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Jordi Fernandez Issues New Challenge For Egor Demin After Nets Win Over 76ers

Egor Demin put together a solid all-around performance in the Brooklyn Nets' 114-106 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, registering 20 points on 6-of-11 shooting and five assists.

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Jordi Fernandez reveals how Nets held Tyrese Maxey to worst shooting night of season

Tyrese Maxey has been among the NBA’s top scorers this season. However, the Philadelphia 76ers star was no match for the Brooklyn Nets’ surging defense on Tuesday.

Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 24

Nic Claxton's Play Initiation is Leading to Team Success in December

The winter holiday season is often a big time of the year for the NBA in terms of viewership, and the Brooklyn Nets are making the most of their December in the spotlight.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 24

Jordi Fernandez makes ‘great NBA player’ guarantee after Nets rookie’s 40-point G League explosion

Brooklyn Nets rookie Ben Saraf is attempting to find his groove in the G League. After struggling during two NBA stints early this season, Saraf is seeing extended minutes at point guard with the Long Island Nets.

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In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?

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Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 24

Nets Teammates Rave About Michael Porter Jr.: 'That's What All-Stars Do'

Michael Porter Jr. turned in a great performance in the Brooklyn Nets' 114-106 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, putting up 28 points on 9-of-20 shooting.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 23

Michael Porter Jr and Egor Demin Lead Brooklyn to Holiday Stunner in Philadelphia

In a festive clash just two days before Christmas, the Philadelphia 76ers faithful were left hoping for a holiday miracle that never quite arrived. While the return of a briefly injured Joel Embiid provided a collective sigh of relief for the home crowd, the night ultimately belonged to the visiting Brooklyn Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Field Level Media / December 23

Michael Porter's strong 1st half helps Nets down Sixers

Michael Porter Jr. scored 25 of his 28 points in the first half as the visiting Brooklyn Nets topped the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106 on Tuesday. Egor Demin added 20 points for Brooklyn, which improved to 6-3 in its last nine games.

NBA News / NetsDaily / December 23

Nets outwork 76ers for a second straight win, beat Philly 114-106

If not win totals, talent, or even pull in their own city, the Brooklyn Nets have prided themselves on being a team that shows up every day. That’s true even on the days most of us don’t want to, such as this one.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 23

Three Takeaways From the Nets' Thrilling Win Over the 76ers

The Brooklyn Nets (8-19) hit the road for one final game before Christmas, a road tilt with the division rival Philadelphia 76ers (16-11). The Nets entered the City of Brotherly Love riding the high of a dominant defense showing in their win over the Raptors on Sunday, and were looking to head into the holidays with one final gift to the fanbase.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / December 23

LIVE DISCUSSION: Brooklyn Nets at Philadelphia 76ers, 7:00 PM ET

Sunday night was a reminder that for the Nets: Anything is possible when they’re locked in collectively on the defensive side of the ball. No matter who’s on the floor.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / December 23

Shams: NBA wants to make tanking harder … unlikely to affect Nets

The “T” word is a no-no in most NBA front offices. It conjures up teams willfully losing games to get better draft position or avoid having to give up a protected pick.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 23

Potential NBA Draft Lottery Changes Will Affect Nets' Rebuild

Change could be imminent for the NBA and its rules regarding the draft lottery. In recent years, we have witnessed the effects of a relatively new system on the league's bottom feeders.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 23

What to Watch for in Brooklyn Nets vs. 76ers

The Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers will meet for the third time this season. The Nets have dropped both games against the Sixers so far this season.

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Michael Porter Jr. News / EssentiallySports / December 23

Why Is Michael Porter Jr. Wearing Brace Like Stroke Victims? Nets Star’s Medical Aid Explained

Michael Porter Jr. was once the third option on a title-winning Denver Nuggets team. Now in Brooklyn, he has become a source of hope. Some Nets fans want him traded in February, but moving him would only hurt their push for wins.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 23

Insane stat underscores Nets’ shocking defensive turnaround fueling recent success

The Brooklyn Nets’ defense looked like their biggest tank weapon to begin the season. Jordi Fernandez’s squad posted an NBA-worst 128.5 defensive rating during a 0-7 start.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 23

Nets Coach Jordi Fernandez on Nolan Traore: 'Sky's the Limit for this Kid'

Nolan Traore played more than 10 minutes in an NBA game for the first time since October in the Brooklyn Nets' 96-81 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, finishing with eight points, three rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in 22 minutes.

Drake Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22

Nets expect Drake Powell back ‘soon’ despite third ankle sprain

The Brooklyn Nets don’t expect Drake Powell to be sidelined for an extended period with his latest ankle injury. Powell missed Sunday’s win over the Toronto Raptors and will not play on Tuesday vs.

Nolan Traore News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 22

Nolan Traore Displays Potential in Nets' Win Over Raptors

The Brooklyn Nets picked up their eighth win of the season on Sunday night, defeating the Toronto Raptors, 96-81. In a low-scoring battle, the Nets managed to win off a late offensive outburst, outscoring the Raptors 29-16 in the fourth quarter.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 22

Nets Defense Stands Tall in Sunday Night's Win Over Raptors

The Brooklyn Nets came through with a 96-81 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, a final score that might more closely resemble a game that happened two decades ago.

Ben Saraf News / NetsDaily / December 22

Ben Saraf explodes for 40 in G League Showcase, earning recall to Brooklyn

This one may very well become known as the “Ben Saraf Coming Out” game. Saraf exploded for a career-high game in a number of aspects Monday afternoon leading his Long Island Nets to a big win in the G League Showcase with a 40-point, six 3-pointer extravaganza in Brooklyn’s 116-97 win over the Oklahoma City Blue.

Noah Clowney News / Larry Brown Sports / December 22

Noah Clowney had the most disrespectful block of the season

Toronto Raptors guard Ja’Kobe Walter thought he was going to catch a body when he tried to attack the Brooklyn Nets in transition during the third quarter of Sunday’s matchup at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 21

Nets start, finish strong to down Raptors

Michael Porter Jr. had 24 points and 11 rebounds as the Brooklyn Nets withstood a rally by the visiting Toronto Raptors to earn a 96-81 victory on Sunday.

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / December 18

Trade Season Begins: Breaking Down The Nets’ Options

BROOKLYN — Brooklyn sits firmly in rebuild mode. The Nets are 7–18 and 13th in the East. Results reflect intent. As trade season opens, the Nets know exactly who they are.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / December 17

Notable update emerges on Michael Porter Jr.'s future

Michael Porter Jr. might be on the move for the second time in a year.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Athlon Sports / December 17

Nets Listening to Trade Offers on 2 Key Players Ahead of Trade Deadline: Report

The Brooklyn Nets have been stuck in a rebuild for the last handful of seasons and they have once again had a poor start to the 2025-26 NBA season. Brooklyn currently sits 13th in the Eastern Conference standings with a 7-18 record as they are likely heading towards another season in which they miss the playoffs.