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Nets Signing Malachi Smith To Two-Year Contract

Malachi Smith‘s second 10-day contract with the Nets expired overnight on Friday, but he’ll be sticking with the team for the rest of the season — and potentially beyond that.

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Day’Ron Sharpe reflects on his successful fifth season

Day’Ron Sharpe spoke to the media for the first time since tearing an ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb. He has not played since March 9th and will miss the rest of the Brooklyn Nets’ season — their last 18 games in total.

Trevon Scott News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 3

Trevon Scott's Debut a Takeaway as Nets Drop One to Hawks

The Brooklyn Nets (18-59) hit the court on Friday night for their first game in April against the Atlanta Hawks (44-33). The Nets were coming off a blowout loss to the Hornets and looking to solidify their spot in the NBA Draft Lottery with another loss to a hot Hawks squad.

NBA News / NetsDaily / April 3

Brooklyn Nets fade into the abyss vs Atlanta Hawks, lose 141-107

The Atlanta Hawks have had three seasons in one. They started with Trae Young, Kristaps Porziņģis, and as a team so unanimously picked as a “dark horse” in the East, the label eventually stopped fitting.

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The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NBA in made two-pointers for each season of the NBA's three-point era (since 1979-80) can you name in six minutes?

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Danny Wolf News / Hoops Rumors / April 3

Nets Rule Out Porter, Wolf For Rest Of Season

The Nets have formally ruled out forwards Michael Porter Jr. and Danny Wolf for the rest of the 2025/26 season, head coach Jordi Fernandez told reporters, including C.J.

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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.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 3

New Update Given on Potential Brooklyn Nets Offseason Targets

The Brooklyn Nets are in the midst of a rebuild that could continue for the next few years, but there's also a solid possibility that the 2026-27 NBA offseason brings plenty of changes to their organization, including ones that could immediately make them competitive.

Brooklyn Nets News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Final Injury Report for Hawks-Nets: Will Michael Porter Jr., Nic Claxton Play?

The Brooklyn Nets are at home on Friday night as they host the Atlanta Hawks in an Eastern Conference matchup. Brooklyn enters Friday’s game with an 18-58 record after losing at home to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.

Ziaire Williams News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 3

Nets' Ziaire Williams Discusses More Reps With Ball in His Hands

Many, if not most, wings in the NBA are known for either shooting the 3-point or defending the perimeter at a high level. However, there are a select few who can operate with the ball in their hands and either put pressure on the rim or make plays for their teammates.

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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.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 3

Previewing the Brooklyn Nets Final Stretch of the 2025-26 Season

A disheartening season for the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets has led to a final six-game stretch in April. The Nets stand at 18-58 after a 3-14 stint in March.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 3

Brooklyn Nets' Frontcourt Listed Probable to Play vs. Hawks

The Nets are set for a bout against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, likekly continuing to position themselves for the 2026 NBA Draft. The Nets have gotten lucky with Pacers and Kings wins in recent days, helping Brooklyn jump to the second-best odds at the draft.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / April 2

Nets Sign Tre Scott To 10-Day Contract

The Nets have signed forward Tre Scott to a 10-day deal, according to NBA.com’s official log of transactions. Confirming the deal with agent Darrell Comer, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link) notes that it’s a hardship contract, allowing Brooklyn to complete the signing without cutting anyone from its 15-man roster.