23

Grading The Brooklyn Nets’ Offseason: Will They Be A Surprise Team In The East?

The Brooklyn Nets spent last season fully in development mode. They gave an NBA-high 6,716 minutes to rookies, finished 20-62, and ended up 13th in the East.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Nets’ Julius Randle reveals why he’s excited to mentor top draft pick Mikel Brown Jr.

Mikel Brown Jr. spoke with numerous people after becoming the Brooklyn Nets’ highest draft selection since their move from New Jersey. Among the first was three-time All-Star Julius Randle, whom the Nets acquired from the Minnesota Timberwolves days prior.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 19