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Mikel Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 6

Nets expect rookie Mikel Brown Jr. to play in preseason after missing time with ankle injury

Brooklyn Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. is nearing a return from an ankle injury that has held him out for the start of training camp. The No. 6 pick won’t play in Brooklyn’s preseason opener on Tuesday against the Charlotte Hornets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / October 6

Michael Porter Jr. Nearly Went To Jail As Weed Was Found In His Backpack; Police Suggested Bribing His Way Out

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. has become one of the more controversial figures in the basketball world, and it turns out he nearly got himself arrested a couple of years back, too.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 5

Jordi Fernandez Shouldn't Hesitate to Make Bold Decisions with Nets' Starting Five

The Brooklyn Nets could have some interesting lineup decisions ahead as preseason action tips off. The Nets are just a day away from the start of preseason basketball, set to begin their journey with an exhibition matchup against the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.

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Sean Marks News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 5

Brooklyn Nets GM Sean Marks on Positional Size: 'It's Certainly a Factor'

When looking up and down the Brooklyn Nets roster, you'll hardly find a guy who's listed under 6-foot-5. That hasn't always been the case, as the Nets have rostered many electrifying guards who were listed well below that size and oftentimes made them the focal point of the offense.

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Jordi Fernandez News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5

Why Nets free agent signing could be in line for big year under Jordi Fernandez

Keon Ellis pointed to one deciding factor in his decision to join the Brooklyn Nets: Jordi Fernandez. The Nets free-agent signing spent his first two NBA seasons alongside Fernandez in Sacramento.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5

How Julius Randle knows Egor Demin, Mikel Brown Jr. are ready for Nets challenge

Julius Randle quickly learned he’s “dealing with kids” in Egor Demin and Mikel Brown Jr. following his trade to the Brooklyn Nets. That doesn’t mean the pair of Nets lottery picks aren’t up for the arduous task ahead of them.

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WNBA playoffs: Arike Ogunbowale saves Wings' season, Dream win big

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 3

Nets GM Sean Marks Discusses What He Wants to See From Michael Porter Jr. This Season

Michael Porter Jr. faces an uncertain future with the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets hope last season was just an appetizer of what Porter could ultimately bring to the franchise, as he averaged nearly 25 points per game on efficient shooting splits.

Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 3

How Many Wins are Needed for Jordi Fernandez's Coach of the Year Case?

The Brooklyn Nets are ready to shock the NBA world, and doing so could lead to some hardware for their head coach. Going into next season, the Nets don’t exactly have high expectations around the league.

Keon Ellis News / NetsDaily / October 3

Keon Ellis is already looking like Jordi Fernández’s kind of player

Keon Ellis is one week into his first Nets training camp, and Jordi Fernández is already seeing what he expected. “He’s got the best hands in the NBA, and that’s hard to teach,” Jordi Fernández said at Friday’s practice.

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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 / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 2

Brooklyn Nets Could Send Message During Preseason Action

The Brooklyn Nets are set for a new season with a new look, and they can send a message with a strong preseason. Over the next few weeks, teams around the league will be tipping off preseason action and going through training camp as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 2

Nets' Egor Demin Wants Brooklyn Nets Teammates to be 'Actual Friends'

Egor Demin is entering his second season with the Brooklyn Nets and looks noticeably a bit more muscular. Demin showed he has everything it takes to take that next leap in his game during Summer League, getting downhill and using his size with more conviction.

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Jordi Fernandez News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 1

'Leader of Our Family': Nets Big Man Dishes on What Makes Jordi Fernandez Special

The Brooklyn Nets are set for another season, and their leader on the sidelines will be a big piece of their success. Going into his third season in Brooklyn, Jordi Fernandez has already established himself as an up-and-coming head coach in the league.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 1

Nets' Michael Porter Jr. Expects More Wide-Open Shots with Julius Randle in the Fold

The Brooklyn Nets are hoping to shock the world this season. If they do indeed accomplish that, it'll likely be because Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle developed quick enough chemistry.

Julius Randle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Julius Randle’s true feelings on Knicks’ NBA title come with bold Nets plan

Julius Randle lifted the New York Knicks out of the NBA’s basement, only to watch them win their first championship in decades after trading him. That same summer, Randle returned to the Big Apple as a member of the crosstown rival Brooklyn Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / October 1

'Nets Fest' this Sunday will feature appearances by NJ Nets greats

It took 14 seasons in the borough of Brooklyn to honor and acknowledge the Nets history prior to the move, but better late than never. The Nets will

Julius Randle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Why Nets’ Julius Randle is ‘at peace’ being back in NYC after Timberwolves trade

Two and a half years removed from his New York Knicks tenure, Julius Randle is back in the Big Apple, this time as the leader of a young Brooklyn Nets squad.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / October 1

Michael Porter Jr. Reveals Key To Securing Long-Term Contract With Nets

The Brooklyn Nets made some interesting changes to their roster over the summer, with Julius Randle‘s addition next to Michael Porter Jr. in the frontcourt emerging as the most significant move.

Nolan Traore News / Hoops Wire / September 30

Nolan Traore showed up to Nets camp bigger. Literally.

Nolan Traore showed up for Nets training camp looking different. That’s because he is. The young Brooklyn guard has grown roughly an inch and added about 10 pounds since last season, an encouraging development for one of the youngest players on the roster, according to Brian Lewis of the New York Post.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Nets Insider / September 29

Michael Porter Jr. doubles down on absurd prediction for upcoming season

Leave it up to Michael Porter Jr. to make headlines. Earlier in the off-season, the Nets shooting forward raised a lot of eyebrows with his comments that the team would win 50 games.

Brooklyn Nets News / The Lead / September 25

Brooklyn Nets Must Try Three Starting Lineups in 2026-27

While there are many adjustments to make throughout the year, Brooklyn also has to solve its shooting troubles after tying for last in 3-point percentage (34%) last season.

Keon Johnson News / Hoops Wire / September 24

Keon Johnson, 11 others waived in flurry of NBA roster moves

Keon Johnson’s latest stay on an NBA roster lasted about one day. He also had plenty of company on the waiver wire. The Hawks waived Johnson on Thursday after signing him Wednesday, according to the NBA’s official transaction log.