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Victor Wembanyama praises potential Olympic teammate Nolan Traore amid encouraging start with Nets

Nolan Traore is finding his footing with the Brooklyn Nets. The 19-year-old rookie has impressed with his poise as the team’s lead ball-handler after earning a starting role.

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Would Nets ever return to New Jersey, Long Island for preseason games?

WikiCommons The Nets have called the borough of Brooklyn home for 14-years now. The former home of the Nets, IZOD Center closed it's doors in March of 2015. So would the Nets return to their New Jersey stomping grounds? How about Nassau Coliseum in Long Island where the Nets went to two ABA titles and clinched a berth in a third?

NBA News / NetsDaily / March 1

Brooklyn Nets can’t get past Cleveland Cavaliers, lose 106-102

Kenny Atkinson promised pregame that the Brooklyn Nets would one day “break through.” “You’re just waiting for that, like ‘When is that gonna happen?’ And you look at it like, ‘Man, is it ever going to happen?’ I’m sure Jordi is going, ‘Man, everyone is saying it’ll happen,’” he said.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 1

Three Takeaways From the Nets' Tight Loss to the Cavaliers

The Brooklyn Nets (15-45) returned to the Barclays Center on Sunday afternoon for a matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers (38-24). The losing streak was sitting at seven games when Sunday's game tipped off, and the Nets would look to end the streak without Egor Demin (foot) and Nic Claxton (thumb).

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

The 'NBA rookie 3-point leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

NBA News / NetsDaily / March 1

LIVE DISCUSSION: Cleveland Cavaliers at Brooklyn Nets, 3:30 PM ET

Look at the cover photo and realize how quickly life comes at you. Kenny Atkinson coaching James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Jarrett Allen for one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 1

The Brooklyn Nets' March Schedule Bodes Well for Lottery Race

The Brooklyn Nets currently sit at 15-44 on the season after a 2-9 February stretch. They made up ground in the draft lottery race, moving into the bottom three of the NBA standings, meaning they now have equal odds at the No.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 1

Several Things to Watch for in Brooklyn Nets vs. Cavaliers

The Brooklyn Nets will face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers for the final time this season. Brooklyn has dropped its first two games to Cleveland. The Nets have dropped seven straight games, with their latest coming to the Boston Celtics in a 148-111 blowout loss.

Drake Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Nets send rookie first-round pick down to G League amid extended shooting slump

The Brooklyn Nets sent rookie first-round pick Drake Powell down to the G League on Friday amid an extended shooting slump. Powell, the No. 19 pick in the 2025 draft, had been a bright spot for Brooklyn for extended stretches earlier this season.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Nets’ Egor Demin ruled out, Nic Claxton questionable for Cavs matchup

The Brooklyn Nets will be shorthanded as they attempt to snap a seven-game losing streak on Sunday vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers. Egor Demin was ruled out for the matchup due to left plantar fascia injury management.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 28

Report: Nets Considered 'Credible Destination' for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounpo's name has been mentioned in trade rumors for what feels like an eternity now. The Brooklyn Nets are one of several teams linked to the two-time MVP, as they have the assets to get a deal done.

Josh Minott News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Nets trade acquisition turns heads against former team during debut

Josh Minott played extended minutes with the Brooklyn Nets for the first time on Friday. While the Nets were thoroughly embarrassed during a 148-111 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics, Minott turned heads with his play against his former team.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Cam Thomas News / Total Apex Sports / February 28

Cam Thomas Unloads On Brooklyn Nets In Recent Interview On His Departure

Cam Thomas didn’t hold back in a recent interview about his time with the Brooklyn Nets. Following his release from the Brooklyn Nets at the NBA trade deadline, the prolific scorer has not minced words, offering a raw and revealing look into his frustrating tenure with the team.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 28

Nets' Defense Gives Out in Road Loss to Celtics

No one expected the Brooklyn Nets to take down the Boston Celtics on Friday night; the two are in polar opposite directions at 15-44 and 39-20. But then again, they secured a victory at TD Garden on Nov.

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The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

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Ben Saraf News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 28

G League Check-in: How Ben Saraf is Faring in Long Island

The 2025 NBA Draft was headlined by the Brooklyn Nets selecting five players in the first round. Towards the back end at pick No. 26, they dipped into the international pool of prospects by selecting 19-year-old Ben Saraf.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / February 28

'They Don’t Believe in Nobody' – Brooklyn Nets Outcast Goes Scorched Earth on His Former Team Weeks After Unceremonious Exit

Milwaukee Bucks guard Cam Thomas recently opened up on his ugly divorce with the Brooklyn Nets, who waived him during the trade deadline after their contract negotiations fell through last offseason.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 27

Three Takeaways From the Nets' Blowout Loss to the Celtics

The Brooklyn Nets (15-44) hit the road for a tough matchup at TD Garden against the Boston Celtics (39-20). Losers of six games in a row, the Nets were looking to pick up their first win in over two weeks.

NBA News / NetsDaily / February 27

Brooklyn Nets get shot apart by Boston Celtics, lose 148-111

When the Brooklyn Nets first played the Boston Celtics this season, I wrote about how both teams were at or near the same competitive skill level. After all, it was way back in late November and Boston was a mediocre 7-7.

NBA News / NetsDaily / February 27

LIVE DISCUSSION: Brooklyn Nets at Boston Celtics, 7:30 PM ET

The Nets have now lost six straight games after a 16-point loss vs. San Antonio Spurs. Given the circumstances — 15-43 record, second night of back-to-back, and a tough opponent in Boston — it’s hard for any Nets fan to feel confident heading into this one.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 27

Rookie Success Among Things to Watch for in Nets vs. Celtics

The Brooklyn Nets will face off against the Boston Celtics for the final time this season. Boston has won two of its first three matches against Brooklyn, but the Nets didn't go down without a fight in their latest matchup, as it took two overtimes for the Celtics to emerge with the 130-126 victory.