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Jordi Fernandez opens up on Nets’ decision to waive Cam Thomas

The Brooklyn Nets abruptly ended their tenuous partnership with Cam Thomas on Thursday, waiving the young guard. Jordi Fernandez was asked on Saturday what led the organization to move on from its leading scorer from the previous two seasons.

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Nets score 80 in first half, outclass short-handed Wizards

Michael Porter Jr. scored 20 of his 23 points before halftime as the Brooklyn Nets produced their biggest first half in a little over three years and beat the Washington Wizards 127-113 Saturday afternoon in New York.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 7

Takeaways From the Nets' Impressive Win Over the Wizards

The Brooklyn Nets (14-37) returned home to the Barclays Center for a Saturday matinee matchup with the Washington Wizards (14-37). While this game meant nothing for the playoff race, it meant everything in the race for a better draft pick.

Tyrese Martin News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 7

Three Teams That Could Sign Tyrese Martin After the Nets Waived Him

The Brooklyn Nets waived four players on the day of the NBA's trade deadline to make room for new roster additions. The final cut was 26-year-old Tyrese Martin.

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How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Lonzo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 7

The Cavs trade that almost sent Lonzo Ball to Nets

The Brooklyn Nets’ decision to waive Cam Thomas rather than trade him surprised many NBA fans. However, the rebuilding squad had conversations with other teams about potential trades before cutting their leading scorer from the last two seasons.

NBA News / NetsDaily / February 7

LIVE DISCUSSION: Brooklyn Nets vs. Washington Wizards, 3:00 PM ET

Now we move. The NBA trading deadline came and went, and the Nets roster is looking a bit different. Two new players – Ochai Agbaji and Josh Minott – might make their debut and everyone else is healthy.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 7

What to Watch for in Brooklyn Nets vs. Wizards

The Brooklyn Nets will face off against the Washington Wizards for the third time this season, this time at home. The Nets fell to the Wizards 119-99 in their last matchup on Jan.

E.J. Liddell News / NetsDaily / February 7

EJ Liddell dominates, but Long Island loses and roster math becomes focus

The Long Island Nets returned to the court on Friday night for their second of a back-to-back against the Windy City Bulls. With the NBA Trade Deadline having come and gone and Brooklyn having made most of their moves already, there have been no changes at the Long Island level … at least not yet.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 7

What Are the Brooklyn Nets Getting from Their Trade Deadline Acquisitions?

The Brooklyn Nets were, thankfully, not silent at the NBA trade deadline. Unlike last season, they got involved, moving pieces around and replacing assets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 6

Looking back at Cam Thomas' Career as a Brooklyn Net

Five years, 239 games played, two playoff appearances and 3,630 points scored. Cam Thomas' name may not be inked in any record books, but he undoubtedly has a legacy as a Brooklyn Net.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Nets waive key early-season contributor following deadline trades

The Brooklyn Nets waived guard Tyrese Martin on Thursday as part of a trade with the Denver Nuggets, the team announced. Brooklyn acquired Hunter Tyson and a Nuggets 2032 second-round pick for a 2026 second-round draft pick, which will be the least favorable selection between the Atlanta Hawks and Los Angeles Clippers.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 6

Nets Coach Jordi Fernandez Gets Ultimate Praise from LeBron James

Brooklyn Nets coach Jordi Fernandez has had quite a journey in his two decades of coaching. Fernandez's first stop in the NBA was with the Cleveland Cavaliers, coming in as a player development coach in 2009.

Brooklyn Nets News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5

Cam Thomas takes a parting shot at the Nets after his exit

Cam Thomas is really happy to be out of Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Nets made the decision to waive their veteran guard Thomas on Thursday. Thomas will now be free (after clearing waivers) to sign with any team as an unrestricted free agent.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Field Level Media / February 5

Reports: Nets waive G Cam Thomas after trade deadline

The Brooklyn Nets ended their sometimes sour relationship with guard Cam Thomas on Thursday by releasing him to allow him to be a free agent, according to multiple reports.

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Nets Waive Cam Thomas, Forgotten Wing After Trade Deadline

BROOKLYN — The Brooklyn Nets waived one of their top scorers, Cam Thomas, and injured forward Haywood Highsmith, who has yet to make his debut for the franchise.

Haywood Highsmith News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Haywood Highsmith Nearing Return, Drawing Interest

Veteran wing Haywood Highsmith is drawing interest from playoff teams after being waived by the Nets to accommodate their three-team deal that sent Chris Paul to Toronto and Ochai Agbaji to Brooklyn, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

Chris Paul News / Yardbarker / February 4

Chris Paul trade continues unceremonious final season for 12-time All-Star

Point guard Chris Paul isn't having the farewell season he envisioned, nor one he deserved.

Chris Paul has been traded by the Clippers in three-team deal

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 4

Chris Paul has been traded by the Clippers in three-team deal

Chris Paul’s situation with the Los Angeles Clippers has finally been resolved.

Insider hints at deeper reason behind Kawhi Leonard’s All-Star snub

Cavaliers' high-risk trade for James Harden might not help them in the playoffs

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Michael Porter Jr. News / The Lead / February 4

The Nets Cannot Afford to Trade Michael Porter Jr.

When the Brooklyn Nets acquired Michael Porter Jr. from the Denver Nuggets, the move was widely viewed as a buy-low gamble due to his ongoing back issues, which had noticeably impacted his production.