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Nets 3-1 preseason record masking team's clear deficiencies

Bill Parcells once said, "you are what your record says you are." So while the Brooklyn Nets won three out of four during the preseason, a Maddenism comes

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Why 2026-27 Will be Biggest Test of Michael Porter Jr.'s Career

Brooklyn is hoping to be a surprise team this season, and its leading scorer from a season ago will be tasked with his biggest test as a pro. Over the past few seasons, the Nets have been among the worst teams in the entire league.

Mikel Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. shows growth in key area during impressive NBA debut

Brooklyn Nets fans got the moment they’ve been waiting for on Wednesday. After missing Brooklyn’s first three preseason games with an ankle injury, No.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Michael Porter Jr. calls out Nets fans for getting taken over by opposing fans at home games

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. started in the NBA as a reticent prospect. But over the years, he has learned to find his voice. He has become unafraid to speak his truth, even if he might ruffle some feathers.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 15

Nets Coach Jordi Fernandez Likens Julius Randle's Game to Three-Time MVP

Julius Randle seems to have found new life with the Brooklyn Nets after an odd stint with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Randle set the tone in Brooklyn's most recent preseason win, finishing with 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting, nine assists and four rebounds.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Noah Clowney News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Nets’ Noah Clowney not concerned about contract situation entering final year of rookie deal

Noah Clowney is among the Brooklyn Nets players with the most at stake this season. The 2023 first-round pick is entering the final year of his rookie contract and hasn’t received an extension.

Mikel Brown News / NetsDaily / October 14

Mikel Brown Jr. makes a strong debut, but Nets fall to Heat 144-128 in preseason finale

The Miami Heat just hosted the Brooklyn Nets for a final dress rehearsal before the 2026-27 season. For Mikel Brown Jr., it was also his first. After sitting out his team’s first three preseason contests with a rolled ankle, MBJ played his first non-Summer League NBA minutes tonight.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 14

Brooklyn Nets Shouldn't Get Caught up in Results This Season

Another season is almost here in Brooklyn, but the Nets shouldn’t put all of their focus on their results. Over the next few months, the Nets will be looking to get back into the postseason for the first time since 2023.

Noah Clowney News / NetsDaily / October 14

Noah Clowney facing moment of truth

A couple of days ago, Hoopshype, perhaps tongue in cheek, perhaps not, posted a ranking of MVP candidates for the preseason… Hugo Gonzalez (the bete noir of those afflicted with Marks Derangement Syndrome) was listed at the top of the list despite only playing two games for the Celtics.

NBA News / NetsDaily / October 14

NBA Preseason Discussion: Brooklyn Nets at Miami Heat, 7:30 PM ET

Get ready folks: Mikel Brown Jr. will make his Brooklyn Nets preseason debut against the Heat on Wednesday. The No. 6 pick in the 2026 Draft has missed most of contact drills in training camp and the first three games of preseason due to a rolled ankle.

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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.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Hoops Wire / October 14

Michael Porter Jr. says opposing fans take over Nets’ home games

Michael Porter Jr. would like a little more home-court advantage in Brooklyn. Some nights, he says, the Nets aren’t getting much of one. Porter pointed to a recent preseason matchup with Philadelphia as an example of visiting fans making themselves comfortable in the Nets’ building.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 14

Did Timberwolves Coach Chris Finch Throw Shade at Nets' Julius Randle?

Julius Randle has gotten off to an incredible start with the Brooklyn Nets during the preseason, making a clear impression on Nets coach Jordi Fernandez.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Former Nets first-round pick could emerge as building block during sophomore campaign

Several pressing questions surround the Brooklyn Nets as they enter the 2026-27 campaign. Near the top of that list: Will any of the team’s five 2025 first-round picks become a future building block alongside Egor Demin?

Nolan Traore News / NetsDaily / October 13

Nolan Traore makes his name known in year two

For the second straight year, Nolan Traore will be the youngest player on the youngest team in the NBA, a 20-year-old on a team whose average age is, again, a little more than 24.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 13

NetsDaily Reacts: What Are Your Thoughts on Brooklyn’s Classic Edition Jerseys?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Nets fans and fans across the country.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13

Nets’ Jordi Fernandez projects Julius Randle to make career-best improvement in key area

Julius Randle has proven he’s one of the NBA’s more efficient scorers over the last six seasons. However, Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez expects the three-time All-Star to have a career year in another area in 2026-27.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 13

Nets Big Man Could be Among NBA's Most Underrated Additions

The Brooklyn Nets made an under-the-radar move in the offseason, and it could pay off soon. After the Nets won only 20 games a season ago, the team became one of the most interesting over the summer.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Draft on SI / October 13

Nets' Rookie Mikel Brown Jr. Dishes on his Off-Court Pastime

The Brooklyn Nets have acquired a significant amount of young talent over the past few drafts. After selecting five players in the first round of the 2025 class, the Nets landed the No.

Julius Randle News / Hoops Wire / October 13

Julius Randle feels wanted by Nets, says he’s not there to lose

Going from a contender in Minnesota to a rebuilding team in Brooklyn might not sound like much of a reward. Julius Randle sees it differently. The veteran forward said he’s happy to be back in New York and, more than anything, happy to feel wanted.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 12

Takeaways: Nets’ offense shines again in 131-122 preseason win over Wizards

It’s only the preseason, but heading into Monday night, the Brooklyn Nets have given fans plenty to be encouraged by. They opened with a dominant 124-90 win over the Charlotte Hornets before taking down a star-studded Philadelphia 76ers team, 114-108, on Thursday.

Brooklyn Nets News / The Lead / October 6

Brooklyn Nets 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview

The Brooklyn Nets will go into the 2026-2027 season with higher expectations than last season. Brooklyn was not expected to be good in 2025-2026. With a fairly young team and no real star, the Nets were clearly rebuilding.

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

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.