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New Jersey governor pushing for Nets return

Brooklyn Nets fans probably don’t need to panic. But yes, there’s officially chatter again about the possibility of the franchise returning to New Jersey.

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A far-to-early look at who Nets might covet this summer?

The NBA Draft is still a month away and the Brooklyn Nets participating in two — count ’em — two summer leagues a week after that, it’s easy to forget that NBA free agency is sandwiched in between them.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 23

Why the Brooklyn Nets Need to Start Embracing Their New Jersey Roots More

It's been nearly a decade and a half since the Brooklyn Nets moved out of New Jersey. The organization has completely revamped its vibe since switching states, ditching the red, white and blue look for a very basic black and white colorway.

Brooklyn Nets News / Total Apex Sports / May 22

Brooklyn Nets Could Be Eyeing a Return To Old Stomping Grounds

For a certain generation of basketball fans, the word “Nets” still sounds incomplete without “New Jersey” attached to it. Jason Kidd running the break.

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The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

How many of the players to score 35 points, dish out five assists and haul in five rebounds in a Conference Final game at least once can you name in six minutes?

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Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 22

The Mutual Benefits of a Michael Porter Jr. Trade From the Brooklyn Nets

From an individual perspective, it's safe to say that year one of the Michael Porter Jr. experiment was a success for the Brooklyn Nets. They got great value out of former NBA champion, acquiring him from the Denver Nuggets for Cam Johnson and a 2032 first-round pick.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / May 22

Report reveals if Brooklyn Nets are eyeing a return to New Jersey

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill teased during a recent conversation to mark her first 100 days in office that the Brooklyn Nets could soon make a surprising return to playing home games in New Jersey. It remains unclear if Sherrill was being serious or simply having some fun in that moment.

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Brooklyn Nets News / EssentiallySports / May 22

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill Wants Brooklyn Nets Back From Brooklyn, NBA Responds

The New Jersey Nets relocated to Brooklyn in 2012. They wanted to tap into a much larger and more lucrative market. Their motive was to enter into a brand-new mass-transit-accessible arena.

Domantas Sabonis News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 21

Should the Brooklyn Nets Make a Play for Domantas Sabonis?

The Brooklyn Nets could have big moves on the horizon this offseason despite some uncertainty surrounding the team. The Nets are also firmly in talent acquisition mode, as the organization hopes to move back into playoff contention with no incentive to tank next season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 21

Brooklyn Nets Projected to Land Trio of Talented Guards in Latest NBA Mock Draft

The Brooklyn Nets attacked the guard position heavily in last year's draft, picking four guards in the first round. And one major sports media outlet has them adding even more depth to that room soon.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 20

What One NBA Draft Prospect Could Bring to the Nets Amid Rumored Interest

As much as having the highest pick in the NBA Draft technically means more choices among the pool of players, the true complications come as the order moves along.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 20

Brooklyn Nets Have Eyes on two Front Court Prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft

The Brooklyn Nets are reportedly interested in Nate Ament and Aday Mara for their first-round selection in the 2026 NBA Draft. They currently hold the No.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 20

Nets rumors: Why No. 6 pick viewed as ‘wild card’ around NBA as trade buzz gets louder

The Brooklyn Nets have no shortage of options with the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. ESPN draft analyst Jeremy Woo projected the Nets to select Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 20

Should the Brooklyn Nets Bring Jason Kidd Back into the Organization?

The Dallas Mavericks and head coach Jason Kidd have mutually parted ways, according to the team. Kidd had considerable success in his five years coaching the team, helping the Mavericks get to the NBA Finals in 2024.

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NBA News / NetsDaily / May 19

Nets Assistant Steve Hetzel, Jared Dudley draw Blazers’ interest

The New Orleans Pelicans hiring team did its best Reggie Evans impersonation this week, scooping up Jamahl Mosley in a ferocious flash. The Orlando Magic fired him as their head coach on May 4, and the Pels signed him as their own two weeks later.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 19

What is Making the Nets an Undesirable Trade Destination?

The Athletic released its yearly NBA player poll results on Monday, and a certain category may not bode well for the Brooklyn Nets. One of the polls was on the one team that players don't want to be traded to.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 19

Two NBA Draft Reaches for the Brooklyn Nets at No. 6

The pressure is on the Brooklyn Nets to hit on their 2026 NBA Draft pick after dropping to No. 6 overall. Going into the lottery, the Nets were tied for the best odds at No.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19

Nets’ 2026 NBA Draft target with most star upside at No. 6

The Brooklyn Nets need a young star to revitalize their franchise. While falling to the No. 6 pick at last week’s draft lottery complicated their search, they can still land a franchise-altering player in June’s draft.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 19

Realistic Brooklyn Nets Trade Chips That Could Be Moved This Offseason

The Brooklyn Nets are facing a pivotal offseason over the next few months. Coming off a third-straight season missing the Play-In Tournament and a second-straight sub-30 win campaign, the pressure is on for the organization to start winning games.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / May 18

Brooklyn Nets named among top ‘No Trade’ teams in latest player poll

As The Athletic continues to roll out data from its annual anonymous player poll, the Brooklyn Nets continue to make waves in it — sized somewhere between tidal and ripple.

Brooklyn Nets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18

Michigan champion Aday Mara is being linked to 1 NBA lottery team

Aday Mara might be able to stay on the East Coast as he makes the leap to the NBA. The former Michigan center Mara has been linked to the Brooklyn Nets by “multiple league sources,” Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo!

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 18

The Cavaliers' Eastern Conference Finals Trip Directly Impacts the Nets

Brooklyn Nets fans were watching Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a variety of emotions. The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons to make their first Conference Finals appearance since the final year of the second LeBron James stint in 2018.