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Nets Offseason Grade Doesn't Paint Accurate Picture of Their Future

ESPN's Zach Kram handed the Brooklyn Nets a B- for their 2026 offseason, arguing the team improved in the short term without doing much to clarify its long-term outlook.

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Nets’ Julius Randle reveals why he’s excited to mentor top draft pick Mikel Brown Jr.

Mikel Brown Jr. spoke with numerous people after becoming the Brooklyn Nets’ highest draft selection since their move from New Jersey. Among the first was three-time All-Star Julius Randle, whom the Nets acquired from the Minnesota Timberwolves days prior.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Michael Porter Jr.’s agent breaks silence on Nets contract negotiations as trade speculation swirls

Michael Porter Jr.’s future with the Brooklyn Nets is in question as he enters the final year of his contract. Following a career-best season, Porter will enter extension talks with the Nets in the coming weeks.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 22

Three Nets Questions Entering the Late Stages of the NBA Offseason

Most of the biggest moves from this NBA offseason are behind us, with the exception of a few free agents (LeBron James being the big fish everyone is waiting on).

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The 'Youngest 35-point NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 35 points in a game before turning 20 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most NBA 3-pointers all-time' quiz

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

The '2025 NBA double-double leader by team' quiz

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Nets’ Egor Demin earns All-Summer League honors following breakout performance

Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin is receiving praise for his performance at the 2026 NBA Summer League. He’s also receiving accolades. Demin was named second-team All-Summer League on Tuesday, alongside Cedric Coward, Liam McNeeley, Zyon Pullin and Khaman Maluach.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Mikel Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Nets’ Mikel Brown Jr. gets real on draft nitpicks he defied in Summer League

LAS VEGAS — The Brooklyn Nets have made seven first-round selections in the last two NBA Drafts. Two of those players, Egor Dëmin and Mikel Brown Jr., project as the team’s long-term starting backcourt.

Egor Demin News / NetsDaily / July 22

Egor Demin apologies mount as Nets guard named to All-Summer League team

Ricky O’Donnell of SB Nation thinks maybe it’s time for an Egor Demin apology form. Sam Vecenie of The Athletic doesn’t go that far … just says Demin was the best second year player in Las Vegas.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 21

Areas Where Nets' Egor Dëmin Showed Growth During Summer League

Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Dëmin was named to the 2026 NBA All-Summer League Second Team after showing considerable signs of growth. He looked a lot more comfortable attacking the paint and finishing at the rim, areas in which he struggled considerably during his rookie season.

Julius Randle News / NetsDaily / July 21

Nets Reacts: How would you grade the Nets’ swap for Julius Randle & No. 28 pick?

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 / Yardbarker

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.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 21

Should Brooklyn Nets Wait Until 2027 to Make Michael Porter Jr. Decision?

The Brooklyn Nets’ offseason still has one key decision remaining, but it may make sense to delay it until 2027. Throughout this offseason, the Nets have turned into a different-looking squad in some key areas.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 21

Nets' Egor Dёmin Named to 2026 NBA All-Summer League Second Team

Most of the hype regarding this year's NBA Summer League went toward the rookies, but plenty of second-year players showed out with some monster performances.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 21

Nets' Egor Dëmin Set for the Vagaries of his Sophomore Season

NBA players entering their second season face plenty of pressure. The terms 'slump' and 'breakout' are often thrown around at leisure. The overreactions coinciding with the sophomore season in the league are already rolling in for the Brooklyn Nets' 2025 draft class.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / July 21

Jalen Wilson to Hawks, Ziaire Williams with Lakers as Tyson Etienne, Trevon Scott go overseas

Over the past few days, several players from the Brooklyn Nets’ 2025-26 squad have found new homes, specifically forwards Jalen Wilson, Ziaire Williams, two-way guard Tyson Etienne, and Trevon Scott, a forward who had two 10-day contracts with the team to close out the year.

Julius Randle News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 21

Nets' Julius Randle Catches Odd Stray from Hall of Famer

Julius Randle has made a solid name for himself, largely due to his time with the New York Knicks. At first, many Knicks fans weren't sold on parting with Randle to land Karl-Anthony Towns in a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, but it's safe to say the Knicks made the smart move.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 20

Hawks sign former Nets draft pick to two-way deal

The Atlanta Hawks continued a busy offseason by bringing in a former Brooklyn Nets draft pick. Jalen Wilson signed a two-way deal with the Hawks on Monday, according to Hoopshype’s Michael Scotto.

Jalen Wilson News / Hoops Rumors / July 20

Hawks, Jalen Wilson Agree To Two-Way Contract

The Hawks are signing free agent forward Jalen Wilson to a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Wilson earned numerous accolades during his time at Kansas.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 20

Nets' Star Already Top Trade Target Entering 2026-27 NBA Season

The 'dead period' of the NBA offseason is technically here, although there's nothing dead about what's going on in the market right now. As the world awaits LeBron James' free agency, trade rumors have continued to persist around a few high-profile names, one of whom is Brooklyn Nets star Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 20

Nets Should Go All in on All-NBA Center as Free Agency Negotiations Continue

This NBA offseason, so many teams in the Eastern Conference have made major improvements. Whether it be the chase for a championship or an attempt to improve amid the draft lottery reform to eliminate tanking, so many organization have taken strides in becoming competitive in 2026-27.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / July 20

NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 14

Yeah, we’re a little late but there’s a lot to ponder. The end of the Brooklyn Nets two summer leagues, coinciding with the start of free agency, seems like a good time to assess things.

Nic Claxton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 20

Nets’ Nic Claxton trade provides prime ‘opportunity’ for potential breakout center

Day’Ron Sharpe has been patiently awaiting his opportunity to play a larger role for the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets’ three-team trade sending Nic Claxton to the Chicago Bulls and acquiring Julius Randle will give Sharpe that chance.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 20

Dion Brown Stakes Final Claim at Nets Two-Way Contract

The Brooklyn Nets, entering their final NBA Summer League game, were still evaluating their final open two-way contract. Undrafted free agent Dion Brown delivered one of his strongest all-around performances of the summer to stake his claim.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 19

Four second-year players to watch in 2026 NBA season

Let’s examine four NBA sophomores with questions to answer in Year 2.

Jalen Brunson shares warning for Knicks about trying to repeat as NBA champions

LeBron James is holding the entire NBA hostage again

It’s NBA salary cap circumvention … but not as we know it.

The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

Michael Porter Jr. News / Hoops Rumors / July 18

Nets, Michael Porter Jr. To Begin Extension Talks Soon?

Speaking to reporters last week, Nets general manager Sean Marks suggested the team wasn’t in a rush to reach an extension with forward Michael Porter Jr., who’s entering the final year of his contract.

Michael Porter Jr. News / AirJordanChronicles / July 18

'Potentially parting ways': Chris Haynes weighs in on Michael Porter Jr.’s future with the Nets

Michael Porter Jr.’s fate with the Brooklyn Nets could be decided as soon as the end of the Summer League. The Shooting Forward is eligible for a contract extension, but according to Chris Haynes, Porter could end up outside Brooklyn in the near future.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Major update emerges on Michael Porter Jr.'s future

Michael Porter Jr. may end up as a one-season wonder in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Nets are likely to trade away Porter if they cannot agree to a contract extension before the season, Brian Lewis of The New York Post reported on Thursday.