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Mikel Brown Jr.'s Rookie of the Year Case May Hinge on Nets' Success

The Brooklyn Nets have plenty of intriguing storylines for next season, and their latest draft pick is a big reason. Going into next season, the Nets will be looking to come out of their rebuild phase and get back to playing competitive basketball.

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No ‘Practice in the Park?’ Nets new fan experience is ‘Nets Fest’

The Brooklyn Nets are rolling out more activations related to their 60th anniversary during the 2026-27 season. This morning, the team announced “Nets Fest,” a free fan festival taking place at the Major Owens Community Center in Crown Heights on October 4.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Nets Insider / September 15

Michael Porter Jr.'s latest controversial interview last straw for Nets

The Brooklyn Nets have a problem on their hands. He wears #17 for the Black and White, but the urgency to trade this player has nothing to do with his on-court performance. Michael Porter Jr.

Julius Randle News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

Julius Randle Bullish on Season Outlook, Brooklyn Nets' Young Players

Some believe the Brooklyn Nets could be in for an underwhelming season. If you were to ask their newest star acquisition, though, he doesn't quite buy that notion.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

The '2025-26 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

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

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

Brooklyn Nets Shouldn't be Afraid to Take Risks Next Season

The Brooklyn Nets don’t have much pressure going into next season, and they should take advantage if the situation is right. Next season, Brooklyn is anticipated to be one of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference yet again.

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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.

Julius Randle News / Yardbarker / September 14

The Nets might have the most erratic trade candidate next season

This intriguing potential trade candidate could land the Nets a substantial return...or not much at all.

The 'NBA's Most Improved Players' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / September 14

NBA 2K27 reveals special treat for Nets fans

NBA2K27 is chock-full of goodies for fans of all 30 NBA teams. From MyCAREER to MyTEAM to My NBA, there isn't a shortage of features and in-depth game modes. For Nets fans, a first look at rookie Mikel Brown Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 13

Over 100 show for local player tryouts for Long Island as Coach Swords talks two-ways, Canada

The Long Island Nets, like the big club, are quickly approaching their 2026-27 season … and the two clubs’ fate are linked. Development is still critical for Brooklyn.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 13

NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 22

Albert Ghim writes for No Ceilings, one of the more sophisticated NBA sites, and last week, he got a rare chance to check up on veteran players working out on the West Coast, particularly those charges of personal trainer Zach Gonzalez.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 13

Brooklyn Nets Must Find Success Against Western Conference in 2026-27

The Brooklyn Nets will have their work cut out as they look to make the postseason, but they could make it easier with some interconference success. Next season, the Nets will be looking to return to competitive basketball.

Julius Randle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 13

Julius Randle guarantees to shut up all the haters and doubters after Nets trade

The Brooklyn Nets had a somewhat interesting offseason this summer, acquiring Julius Randle in a salary dump trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, and also parting ways with center Nic Claxton.

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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 / Nets Insider / September 13

These two Nets vets have no future in Bklyn

By enlarged, Sean Marks has built a roster full of promising, young talent with a keen eye on building for a sustainable future. Between a backcourt of

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

Julius Randle News / Hoops Rumors / September 12

Julius Randle Promises Nets Will Exceed Expectations

Julius Randle isn’t ready to accept being part of a losing organization after being traded from Minnesota to Brooklyn this summer, writes Andrew Crane of The New York Post.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 12

Brooklyn Nets Can't Afford Slow Start to 2026-27 Season

The Brooklyn Nets are set for another season, and how they start could go a long way in determining how the season unfolds. After an offseason full of change, the Nets are looking to get back to playing competitive basketball.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 11

Could Brooklyn Nets Actually Have Worse Season After Offseason Moves?

The Brooklyn Nets made plenty of intriguing moves this offseason, but there’s always a chance it won’t end with their desired results. Over the past few months, the Nets have been preparing for the upcoming season by making several moves.

Nolan Traore News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 11

How Will Nolan Traore Fit into the Brooklyn Nets' Rotation This Upcoming Season?

The Brooklyn Nets are coming into the season with lofty rebuilding expectations, which could make for an underwhelming record. Jordi Fernandez has proven able to connect with his players, and Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 11

What to expect, hope for Brooklyn Nets’ young players entering 2026-27

I did not write anything about the Brooklyn Nets’ play at Las Vegas Summer League. Nor the California Classic, for that matter. Let’s amend that and a look at an assortment of Brooklyn’s young players, examining what we saw during the summer and what we’d like to see in 2026-27.

Mikel Brown News / NetsDaily / September 10

Mikel Brown gets kudos from those who went before

Opening night — October 21 vs. the Charlotte Hornets — is still six weeks away and the internet is filled with hope, tempered by widespread predictions of calamity and doom, but one thing is certain and is likely to be throughout the season — Mikal Brown Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / September 10

Nets’ Julius Randle likes fit with Michael Porter Jr., but questions remain

Julius Randle believes playing alongside Michael Porter Jr. will be great. Offensively, it certainly makes sense. “You know, we’re two completely different players, as far as style of play,” Randle told Gabriel Martins, via Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Former NBA All-Star Praises Nets Coach Jordi Fernandez: 'He's a Connector'

The Brooklyn Nets are heading into next season with tempered expectations, though the chemistry of Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle could help the team shock the world.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Total Pro Sports / September 10

Michael Porter Jr. Asks If Trans Women Should ID Themselves After Incriminating Photos Surfaced — 'The Surgeries Are So Good You Can’t Tell'

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. has sparked a debate over transgender disclosure after discussing a 2023 meeting in Taiwan on his Curious Mike podcast.