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NBA Preview: Nets turn to Julius Randle, young core for signs of progress

The Nets won 20 games last season. The Knicks won the NBA championship. That pretty much summarizes the current basketball arrangement in New York. Brooklyn isn’t expected to close that gap anytime soon.

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Nets' Mikel Brown Jr. Given Clutch Praise From Fellow Incoming Rookie

Down the stretch of tight games, it's always nice to have a player who can create their own shot in the most tense moments of the 48-minute affair. Brooklyn

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 20

NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 23

Only one more Off-Season Report left! Don’t tell us about this being a quiet off-season! It hasn’t been easy finding a lot to write home about! There was big news like Mikel Brown Jr.‘s debut and Egor Demin’s growth.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Fadeaway World / September 20

Michael Porter Jr. Doesn’t Understand How Athletes Blow $100-$200 Million Contracts

Michael Porter Jr. understands how an NBA lifestyle can become very expensive, but the Brooklyn Nets forward still does not understand how professional athletes burn through hundred-million-dollar, two-hundred-million-dollar contracts during their careers.

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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 3's-per-game in NBA history' quiz

The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

Julius Randle News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 20

Julius Randle's Performance Could Mirror Nets' Results in 2026-27

The Brooklyn Nets may have a new star leading the way next season, and the team may only go as far as he takes it. The Nets are set for a potentially exciting season in Brooklyn as the team is coming out of its rebuild in hopes of competing for a spot in the postseason.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 19

Timberwolves Coach Chris Finch Comes to Defense of Nets' Julius Randle

Julius Randle has returned to New York after a two-year hiatus, joining the team across the bridge. The former New York Knicks standout will now be representing the Brooklyn Nets after coming over from the Minnesota Timberwolves in a multi-team trade.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 19

Brooklyn Nets Must Prioritize Development Regardless of Next Season's Results

The Brooklyn Nets have plenty of question marks going into next season, but they can’t lose sight of their top priority. Going into next season, the Nets are one of the toughest teams in the league to predict.

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / September 19

About Damn Time Nets honor their history, roots in LI, NJ

Brooklyn, Brooklyn, Brooklyn! Hello, Brooklyn! That's all long-time Nets fans were force-fed when the franchise relocated to Brooklyn ahead of the 2012-13 season.

Hunter Tyson News / Hoops Rumors / September 19

Former Nuggets Forward Hunter Tyson To Sign With Italian Club

Former Nuggets forward Hunter Tyson has reached a contract agreement with Italy’s Maxima Roma, Sportando relays via Superbasket. Tyson was the odd man out in a salary dump in early February, as the Nuggets dealt him to the Nets in order to duck the luxury tax.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 18

Michael Porter Jr. Reveals What Happened After Asking Nikola Jokic For Dating Advice About Slavic Woman

Michael Porter Jr. has always been an eccentric character, and he’s made headlines over the years for some of his controversial takes. Today, as the leading star of the Brooklyn Nets, much of his antics go unchecked, and it has resulted in a major uptick in notable/memorable quotes.

Egor Demin News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 18

Nets' Egor Demin Projected to Have Breakout Season

Egor Demin quelled one of his biggest concerns heading into his first season with the Brooklyn Nets last season, drilling nearly 40% of his 3-point shot attempts.

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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 18

Nets receive mixed reviews for quiet offseason entering 2026-27 campaign

The Brooklyn Nets are receiving mixed reviews for their quiet offseason. Without control of their 2027 first-round pick after two tanking seasons, many expected the rebuilding squad to get aggressive this summer.

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The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 18

Brooklyn Nets Shouldn't Get Caught Up in Next Season's Implications on 2027 Pick

Brooklyn is set for another season, and it can’t waste any time worrying about a pick situation it has little to no control over. As the Nets look to return to playing competitive basketball and hope to make a push for a spot in the postseason, it’s important to remember exactly why the franchise is opting to take that route this season.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Fadeaway World / September 18

Michael Porter Jr. Questions Why People Are ‘Obsessed’ With Investing Instead Of Enjoying Money Now

Michael Porter Jr. has never been afraid to share his unconventional and crazy takes about money and the lifestyle that comes with being a professional athlete.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 17

Brooklyn Nets Predicted to Make 'All-In Play' for Superstar in Next Two Years

The Brooklyn Nets aren't expected to be among the elite teams in the NBA this season, though Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle believe otherwise. Randle and Porter are accomplished NBA players, but few expect them to be the pieces that ultimately help the Nets get over the top within the coming years.

Brook Lopez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 17

Why Brooklyn Nets Should Consider Brook Lopez Reunion Next Season

The Brooklyn Nets have an interesting season ahead, and it could make sense for them to bring back a franchise great. Next season, the Nets will be looking to get out of the bottom of the Eastern Conference and emerge as a competitive squad and be in the mix for a postseason spot.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 17

In latest predictions, a little less doom

As we’ve written recently, we don’t put a lot of stock in off-season rankings and ratings, particularly those posted so close to Opening Night. After all, the real measure of a team’s off-season moves — wins and losses — are so close at hand.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 17

Michael Porter Jr. Offers Bold Prediction on Brooklyn Nets' Season Outlook

The Brooklyn Nets finished last season with just 20 wins despite showing some signs of promise earlier in the season. Michael Porter Jr. flirted with his first potential All-Star Game selection.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 17

Julius Randle’s intro to Nets’ ‘youthful energy’ features hilarious golf story

Julius Randle will attempt to lift the Brooklyn Nets out of the NBA’s basement this season. He’s wasting no time stepping into a leadership role after his trade to the young team.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 17

Michael Porter Jr. gives blunt assessment of Lakers

The Lakers retooled this season. At least one competitor isn't particularly impressed with what they've built.

Michael Porter Jr. recalls a reality check from Klay Thompson

The '20 PPG during the 2020-21 NBA season' quiz

Michael Porter Jr. News / Hoops Wire / September 16

Michael Porter Jr. predicts Nets will win more than 50 games

The Nets won 20 games last season. Michael Porter Jr. thinks they’ll win more than 50 this season. Nobody can accuse the man of managing expectations. Porter made the prediction during an interview shared by Fullcourtpass, explaining why he believes his partnership with newly acquired Julius Randle can work.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 16

Brooklyn Nets Must Take Advantage of Preseason Opportunity

The Brooklyn Nets are nearly set for another season, and their preseason could give a glimpse into how the year will go. The Nets have been sitting through a long offseason, making changes to try to get back to the postseason for the first time since 2023.

Julius Randle News / Yardbarker / September 14

The Nets might have the most erratic trade candidate next season

This intriguing potential trade candidate could land the Nets a substantial return...or not much at all.

The 'NBA's Most Improved Players' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / September 14

NBA 2K27 reveals special treat for Nets fans

NBA2K27 is chock-full of goodies for fans of all 30 NBA teams. From MyCAREER to MyTEAM to My NBA, there isn't a shortage of features and in-depth game modes. For Nets fans, a first look at rookie Mikel Brown Jr.

Grant Nelson News / Hoops Rumors / September 4

Nets To Sign Grant Nelson To Two-Way Contract

Free agent forward Grant Nelson has reached an agreement to sign a two-way contract with the Nets, agent Max Wiepking tells Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).