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Nets’ Egor Demin delivers several clutch moments during near-comeback vs. Cavs

The Brooklyn Nets fell short of a miraculous comeback during Friday’s 131-124 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers at Barclays Center. After falling behind by 25 points, Jordi Fernandez’s squad clawed within one in the final minutes before failing to get over the hump.

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Brooklyn Nets fall in home opener to Cleveland Cavaliers

Kenny Atkinson praised the Brooklyn Nets for how much trouble they gave his team last year before tipoff this evening. With Cleveland eyeing a Larry O’Brien and the Nets eyeing ping pong balls, they gave Cleveland more than any game preview expected, especially in November, when Brooklyn nearly ended their perfect start to the season.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 24

Three Takeaways from the Nets Home Opening Loss to the Cavaliers

Following a disappointing road loss to the Charlotte Hornets, the Brooklyn Nets returned home to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night, hoping for better results than their season opener.

NBA News / NetsDaily / October 24

LIVE NBA DISCUSSION: Cleveland Cavaliers at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 PM ET

Hey pro-tankers: rejoice. The first game of the 2025-26 season would’ve been one of the ugliest – if not the ugliest – out of all the games last season.

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The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?

The 'Kobe Bryant Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active NBA scoring leaders' quiz

Noah Clowney News / Hoops Wire / October 24

East Notes: Nets, Noah Clowney, Pacers, injuries, Heat

Noah Clowney has a little more job security and seemingly a lot more confidence. The Nets exercised the fourth-year option on his rookie deal this week, locking in his $5.41 million salary for the 2026-27 season.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 24

Nic Claxton is Ready to Return to Form for the Brooklyn Nets

After falling to the Charlotte Hornets in the season opener, it's clear this Brooklyn Nets team has a lot of growing pains to work through. In a game wear a pair of rookie guards stole the show, it was Nic Claxton who impressed the most.

Egor Demin News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 24

Egor Demin Silences Summer Doubt With Impressive Season Debut for Nets

Throughout the draft process, and even after the Brooklyn Nets made him the eighth overall pick back in June, there was plenty of doubt surrounding Egor Demin's stroke from beyond the arc.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 24

Should the Brooklyn Nets Be Concerned With Early Rookie Injuries?

The main focus of the Brooklyn Nets' season is to develop their young players and land a top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. That has been the expectation since they drafted a league-record five first-round picks.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 24

Brooklyn Nets' Matchup With Cavaliers Could Set Tone for Season

The Brooklyn Nets are set for a big test in Cleveland, and it could be a matchup that defines their season. Although it might seem insane to think that the second game of the year could define the season for a team, this matchup could be the perfect way to gauge exactly where the Nets are this season.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24

BSE Global, Nets unveil finished portion of $100 million Barclays Center renovation

BSE Global, the parent company of the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty, unveiled finished portions of a five-year, $100 million renovation project to Barclays Center.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 23

Should Nets Be Concerned About Cam Thomas' Season-Opening Struggles?

The Brooklyn Nets tipped off their season, and it featured a concerning performance for one of their top players. Entering this season, the Nets didn’t exactly have high hopes for the 82-game slate.

Drake Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Nets’ Drake Powell ruled out for home opener with ankle injury

Brooklyn Nets rookie Drake Powell made his NBA debut in his home state on Wednesday. The former North Carolina wing played seven minutes during a 136-117 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, posting two points and two rebounds while converting his only shot attempt.

Day'Ron Sharpe News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 23

Breaking Down Day'Ron Sharpe's Strange Season Opener for the Nets

The Brooklyn Nets kicked off their 2025-26 season last night with a 136-117 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. No one scored over 20 points for the Nets, but six players saw double-digits.

Danny Wolf News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Nets’ Danny Wolf misses season-opener after injuring ankle at shootaround

Wednesday marked the long-awaited NBA debut of the Brooklyn Nets’ historic rookie class. However, one of the team’s record five first-round picks was a surprise scratch.