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Nets' Loss Shouldn't Take Away from Egor Demin's Biggest Career Moment

Normally, a Brooklyn Nets loss this season wouldn't mean so much, considering that dropping games is more incentivized than ever. At 11-23, they're in contention for a top draft pick in 2026, so last night's 104-103 overtime loss to the Orlando Magic shouldn't sting as much as it does.

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How the Trae Young Trade Affects the Brooklyn Nets

The NBA’s latest domino has officially fallen, with the Washington Wizards acquiring four-time All-Star Trae Young from Atlanta. The Hawks were mid-game when the news broke, and Young’s tenure with the team officially ended a few hours later.

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How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?

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Paolo Banchero News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 8

Paolo Banchero's Dagger Silenced Loud Barclays Center in Nets Loss to Magic

The Brooklyn Nets were outclassed by the Orlando Magic through the first three quarters, trailing by as many as 18 points late in the third. Michael Porter Jr.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7

Nets’ Egor Demin sends Magic game to OT with ultra-clutch triple

The Brooklyn Nets suffered a painful 104-103 loss at the hands of the Orlando Magic after Paolo Banchero hit a game-winning banked 3-point shot at the buzzer in overtime, but not before rookie guard Egor Demin showed that he also has clutch genes in him.

NBA News / NetsDaily / January 7

Brooklyn Nets lose thriller vs Orlando Magic 104-103 despite Demin heroics

Jordi Fernández began his postgame presser tonight dispelling the notion that this contest was a “rollercoaster” game. “I don’t think it was a rollercoaster for us,” he said.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 8

Paolo Banchero spoils Egor Demin's heroics with buzzer-beater

Magic's Paolo Banchero spoils Egor Demin's heroics with buzzer-beating three in OT

The Orlando Magic and Brooklyn Nets put on a show Wednesday night, so it was only fitting that the game went to overtime and came down to the final play.

Thunder beat Jazz in OT behind Shai-Gilgeous Alexander's big night

Short-handed Pistons win third straight behind Isaiah Stewart's career night

Immanuel Quickley's game-winner helps Raptors overcome poor shooting performance

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NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 7

Three Takeaways From The Nets' Heartbreaking Overtime Loss To The Magic

Fresh off a big win over the Nuggets on Sunday, the Brooklyn Nets (11-23) continued their home stand with a matchup against the Orlando Magic (21-17) on Wednesday night.

NBA News / NetsDaily / January 7

LIVE DISCUSSION: Orlando Magic at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 PM ET

The Nets are coming off a 12-point win against the Jokic-less Nuggets, Michael Porter Jr. is still hot, and suddenly your favorite team from Brooklyn is only a half-game out of a play-in spot.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 7

Nets' Michael Porter Jr. Believes Day'Ron Sharpe is Starting Caliber Center

The NBA traditionally favored big men until about a decade ago, as the game has become smaller and more perimeter-oriented. Many big men have had to adapt their games to fit with this current timeline.

Egor Demin News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 7

Egor Demin's Recent Stretch is Putting him in All-Rookie Position

The Brooklyn Nets have made a theme of not playing their rookies big minutes in recent years. No. 8 overall pick Egor Demin is breaking that mold this season and challenging other newcomers around the NBA for All-Rookie honors.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / January 7

Nets To Retain Tyrese Martin, Jalen Wilson Through Guarantee Deadline

The Nets won’t waive wing Tyrese Martin or forward Jalen Wilson prior to this week’s salary guarantee deadline, according to reports from Brian Lewis of The New York Post (Twitter links) and Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

E.J. Liddell News / NetsDaily / January 7

EJ Liddell goes down with injury in Long Island loss

The Long Island Nets returned to the court on Tuesday night for a rematch with the San Diego Clippers. The last time these two met was Sunday afternoon when Long Island walked away with a four-point win.

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Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 7

NBA Mock Trade: Nets Deal Michael Porter Jr. to East Contender

The Brooklyn Nets are in an extremely interesting situation at this point in the season, given the state of the roster and the team's performance as of late.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 7

What to Watch for in Brooklyn Nets vs. Magic

The Brooklyn Nets will face off against the Orlando Magic for the second time this season, this time at home. The Nets fell to the Magic 105-98 in their last matchup in November.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NetsDaily / January 6

Michael Porter Jr. understands best ability is availability

Michael Porter Jr. joked recently that he’s become an NBA ironman, but it’s not really a joke. In the last two and a third year, MPJ has missed a total of 12 games, six this season, five last season and one the year before that.

Danny Wolf News / NetsDaily / January 6

Danny Wolf slumps, Dëmin shoots in Brooklyn Nets Rookie Report — No. 7

I write the introduction last. We’re already at 2000 words. Let’s get to it. We’re starting with Wolf because Head Coach Jordi Fernández gave his most insightful answer of the season in response to a question about Wolf.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 6

How Nets' Michael Porter Jr. Stacks up in the All-Star Race

Michael Porter Jr. hasn't let his injury history stop him from shining in the NBA. He overcame lingering back/spine injuries during college and into his first couple of seasons in the league.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / January 3

Could under-the-radar Nets star Michael Porter Jr. be on the move?

Porter’s obvious strength is his ability to score in bunches as both a featured or complementary player.

Short-handed Nuggets continue rough road trip vs. Nets

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Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / January 3

Nets Notes: Cam Thomas, Michael Porter Jr, Day’Ron Sharpe, Nolan Traore

When Cam Thomas signed his qualifying offer in September, he ensured one thing. Flexibility. Thomas is now headed for unrestricted free agency this summer, and Kevin Durant believes the right team could unlock another level.