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Cam Thomas sparking Nets as they welcome turnover-prone Warriors

Cam Thomas returned from missing nearly two months with a hamstring injury and the Brooklyn Nets kept winning. Coming off a successful return in a reserve role, Thomas hopes to help the Nets extend their winning streak to four games on Monday when they host the Golden State Warriors, who are at .500 for the ninth time this season.

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Nic Claxton Credits Coaches for Nets' Stunning Turnaround

A lot has been going right for the Brooklyn Nets lately, as they've won seven of their 10 games after a dreadful 3-16 start to the season. Brooklyn's turnaround is in large part due to its suddenly elite defense, as it ranks first in defensive rating (103.5) while allowing the fewest points per game (103.1) in the month of December.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / December 28

Ben Saraf, EJ Liddell combine for 45 points in Long Island win over College Park

Following their two-game split in the NBA G League Showcase, the Long Island Nets returned to their normal schedule Sunday afternoon traveling to Atlanta to face the College Park Skyhawks in suburban Atlanta.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 28

Nets Coach Jordi Fernandez Credits Cam Thomas for Staying Connected with Teammates

Cam Thomas came back with a bang in the Brooklyn Nets' 123-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night, scoring 30 points on 9-of-15 shooting in just 20 minutes off the bench.

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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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Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 28

Nic Claxton Gushes Over Cam Thomas's Efficiency in Nets Win Over Timberwolves

Cam Thomas looked sharp as ever after playing in his first game since being sidelined with a hamstring injury on Nov. 5, finishing with 30 points on 9-of-15 shooting in just 20 minutes off the bench in the Brooklyn Nets' 123-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.

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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.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / December 28

June 25, 2024: How it will drive Brooklyn Nets future

There have been some big days in the history of the Nets. On June 27, 2001, the New Jersey Nets sent Eddie Griffin, the seventh overall pick in that night’s Draft to the Houston Rockets for a package of Richard Jefferson, Jason Collins and Brandon Armstrong.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 28

Cam Thomas’s Return Goes as Well as It Could’ve as Nets Rout Timberwolves

To think the Brooklyn Nets have had this good a month of hoops after starting the season 0-7 is pretty incredible. They just picked up their biggest win of the season, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-107 on Saturday night.

NBA News / NetsDaily / December 27

Cam Thomas returns, Brooklyn Nets beat Minnesota Timberwolves 123-107

Fresh off a thrilling overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets, the finale of a five-game Christmas Day slate, the Minnesota Timberwolves traveled home to face the well-rested Brooklyn Nets on Saturday night.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 27

Cam Thomas' big return boosts Nets to win over Timberwolves

Cam Thomas scored 30 points off the bench in an impressive return from a hamstring injury and the surging Brooklyn Nets earned a 123-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 27

Three Takeaways From The Nets Gritty Win Over The Timberwolves

The Brooklyn Nets (10-19) hit the road on Saturday night for a matchup in the Twin Cities with the Minnesota Timberwolves (20-12). The Nets entered the night on a two-game winning streak, looking to win three consecutive games for the first time all season.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 27

The Nets Should Entertain Michael Porter Jr. Trade Offers, But Can't Force a Deal

The Brooklyn Nets' recent stretch of success will certainly affect how the organization will operate ahead of the 2026 NBA trade deadline. Sitting just over a month away, the Nets have several players who could be up for departure, but they have also gone 6-3 through December ahead of tonight's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA News / NetsDaily / December 27

LIVE DISCUSSION: Brooklyn Nets at Minnesota Timberwolves, 8:00 PM

The Brooklyn Nets are back after another mini break. Cam Thomas is set to return tonight — he’s been out since Nov. 5. The Nets were 0-7 when he went down; 9-12 since he’s been out.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 27

It's Been a Tale of Two Seasons for the Brooklyn Nets

The weight of expectations is especially apparent in professional sports. More than half the teams in the NBA come into a season with championship aspirations, but only one can reach that goal.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 27

What to Watch for in Brooklyn Nets vs. Timberwolves

The Brooklyn Nets will face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves for the second time this season, this time on the road. The Timberwolves won their first meeting, handing the Nets their seventh straight loss to begin the season.

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Michael Porter Jr. News / Last Word On Sports / December 27

Porter Jr.’s Stellar Play May Hinder The Brooklyn Nets’ Future

Traded to Brooklyn alongside a first-round pick in exchange for Cameron Johnson, Michael Porter Jr. is thriving on the Nets. Averaging 25 points, seven rebounds, and three assists over 24 games played, Porter Jr.’s start to this season looks promising.

Drake Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27

Nets’ Drake Powell returning from third ankle sprain of season after two-game absence

Brooklyn Nets rookie Drake Powell’s third ankle sprain of the season will only hold him out two games. After missing Brooklyn’s wins over the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers, Powell is available to return on Saturday vs.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 26

Nets’ Cam Thomas to make long-awaited injury return with trade deadline looming

Cam Thomas is making his long-awaited return to the Brooklyn Nets’ lineup. Jordi Fernandez announced that Thomas, who has been sidelined since Nov. 5 by a left hamstring strain, will play on Saturday vs.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / December 26

Nets’ Cam Thomas To Make His Return Saturday

Cam Thomas is expected to make his return to play in the Nets‘ game against the Timberwolves on Saturday, head coach Jordi Fernandez said, as relayed by Brian Lewis of the New York Post (Twitter link).

Egor Demin News / NBA Draft on SI / December 24

Rookie Egor Demin Helps Lead Nets to Win vs. 76ers

The Brooklyn Nets have been one of the NBA's weirdest surprises through December. After a 114-106 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, they now post an impressive 6-3 record this month, ranking first in defensive rating (102.8).

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.

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.