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Nets' Tease Potential Rotation in Final Preseason Game

The Brooklyn Nets' preseason is officially over after their final preseason game against the Toronto Raptors. In a 119-114 loss, they finish the preseason 2-2, and now have to gear up for the regular season.

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What’s Next? Checking In on Former Brooklyn Net Keon Johnson

Last season, Keon Johnson was one of the Brooklyn Nets' most important contributors. In typical Jordi Fernandez fashion, the first-year head coach was able to help Johnson blossom into an impactful NBA role player, which included a four-point boost to the 23-year-old's nightly scoring average.

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18

Nets’ Egor Demin earns high praise after impressive NBA debut

Egor Demin’s NBA debut was the most anticipated for a Brooklyn Nets rookie since the team’s move from New Jersey. After missing most of the preseason with a plantar fascia tear, the No.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 17

Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. dominates Raptors with wild stat line

Michael Porter Jr. dominated the Toronto Raptors with a wild stat line in the Brooklyn Nets’ 119-114 loss in their preseason finale on Friday night. Porter is preparing for his first season with the Nets, moving on from the Denver Nuggets after seven years.

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NBA News / NetsDaily / October 17

Brooklyn Nets cap preseason with loss to Toronto Raptors, 119-114

The Brooklyn Nets played their fourth and final preseason game on Friday night, visiting the Toronto Raptors. Viewers can only hope the first half wasn’t a true preview of their regular season.

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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.

Dariq Whitehead News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 17

Former Nets Guard Dariq Whitehead Signs with Oklahoma City Thunder

That didn't take long. Four days after being released by the Brooklyn Nets, a team hoping to head toward the draft lottery next summer, Dariq Whitehead was scooped up by the Oklahoma City Thunder, who may end up repeating as NBA champions around the same time.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 17

What's Next? Checking In on Former Nets Drew Timme and Fanbo Zeng

While it hasn't been for very long, Drew Timme and Fanbo Zeng—a duo once primed to suit up at Gonzaga toegther—are free agents. The two were waived by the Brooklyn Nets amid roster cuts after each experienced quite different tenures with the franchise.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 17

Nets Given Different Rookie Class in 2025 Re-Draft After NBA Preseason

NBA preseason isn't the best indicator of how rookies will pan out during the regular season. With teams playing the end of their bench most nights, the games leading up to opening night give first-year pros a chance to face the league's top talent, but more so develop and get their feet wet.

Dariq Whitehead News / Hoops Rumors / October 17

Thunder sign former first-round pick

Four days after being waived by the Nets, former first-round pick Dariq Whitehead has signed with the Thunder.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 17

Have Brooklyn Nets 'Learned Their Lesson' From Last Season?

The Brooklyn Nets are set for a tanking season, and there’s no doubt about their plan for 2026. Going into the 2024-25 season, it was assumed that Brooklyn would be one of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 16

Problems in the way of the Brooklyn Nets Going Over Their Projected win Total

We are just one week away from the Brooklyn Nets' season opener. Expectations are low and for good reason. Even though Brooklyn has proven talent on the roster in the form of Nic Claxton, Cam Thomas and Michael Porter Jr., a top-five pick in the 2026 NBA Draft would do wonders for the rebuild.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 16

“Better than I expected,” says Jordi Fernández of Macao trip

Brooklyn Nets Head Coach Jordi Fernández spoke with reporters over Zoom on Thursday afternoon, as his well-traveled team hasn’t had quite enough rest since returning from Macau to hold an official practice just yet.

Egor Demin News / NetsDaily / October 16

Will Egor Demin make his long-awaited debut Friday?

We won’t know for sure until later Thursday whether Egor Demin will be healthy enough to take the court Friday in Toronto vs. the Raptors. The 6’9” Russian point guard suffered a tear in his plantar fascia at the end of Summer League back in July and has been recovering ever since.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16

Nets under 19.5 wins? Why Bill Simmons, Zach Lowe are predicting ‘disastrous results’

Last year’s tanking Brooklyn Nets season didn’t result in the payoff the organization hoped for. After exceeding early-season expectations with the help of first-year head coach Jordi Fernandez, the Nets finished with the NBA’s sixth-worst record and fell to the eighth pick in the draft.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 16

Potential Play-In Push Could Work Out Well for Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets are less than a week away from opening night, and there’s still a chance they could shock the NBA this season. Over the past couple of years, the Nets have been looking to find the right path ahead through their rebuild.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 16

How Brooklyn Nets Core Trio Can Elevate Their Game in 2025-26

Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman. LeBron James, Dwayne Wade, Chris Bosh. Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green. Most of the best dynasties in the history of the NBA are built with a core trio as the backbone.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16

Nets land two players on top 100 rankings for 2025-26 campaign

The Brooklyn Nets are projected to be among the NBA’s worst teams this season. However, the rebuilding squad boasts several impact veterans who could be of interest to contenders down the line.

Ben Saraf News / NetsDaily / October 16

ANALYSIS: What should we expect from Ben Saraf in his rookie season?

The #26 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, one of the five first-rounders belonging to the Brooklyn Nets, did not have an impressive Las Vegas Summer League.

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.

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Dariq Whitehead News / Fastbreak on SI / October 14

Nets’ Dariq Whitehead Decision Puts 2022 Recruits in Shocking Spot

The Brooklyn Nets made a roster move on Monday, waiving two players. One of them happened to be a former top recruit out of the famous Montverde Academy in Florida.

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.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / October 14

'The Sky is the Limit' – Brooklyn Nets Coach Issues Major Challenge to Cam Thomas This Season

Cam Thomas showcased his offensive arsenal during the Brooklyn Nets’ 111-109 win over the Phoenix Suns at The Venetian Arena last Friday, as he led the team with 16 points and four rebounds on 4-for-12 shooting from the field and 8-for-10 from the free throw line in 26 minutes.

Drew Timme News / Hoops Wire / October 13