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Drake Powell's Contributions go Under-the-Radar in Nets win over the Wizards

Drake Powell turned low expectations into a breakout game of sorts for the Brooklyn Nets in a contest characterized by opportunity. The Nets took down the Washington Wizards 121-115 in a matchup between two bottom-three teams in the NBA's standings.

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Nets top Wizards 121-115

The Brooklyn Nets came up with timely shots late to outlast the Washington Wizards 121–115 on Sunday, snapping a prolonged skid. Nolan Traore led the way with 23 points, knocking down five 3-pointers to go along with seven assists, while Jalen Wilson added 19 points as Brooklyn picked up just its second win in the last 14 games.

Danny Wolf News / NetsDaily / April 6

Danny Wolf knows where he has to improve after rookie season

The 27th pick and last first rounder chosen by the Nets in the 2025 Draft spoke to Brian Lewis about his progress this year. The 6’11”, 255-pound Yale and Michigan product was declared out of the season following a sprained ankle on March 22.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 6

Nolan Traoré Showcases Clutch Gene in Nets Win Over Wizards

The Brooklyn Nets came through with a 121-115 win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday in a tanking melee. There were many times throughout the game where it looked like the Wizards could earn their second victory since Feb.

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NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 6

Nets Take Down Wizards in Pivotal NBA Draft Lottery Battle

As unfortunate as it is when taking a look at the NBA from a holistic perspective, fans of the Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards were rooting in opposite directions on Sunday.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Nolan Traore News / Field Level Media / April 5

Nolan Traore's career day helps Nets put away Wizards

Rookie Nolan Traore scored a career-high 23 points and added a game-high seven assists as the Brooklyn Nets held off the visiting Washington Wizards 121-115 in an Eastern Conference basement battle Sunday in New York.

NBA News / NetsDaily / April 5

Brooklyn Nets pass up on top lottery spot, beat the Washington Wizards 121-115

“I’ve always told the players from the first week that I was here that winning starts now,” Jordi Fernández said pregame today. “And for a lot of people, winning means different things.

Jalen Wilson News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 5

Jalen Wilson's Strong Game a Takeaway As The Nets Beat The Wizards

The Brooklyn Nets (19-59) hit the court for a very important matchup with the Washington Wizards (17-61) on Easter Sunday. Brooklyn entered the day tied for the second-worst record in the NBA, alongside the Indiana Pacers.

NBA News / NetsDaily / April 5

LIVE DISCUSSION: Washington Wizards at Brooklyn Nets, 3:30 PM ET

The Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards both find themselves in a race to the bottom. The Wizards have a game on the Nets in that respect — meaning Brooklyn is one game better than Washington.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 5

The Nets are Routed by the Hawks in Latest Defensive Breakdown

The Brooklyn Nets were flat-out overpowered against the Atlanta Hawks for 48 minutes on Friday. Brooklyn never held a lead during the game and lost 141-107.

Malachi Smith News / Hoops Wire / April 4

Nets sign Malachi Smith to two-year deal

The Nets have signed guard Malachi Smith to a two-year contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Smith’s second 10-day deal expired Friday, but the new agreement will keep him in Brooklyn for the remainder of the season and cover 2026-27.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Quin Snyder News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 4

Quin Snyder Offers Praise Towards Nets Coach Jordi Fernández, Nolan Traoré

The Brooklyn Nets have been slipping down the standings, putting them well in place to land a top pick in this upcoming draft. Despite Brooklyn's bottom-feeding record, Nets coach Jordi Fernández has drawn considerable praise from coaches around the league.

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Malachi Smith News / Hoops Rumors / April 4

Nets Signing Malachi Smith To Two-Year Contract

Malachi Smith‘s second 10-day contract with the Nets expired overnight on Friday, but he’ll be sticking with the team for the rest of the season — and potentially beyond that.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / April 4

Day’Ron Sharpe reflects on his successful fifth season

Day’Ron Sharpe spoke to the media for the first time since tearing an ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb. He has not played since March 9th and will miss the rest of the Brooklyn Nets’ season — their last 18 games in total.

Trevon Scott News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 3

Trevon Scott's Debut a Takeaway as Nets Drop One to Hawks

The Brooklyn Nets (18-59) hit the court on Friday night for their first game in April against the Atlanta Hawks (44-33). The Nets were coming off a blowout loss to the Hornets and looking to solidify their spot in the NBA Draft Lottery with another loss to a hot Hawks squad.

NBA News / NetsDaily / April 3

Brooklyn Nets fade into the abyss vs Atlanta Hawks, lose 141-107

The Atlanta Hawks have had three seasons in one. They started with Trae Young, Kristaps Porziņģis, and as a team so unanimously picked as a “dark horse” in the East, the label eventually stopped fitting.

Danny Wolf News / Hoops Rumors / April 3

Nets Rule Out Porter, Wolf For Rest Of Season

The Nets have formally ruled out forwards Michael Porter Jr. and Danny Wolf for the rest of the 2025/26 season, head coach Jordi Fernandez told reporters, including C.J.

Brooklyn Nets News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Final Injury Report for Hawks-Nets: Will Michael Porter Jr., Nic Claxton Play?

The Brooklyn Nets are at home on Friday night as they host the Atlanta Hawks in an Eastern Conference matchup. Brooklyn enters Friday’s game with an 18-58 record after losing at home to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / April 2

Nets Sign Tre Scott To 10-Day Contract

The Nets have signed forward Tre Scott to a 10-day deal, according to NBA.com’s official log of transactions. Confirming the deal with agent Darrell Comer, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link) notes that it’s a hardship contract, allowing Brooklyn to complete the signing without cutting anyone from its 15-man roster.

Brooklyn Nets News / TheSheGotGame / April 1