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Nets snap four game losing streak, defeat Hornets 116-103

Michael Porter Jr. erupted for 35 points, drilling seven 3-pointers, as the Brooklyn Nets took down the Charlotte Hornets 116–103 on Monday night. Noah Clowney added 18, and Nic Claxton anchored the interior with 13 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists as Brooklyn halted a four-game losing streak.

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Yes, the calendar has only just flipped to December. But in Nets World, it’s never too early to talk about the NBA draft! After Brooklyn made history last June by becoming the first team ever to select five rookies in the first round, fans have already turned their attention back to Tankathon and the top prospects in the 2026 class.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / December 2

Takeaways from a pretty fun stretch of Brooklyn Nets basketball

The Brooklyn Nets are 4-16, good for only the fourth-worst record in the grotesquely crowded bottom of the league. But over this past weekend’s back-to-back against the Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks, Egor Dëmin, Danny Wolf, and Ben Saraf each had his best NBA game yet.

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Nets’ Cam Thomas undergoing MRI on hamstring amid month-long absence

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas has been sidelined by a hamstring injury for the last month. The 24-year-old will undergo an MRI later this week, after which the Nets will provide an update on his return timetable, according to head coach Jordi Fernandez.

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Two Posterizing Dunks Energize Nets' Home Crowd During First Home Win

The Brooklyn Nets finally got their first home win 20 games into the season, defeating the Charlotte Hornets 116-103. Michael Porter Jr. led all scorers with 35 points on 13-of-24 shooting, proving he can help lead teams to victory as the top option when his shot is falling.

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Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. has hilarious reaction to Danny Wolf’s poster dunk over Miles Bridges

Brooklyn Nets rookie Danny Wolf is making the most of his first extended NBA opportunity. After scoring a team-high 22 points off the bench during Saturday’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, the big man provided another electrifying moment on Monday.

Brooklyn Nets News / Field Level Media / December 1

Nets put away Hornets for elusive first home victory

Michael Porter Jr. scored a season-high 35 points as the Brooklyn Nets ended their nine-game home losing streak to start the season with a 116-103 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night in New York.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 1

Three Takeaways From The Nets First Home Win Over The Hornets

The Brooklyn Nets (4-16) returned home for a matchup with a fellow Eastern Conference bottomfeeder, the Charlotte Hornets (6-15). The Nets entered the night still looking for their first win at the Barclays Center this season.

Danny Wolf News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 1

Nets' Coach Opens Up About Rookie's Recent Breakout Performance

The Brooklyn Nets have dropped four games in a row, slipping further and further out of the playoff picture after a promising road victory against the Boston Celtics.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 1

Nets' Rebounding Struggles Have Plagued Losses

A 3-16 record and the 14th seed in the Eastern Conference is just about where you'd expect the Brooklyn Nets to be at this point in the season. They're clearly rebuilding, taking each game as it goes, trying to position themselves for a top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

NBA News / NetsDaily / December 1

LIVE DISCUSSION: Charlotte Hornets at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 PM ET

Four straight losses? Eyes still remain on Egor Demin. The 19-year-old went for a career-high 23 points to go along with nine rebounds and five assists against Philadelphia on Friday.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 1

Previewing and Predicting the Brooklyn Nets December Schedule

There is only one month left in 2025, and the Brooklyn Nets will play 11 games this December, starting tonight against the Charlotte Hornets. The season is almost a quarter of the way through, and the Nets sit with a 3-16 record.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 1

Brooklyn Nets Get Top Scorer Back for Matchup with Hornets

The Nets will take on the Hornets tonight, searching for just their fourth win on the season. Brooklyn saw some success weeks ago in the form of two wins, but went 0-fer against four Eastern Conference last week.

NBA News / NetsDaily / December 1

Deadlines and Commitments – Trade season approaches

The Nets are nearing the quarter pole in the season. Twenty games in, teams understand what they need to do to reach their goals, whether it’s contending for a title, finding final pieces or accelerating a rebuild.

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Nets’ Terance Mann ruled out for Hornets matchup amid four-game losing streak

The Brooklyn Nets will be without one of their starters as they attempt to snap a four-game losing streak on Monday vs. the Charlotte Hornets. Terance Mann will miss the home matchup due to right rib soreness.

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The Brooklyn Nets are set to take on the Charlotte Hornets tonight, hoping to get back on track after a four-game skid. The Nets saw two win in three tries a week ago, keeping several other games competitive.

Brooklyn Nets News / Field Level Media / November 30

Hornets visit Brooklyn as Nets seek first home win

The Charlotte Hornets and Brooklyn Nets are experiencing their share of difficulties this season. The Hornets are coming off two straight home wins and are attempting to win a third in a row Monday night when they face the Nets, who are 0-9 at home, in New York.

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Nets Rookie Danny Wolf Posts Career-High in Loss to Bucks

If you had seen any of Danny Wolf's performances this season with the Long Island Nets in the G League, you may not have been surprised by his stat line on Saturday night in Milwaukee.

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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo surpasses career milestone vs. Nets

Giannis Antetokounmpo already has a legacy that makes him one of the greatest players in NBA history. On Saturday, he further cemented his legendary status by reaching a major career milestone at a historic pace.

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