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Nets exercise team option on F/C Noah Clowney

The Brooklyn Nets picked up the fourth-year team option on forward/center Noah Clowney on Wednesday. Clowney, 21, is earning about $3.4 million in his third season and, per multiple reports, will get a $2 million raise for the 2026-27 season that's also guaranteed.

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How Nets plan to navigate historic draft experiment during challenging season

Wednesday marks the start of a new Brooklyn Nets era and the NBA’s boldest draft experiment in recent memory. After years of star-hunting and quick fixes, the Nets seemingly committed to an organic build this offseason, making an NBA-record five first-round picks.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 22

Nets' Guard Cam Thomas on Contract Uncertainty: ‘It’ll Take Care of Itself’

There's a good chance that, at the conclusion of the 2025-26 NBA season, Cam Thomas will leave the franchise that drafted him. Set to be an unrestricted free agent this summer, Thomas could depart from the Brooklyn Nets after both sides were unable to work out a long-term deal this past offseason.

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The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

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Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 22

Cam Thomas on his QO year: ‘I’m not really worried about that’

The summer drama is over. Cam Thomas remained a Brooklyn Net, but instead of the big deal he’d hoped for, the fifth-year shooting guard wound up with a $5.99 qualifying offer, up in one year.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 22

Will Anyone Emerge as Nets' Leader in Season Opener in Charlotte?

The Brooklyn Nets are set for another season, and they could soon find out who their top player will be. On Wednesday night, the Nets will be in Charlotte to face the Hornets on opening night.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 22

Bold Predictions for Three Nets' Rookies Ahead of the 2025-26 Season

The Brooklyn Nets have a historic five-man rookie class, and they should all see the floor in some capacity this season. There will no doubt be growing pains with each of their draftees, but that will play into rebuilding for the future.

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22

Nets’ Egor Demin workload plan revealed after rookie’s return from injury

Brooklyn Nets rookie Egor Demin missed most of training camp with a plantar fascia tear. However, after returning for Friday’s preseason finale in Toronto, the No.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 21

Nets' Veteran Leadership Labeled as Team's Biggest Concern

The 2025-26 NBA season will be one filled with development, patience and, let's face it, losing for the Brooklyn Nets. They are projected to be one of the worst teams in the league, but it's expected as they continue to navigate the rebuild.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 21

Nets Reacts: How Many Wins Will The Brooklyn Nets Finish With?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Nets fans and fans across the country.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 21

Nets, Hornets embrace bright spots entering opener

With offseason talking points in the background, the repairing of reputations for the Brooklyn Nets and Charlotte Hornets finally can begin. The teams will meet in a season opener Wednesday night in Charlotte.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 21

NetsDaily Roundtable: Entering 2025-26 Brooklyn Nets Season

The season is upon us. Expectations are low but the excitement for a new era in Brooklyn are high. We’re back for our annual NetsDaily roundtable which we give some analysis and bold takes.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 21

Could Brooklyn Nets Be Too Good to Tank?

The Brooklyn Nets are set for another season in the rebuild, but there’s a chance their plans won’t work out. It’s no secret that the Nets are entering this season looking to land one of the top picks in 2026 and add a franchise player to their young core.

Egor Demin News / NetsDaily / October 20

Egor Demin looks forward to his new role

Two days before the Brooklyn Nets debut in Charlotte vs the Hornets, Jordi Fernandez has not revealed who will start at the point, easily the most important position on his team, what with three players who can play the 1 … but none of whom has reached his 20th birthday.

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The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz

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The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

Analysts make bold predictions on Nets’ historically-low O/U win total

The Brooklyn Nets are expected to be among the NBA’s worst teams this season. After falling to the eighth pick in the 2025 draft, the rebuilding squad is aiming for a top selection in a highly-touted 2026 draft.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 20

Jordi Fernandez Praises Rookie Point Guards but Stops Short of Naming Starter

The Brooklyn Nets were fortunate and smart enough to reload at point guard back in June's draft—something that was required given last season's struggles.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 20

Predicting how the Brooklyn Nets Will Perform in October

Regular season play for the Brooklyn Nets begins on the road against the Charlotte Hornets on Oct. 22. The rotation is starting to figure itself out after an informative preseason.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

Nets land 28th in NBA power rankings for 2025-26 campaign

The Brooklyn Nets enter this season with a new-look roster but the same goal. One year after trading Mikal Bridges and reacquiring their 2025 and 2026 first-round picks from the Houston Rockets, the Nets selected an NBA-record five rookies in the first round of June’s draft.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 20

Brooklyn Nets Avoid Last Place in Latest NBA Power Rankings

Entering the 2025-26 season, there aren't many expectations at all for the Brooklyn Nets. That comes with the growing pains and struggles of developing talent through a rebuild.

Kobe Bufkin News / Fastbreak on SI / October 20

The Waiver Claim Cost of Ex-NBA First-Rounder Kobe Bufkin

A former first-round pick is hitting the waiver wire ahead of the NBA’s opening week. Kobe Bufkin is reportedly set to part ways with the Brooklyn Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

Nets trade acquisition suffers injury setback ahead of regular season opener

Brooklyn Nets forward Haywood Highsmith hoped to return from offseason knee surgery in time for the team’s regular season opener. However, following an injury setback, he’ll be sidelined much longer.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 20

NBA Notes: Nets, Kobe Bufkin, Thunder, Nikola Topic, Pacers

The Nets have waived guard Kobe Bufkin, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. Brooklyn later confirmed the move. Bufkin was traded from Atlanta to Brooklyn last month for $110,000 in cash considerations, joining a crowded backcourt that already featured recent first-rounders Ben Saraf, Egor Demin and Nolan Traore.

Haywood Highsmith News / Hoops Rumors / October 19

Nets forward to be re-evaluated in eight weeks

Nets forward Haywood Highsmith recently experienced a setback in his attempted return from a torn meniscus, the team announced via X. He will be re-evaluated in eight weeks.

Kobe Bufkin News / Hoops Rumors / October 19

Nets to waive former first-round guard

The Brooklyn Nets are waiving guard Kobe Bufkin, Shams Charania reports for ESPN.

Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / October 15

Nets dug bigger hole for themselves with draft whiffs

The future of the Nets depends on nailing the picks they have coming to them in upcoming drafts. Unfortunately, GM Sean Marks and the Nets front office haven't inspired confidence that they can do it.

25 NBA players who you forgot once made an All-Star Game

The 'WNBA Finals MVPs' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / October 14

Nets banking on future as rebuild takes full shape

The Nets’ offseason has been one big balancing act. As Luke Adams of HoopsRumors wrote in his season preview, this is a rebuild, but it’s not one without a plan.