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What Michael Porter Jr. wants to prove to Nets, NBA amid contract talks

Michael Porter Jr. is entering a contract season with the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets. Despite a career-best 2025-26 campaign that put him in All-Star conversations, the Nets haven’t signed him to an extension as they open training camp.

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Nolan Traore showed up to Nets camp bigger. Literally.

Nolan Traore showed up for Nets training camp looking different. That’s because he is. The young Brooklyn guard has grown roughly an inch and added about 10 pounds since last season, an encouraging development for one of the youngest players on the roster, according to Brian Lewis of the New York Post.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 30

Nets' Julius Randle Shares Heartfelt Experiences Learning from Kobe Bryant

Julius Randle is coming into his first season with the Brooklyn Nets with high expectations, hoping to shock the world. Randle isn't new to rebuilding situations, having gotten quite acquainted with that process early on in his career with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 30

Practice brings reality of competition for spots, minutes

The bright lights of Media Day have been dimmed. Now, as Noah Clowney said Monday, it’s all about five words: “Let the best man win.” With so much unsettled, not surprising on a team that’s still the league’s youngest, the Brooklyn Nets had their first practice Tuesday at HSS Training Center.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

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Sean Marks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Sean Marks reveals what will determine when Nets gets aggressive with assets

For the third straight season, the Brooklyn Nets are projected to be one of the NBA’s worst teams. Yet the rebuilding squad is sitting on a treasure trove of assets that could be its ticket out of the league’s basement.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / September 29

Preseason opener in doubt for Nets' prized rookie

The Brooklyn Nets open the preseason slate on October 6 at the Spectrum Center as they take on the Charlotte Hornets. They'll likely being doing so without

Julius Randle News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 29

Julius Randle Hoping to Help Brooklyn Nets Shock NBA World

The Brooklyn Nets are ready to get going in a new season, and their newest star knows what it will take for the team to achieve its goals. After a long offseason that featured some significant changes in Brooklyn, the Nets are finally ready to get the 2026-27 season going.

Mikel Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 29

Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. dealing with ankle injury as team opens training camp

Brooklyn Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. is tending to an ankle sprain as the team opens training camp on Tuesday. General Manager Sean Marks told reporters

Michael Porter Jr. News / Nets Insider / September 29

Michael Porter Jr. doubles down on absurd prediction for upcoming season

Leave it up to Michael Porter Jr. to make headlines. Earlier in the off-season, the Nets shooting forward raised a lot of eyebrows with his comments that the team would win 50 games.

Sean Marks News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 28

Brooklyn Nets GM Sean Marks Keeps Door Open on Big Moves: 'We're Always Listening'

The Brooklyn Nets are equipped with a ton of flexibility, given their treasure trove of future first-round picks and young talent. The team seems intent on running their offense through Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr.

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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.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 28

Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. claims he doesn’t hoop ‘for money’ as contract negotiations drag into preseason

Michael Porter Jr. has a strong case for the Brooklyn Nets’ top player entering the 2026-27 campaign. Yet, his future with the team is more uncertain than ever.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 28

2027 Trade Deadline Could be Turning Point for Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets are hoping for a successful 2026-27 campaign, and the trade deadline could be a difference-maker next season. With next season just around the corner, the Nets have an interesting few weeks ahead.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / September 28

NBA Notes: Heat, Dennis Smith Jr, Nets, Jordi Fernandez, Warriors

Dennis Smith Jr. has another agreement with an NBA team, though his next stop appears likely to be back in the G League. The Heat will sign Smith to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 27

Are Brooklyn Nets Ready for Pressure Next Season?

Brooklyn is hoping to get into the postseason picture next season for the first time since 2023, but that sort of success would come with some added pressure.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 26

How D'Angelo Russell Could be a Good Resource for Nets' Egor Demin, Mikel Brown Jr.

D'Angelo Russell is widely considered one of the most beloved players to ever put on a Brooklyn Nets uniform. He helped transform the Nets from a bottom-dwelling, hopeless team to a playoff team in two years in his first stint in the borough, putting Brooklyn on the map.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 26

Brooklyn Nets Can't Fall Behind in Standings to Begin 2026-27 Season

The Brooklyn Nets are set for another season, and the first few games could set the tone for the entire campaign. After an offseason of changes around the league, training camp is finally just around the corner, and the Nets are ready to embark on a new chapter.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Nets Coach Jordi Fernandez Believes Last Season Set Up Flatbush Five for Success

The Brooklyn Nets made an NBA record five first-round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. The Flatbush Five saw plenty of action on the court last season, as the Nets finished with an underwhelming 20-62 record.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Brooklyn Nets Should Consider Adding More 2027 First-Round Picks

The Brooklyn Nets don’t have control of their first-round pick next season, but the draft should still be something to watch. The Nets are looking to come out of their rebuild and return to playing competitive basketball next season.

Brooklyn Nets News / The Lead / September 25

Brooklyn Nets Must Try Three Starting Lineups in 2026-27

While there are many adjustments to make throughout the year, Brooklyn also has to solve its shooting troubles after tying for last in 3-point percentage (34%) last season.

Keon Johnson News / Fadeaway World / September 25

3 Ideal Keon Johnson Landing Spots After Being Waived By The Hawks

Teams have been taking an active approach toward finalizing their training camp rosters over the past few days. For the most part, this has led to a flurry of activity around the NBA, with several players being signed and waived.

Keon Johnson News / Hoops Wire / September 24

Keon Johnson, 11 others waived in flurry of NBA roster moves

Keon Johnson’s latest stay on an NBA roster lasted about one day. He also had plenty of company on the waiver wire. The Hawks waived Johnson on Thursday after signing him Wednesday, according to the NBA’s official transaction log.

Julius Randle News / Yardbarker / September 23

Familiar face All-Star might be Lakers' top trade target

Now that he's a seasoned veteran and All-Star-caliber power forward, the Lakers might want to welcome him back with open arms.

Lakers may have already set up Jake LaRavia for a trade this season

NBA expansion may be too lucrative for owners to pass up

The '2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / September 19

About Damn Time Nets honor their history, roots in LI, NJ

Brooklyn, Brooklyn, Brooklyn! Hello, Brooklyn! That's all long-time Nets fans were force-fed when the franchise relocated to Brooklyn ahead of the 2012-13 season.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 17