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The Brooklyn Nets are set to take on the Boston Celtics Friday night, hoping to snag just their third win on the season. The Nets and Celtics faced off days ago, with Boston earning a 14-point lead in Barclays Center.

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Nets' Egor Demin Discusses Growing Pains of Offseason Injuries

The Brooklyn Nets shocked many when they selected Egor Demin with the No. 8 pick overall in the 2025 NBA Draft. Many were shocked the Nets drafted a kid who struggled to shoot at a high rate for BYU last season, though Demin's shot mechanics sold some on the idea that his jumper could translate to the next level.

Drake Powell News / NetsDaily / November 20

Drake Powell defends in Brooklyn Nets rookie report — No. 4

Jordi Fernández often says some variation of “it’s not just about the rookies, it’s about the whole group.” He went back to the well after the Brooklyn Nets fell to 2-12 by losing a home game to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night, in which Egor Dëmin played just eight second-half minutes (five before garbage time).

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 20

Analyzing Brooklyn Nets' Advanced Stats: Usage Rates

The Brooklyn Nets sit logically at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings to prime themselves for a top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The season has unfolded as expected –– perhaps worse than some hopeful thinkers had theorized –– and the Nets' offensive identity has reflected their rebuilding mentality.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 20

Why Egor Demin’s dad broke out in tears over Vince Carter video

Egor Demin is facing steep expectations after the Brooklyn Nets selected him with their first lottery pick in 15 years. The 19-year-old is receiving tutelage from Nets great Vince Carter as he begins his NBA career.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 20

Nets Might Have Serious Competition in Race for Top Lottery Odds

The Brooklyn Nets have been one of the worst teams in the league thus far, but that might not be enough to accomplish their goals for the season. Coming into 2025-26, the Nets understood that this is one of the most important seasons the franchise has had in recent memory.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 20

There's a Different Feeling This Season From Nets Fans Regarding Jordi Fernandez

No one is upset that the Brooklyn Nets are off to a 2-12 start this season. It was expected that they'd lose plenty of games, and in many cases, that's what is needed, considering they're gunning for a top draft pick in 2026.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 20

Nets' Egor Demin Opens Up About Recent Interaction with Vince Carter

Vince Carter had an electrifying run with the New Jersey Nets two decades ago, bringing life to a championship-contending team that was on the verge of a collapse.

Egor Demin News / NetsDaily / November 19

The painful detour that transformed Egor Demin’s rookie season

He couldn’t play basketball for months. He couldn’t jump, couldn’t run, and was barely allowed to bend his knees. Egor Demin spent part of his summer stuck in a chair, shooting stationary because that was the only way he was allowed to touch a basketball.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Total Apex Sports / November 19

How Michael Porter Jr.’s Hot Streak Could Lead To Nets Trading Him

Brooklyn Nets Forward Michael Porter Jr. is heating up early in the 2025-26 season. His surge could help the rebuilding franchise find a trade partner before the trade deadline rolls around.

Jordi Fernandez News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

Nets’ Jordi Fernandez reveals silver lining of late-game struggles during recent losses

The Brooklyn Nets fell 113-99 to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday at Barclays Center. Jordi Fernandez’s squad led by as much as 10 early in the game and regained the lead midway through the fourth quarter, but could not muster the offense to get over the hump.

Day'Ron Sharpe News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 19

Day'Ron Sharpe Shines off the Nets' Bench in Loss to Celtics

In another night where the Brooklyn Nets failed to eclipse 100 points, Day'Ron Sharpe played one of his best games of the season in just 18 minutes off the bench.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

Jordi Fernandez’s explanation for Egor Demin’s benchings leaves more questions than answers

Brooklyn Nets rookie Egor Demin started his sixth consecutive game on Tuesday but was once again benched down the stretch. Demin logged just eight second-half minutes during a 113-99 loss to the Boston Celtics, the fewest of any full-time member of Brooklyn’s rotation.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 19

Michael Porter Jr.'s Hot Stretch Could Help Nets Find Trade Partner

Brooklyn has seen the best of Michael Porter Jr. this season, and it could pay off for the Nets. Coming into this season, the Nets knew that taking on Porter was a bit of a risk, but it was one worth taking, given the unprotected pick Denver attached in the Cam Johnson swap.

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When you post on SB Nation, we don’t want you to miss all the conversations and responses that follow. So starting today, whenever a user replies to your comment or to your post on the Feed, you’ll see a notification at the top right corner of the page.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 19

Nets Get Surprising Boost in Latest NBA Power Rankings

Nobody expects the Brooklyn Nets to be anywhere near the top of the league in any power rankings list. Instead, they're competing for the bottom amid a rebuild.

Jordi Fernandez News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

Nets’ Jordi Fernandez makes ‘respectable’ admission after losing to Celtics

The Brooklyn Nets remained winless at Barclays Center after losing to the Boston Celtics, 113-99. The Nets are now 0-7 at home, as their nightmarish season continues.

NBA News / NetsDaily / November 18

Brooklyn Nets get close, but not past Boston Celtics, losing 113-99

The Boston Celtics have finally stepped down to the Brooklyn Nets’ level. Well, almost. Four years (or forever) ago, these two teams faced off in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs in back-to-back years.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 18

Three Takeaways From the Nets' Home Loss to the Celtics

Fresh off their second win of the season on Sunday night, the Nets returned home looking for their first win at the Barclays Center in 224 days. Standing in their way was the Boston Celtics, a team dealing with a season-long injury to superstar Jayson Tatum.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Field Level Media / November 16