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Nets’ Julius Randle likes fit with Michael Porter Jr., but questions remain

Julius Randle believes playing alongside Michael Porter Jr. will be great. Offensively, it certainly makes sense. “You know, we’re two completely different players, as far as style of play,” Randle told Gabriel Martins, via Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.

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What to expect, hope for Brooklyn Nets’ young players entering 2026-27

I did not write anything about the Brooklyn Nets’ play at Las Vegas Summer League. Nor the California Classic, for that matter. Let’s amend that and a look at an assortment of Brooklyn’s young players, examining what we saw during the summer and what we’d like to see in 2026-27.

Mikel Brown News / NetsDaily / September 10

Mikel Brown gets kudos from those who went before

Opening night — October 21 vs. the Charlotte Hornets — is still six weeks away and the internet is filled with hope, tempered by widespread predictions of calamity and doom, but one thing is certain and is likely to be throughout the season — Mikal Brown Jr.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Former NBA All-Star Praises Nets Coach Jordi Fernandez: 'He's a Connector'

The Brooklyn Nets are heading into next season with tempered expectations, though the chemistry of Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle could help the team shock the world.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

The '2025-26 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Brooklyn Nets May be in for Underwhelming 2026-27 Season

The Brooklyn Nets seem to be heading in the right direction, but next season’s results may not reflect that. Over the offseason, the Nets have been active, much like many other teams across the league.

Channing Frye News / Fadeaway World / September 10

Channing Frye Delivers Blunt Assessment Of Brooklyn Nets: 'Garbage. Don’t Have An Identity.'

The 2026 offseason has been promising for several teams. With franchises like the Philadelphia 76ers, the Los Angeles Lakers, and many others making significant improvements, most have something to look forward to next season.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Hoops Habit / September 10

NBA Rumors: Nets insider confirms worst-kept secret about Michael Porter Jr.

No team in the NBA appears farther away from winning a championship than the Brooklyn Nets, especially if a new report about Michael Porter Jr. is true.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Total Pro Sports / September 10

Michael Porter Jr. Asks If Trans Women Should ID Themselves After Incriminating Photos Surfaced — 'The Surgeries Are So Good You Can’t Tell'

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. has sparked a debate over transgender disclosure after discussing a 2023 meeting in Taiwan on his Curious Mike podcast.

Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 9

Former Nets Kyrie Irving and Nic Claxton's New Physiques Have Fans Shocked

Kyrie Irving and Nic Claxton were once key parts of the last Brooklyn Nets team to legitimately compete for a championship. Both were very explosive and quick on their feet, giving them an incredible advantage in transition.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 9

Donovan Mitchell praises Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. with James Harden comparison

Fresh off two tanking seasons, the Brooklyn Nets are hoping Mikel Brown Jr. can help turn their fortunes in the coming years. Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell feels the Nets made a smart bet with the No.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 9

Continuity of Young Core Could Help Brooklyn Nets' 2027 Playoff Push

The Brooklyn Nets are hoping to get back to the postseason, and the continuity of their young core could help get them there. As the Nets prepare for next season, many of the storylines surrounding the team are focused on the changes that were made in the offseason.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 8

Trademark filing hints at more ABA celebrations for New York Nets

The Brooklyn Nets could be in for more ABA-related fun during the 2026-27 season. A week ago, the team announced plans to celebrate the franchise’s 60th anniversary with an “ABA Night” on November 18.

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The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 8

Nets' Julius Randle Believes His Chemistry with Michael Porter Jr. Will be 'Great'

Julius Randle has played with a myriad of stars throughout his NBA career. He's stuck around in the league for so long now that it's easy to forget that he was once teammates with Kobe Bryant.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 8

Brooklyn Nets' Lack of Shot-Blocking Could be Major Concern in 2026-27

The Brooklyn Nets have plenty of questions to answer next season, and their defense inside could be one of the most interesting. As the Nets prepare for the 2026-27 season, they have plenty of questions surrounding what their team may look like.

Michael Porter Jr. News / HITC / September 8

‘You really can’t – Michael Porter Jr. shares story about viral photo with transgender woman in Taiwan

Amid the ongoing debate about transgender athletes in basketball, NBA star Michael Porter Jr. has spoken about his viral photo with a trans woman in Taiwan.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 7

Brooklyn Nets Could Flip Michael Porter Jr. for Box Office All-Star

Michael Porter Jr.'s future with the Brooklyn Nets is very much in doubt. Plenty of teams will likely check in on Porter's availabiliy at any point throughout the season, though it might take until the trade deadline for any deal to materialize.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 7

Who Will be Brooklyn Nets' Go-To Scorer in Clutch Time Next Season?

The Brooklyn Nets will be looking to make the postseason in 2027, and making plays in clutch time could be what gets them there. As the Nets look forward to next season and coming out of this stage of their rebuild, they will need to find ways to win some more tight games.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 6

Should Brooklyn Nets Consider Trading Future Picks?

The Brooklyn Nets are in an interesting spot, and they might need to consider dealing some of their future draft capital soon. After an offseason filled with change, the Nets are looking to get back into the postseason in 2027.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 6

Michael Porter Jr.'s Future with Brooklyn Nets Reportedly 'Might' Come to a Close

Michael Porter Jr. is looking to build on his All-Star caliber season this upcoming year. However, he might not be a member of the Brooklyn Nets past the trade deadline, according to ClutchPoints' Erik Slater, as he was joined with Yossi Gosland and the New York Post's Brian Lewis on an episode of the Third Apron podcast.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Fadeaway World / September 5

Brooklyn Nets Expected To Trade Michael Porter Jr. Before 2027 Deadline

The Brooklyn Nets are still picking up the pieces after their failed superteam experiment with Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden. Without a superstar to build around or a star young prospect to develop, the Nets are in a state of limbo as they decide what to do next.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / September 4