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What Does the Kobe Bufkin Trade Mean for Brooklyn Nets?

On Monday, the ever-active Brooklyn Nets made yet another deal, trading with the Atlanta Hawks to acquire young guard Kobe Bufkin. Monday’s deal is just of many offseason moves made on Brooklyn’s end as the team tries to reposition itself for the future.

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Nets Sign David Muoka: What He Brings and His Chances of Making the Team

With training camp just over a week away, the Brooklyn Nets are continuing to fill out their roster as they head into a rebuilding season with a team full of young players.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 15

Fanbo Zeng and Drew Timme Nearly Teamed Up at Gonzaga Before Joining the Nets

Drew Timme enjoyed one of the best four-year careers in recent collegiate basketball history. His dominant run at Gonzaga from 2019-23 resulted in many accolades for the 25-year-old, none potentially more impactful than the opportunity he earned with the Brooklyn Nets.

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 15

Draft insider reveals why Nets’ controversial Egor Demin pick could be home run

Many within the NBA community made a mockery of the Brooklyn Nets following their historic 2025 draft. Much of that skepticism centered on the team using its first lottery selection in 15 years on Egor Demin.

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Drake Powell News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 15

Drake Powell Could Be the Nets’ Next 3-and-D Gem

While making an NBA record five first-round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Nets may have found a hidden gem in Drake Powell. While fans may not have been able to get a look at him during the Las Vegas Summer League, one Brooklyn Nets rookie has the athletic traits and measurements to carve out a productive NBA career as a two-way player.

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20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 15

Evaluating The Brooklyn Nets Center Depth

The Brooklyn Nets have an extremely young roster, and that is especially seen with the center rotation. The Nets have three guys who will play and compete for minutes at the center position this season in 26-year-old Nic Claxton, 23-year-old Day'Ron Sharpe and 21-year-old Danny Wolf.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 15

Could Michael Porter Jr. be Long-Term Option for Nets?

The Brooklyn Nets are in the midst of a rebuild, but they might have their top veteran for the next few years. After finishing last season as one of the worst teams in the league, the Nets made some noise on draft night, selecting five players in the first round, an NBA record.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 15

Nets Prospect Watch: Global Players to Watch This Season

The Brooklyn Nets are entering the 2025-26 NBA season with low expectations, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. Everyone knew the team wasn't too far from a rebuild after exiting the Kevin Durant-Kyrie Irving era, and now it's in full effect.

Dennis Smith Jr. News / Hoops Rumors / September 14

Knicks bringing back former guard for a workout

Free agent guard Dennis Smith Jr. is scheduled to work out for the New York Knicks this week.

Knicks improve bench with former Sixth Man of the Year

Knicks' veteran signings mean young prospect could be gone

New Hall of Famer won't get his number retired by any team

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Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 14

NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 21

It’s getting more difficult to come up with enough information, gossip, etc. to fill this weekly feature. We can recite the roster math like it’s a third

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

3 Nets Veterans Poised to Shape the Team’s Incoming Rookie Class

One third—that's right, one THIRD—of the Brooklyn Nets' 2025-26 active roster will be made up entirely of first-round rookies selected in June's draft.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

Projecting how the Nets' Wing Rotation Will Unfold

The Brooklyn Nets went from not having much wing depth a season ago to creating rotation questions through offseason trades and draft picks. With proven players entering the room, the returners will have a tough time maintaining their playing time.

Dennis Schroder News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

Former Nets' Guard Dennis Schroder Leads Germany to EuroBasket Title

While Brooklyn Nets and NBA fans are waiting patiently for the start of the 2025-26 season, EuroBasket 2025 has captured the attention of the basketball world.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Draft on SI / September 14

Does Cam Thomas' Presence Help or Hurt Nets' Rookies?

A major Brooklyn Nets storyline of the offseason was Cam Thomas' future with the organization. After months of contract disputes, both sides agreed upon a $5.9 million, one-year deal to bring the veteran back to the team.

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Sean Marks News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

Inside Sean Marks’ Hypothetical Priority List for the Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets' front office has accomplished plenty this summer. As the offseason comes to a close and teams prepare to kick off the 2025-26 campaign in late October, what could remain on a hypothetical priority list belonging to General Manager Sean Marks?

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

Brooklyn Nets Can't Tank at Expense of Rookie Class

The Brooklyn Nets could be one of the worst teams in the league next season, but the draft lottery can’t be the only thing on their mind. Throughout NBA history, the draft has been the most successful way of adding elite talent.

Ricky Council IV News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 14

Why Ricky Council IV is Brooklyn's Most Underrated Offseason Acquisition

Throughout this offseason, the Brooklyn Nets have welcomed many newcomers both through the draft, trades and free agency. Out of all the acquisitions, most of the spotlight will be on former NBA champion Michael Porter Jr, and Brooklyn's five first-round picks.

D'Angelo Russell News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 13

Letting D’Angelo Russell Walk Could Be a Nets Mistake in Hindsight

The Brooklyn Nets made plenty of moves this summer—many of which were commendable. There is one, however, where the front office may have missed the mark.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 13

Was Trading Cam Johnson a Mistake for Brooklyn Nets?

The Brooklyn Nets were involved in one of the biggest moves of the offseason, but it might not have been worth it. After finishing last season as one of the worst teams in the league, the Nets knew they were still in the midst of a rebuild and were ready to make some moves this summer.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 13

Who Will Be Brooklyn's Top Contributor Off the Bench?

While the Brooklyn Nets have made enough moves through the draft and free agency that it’s clear who the franchise is being built around, the Nets will also need strong support from their role players over the next few years.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 11

Nets to host ‘Practice in the Park’ in Bed-Stuy on Sept. 27

With the NBA season around the corner, the Brooklyn Nets are hosting an annual fan event in their backyard. The Nets will host “Practice in the Park” on Sept.

Day'Ron Sharpe News / Fastbreak on SI / September 10

Brooklyn Nets Player Could Become Trade Candidate

The Brooklyn Nets’ latest signing, Day’Ron Sharpe, just might end up being a name to watch in the NBA’s trade market this upcoming season. The 23-year-old was expected to have a no-trade clause on his deal, but according to a report, Sharpe will waive it, making him eligible to get moved if the Nets want to take that route.

Ziaire Williams News / Hoops Rumors / September 8

Nets officially re-sign versatile forward

Over two months after their agreement was first reported, the Brooklyn Nets have officially finalized their deal with the free agent swingman, the team confirmed Monday.

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