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Ben Saraf’s Professional Pedigree Sets Him Apart in Nets Rookie Class

Nets fans are probably tired of hearing the word "rebuild" at this point in the offseason, but some patience will likely be required before this team turns the corner.

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Presence matters. When you’re present in someone’s lives, you have a chance to be a force for good. By being present, you can provide support, guide someone through troubled waters, and be a source of consistency in an inconsistent time.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 26

Is the Brooklyn Nets' Guard Room Too Crowded?

The Brooklyn Nets are in a unique situation compared to most NBA teams that are rebuilding. While the Nets are still early in their rebuild, they already have a plethora of talent to look forward to.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 26

What if Cam Thomas is who he thinks he is?

Cam Thomas believes he’s a star. And there’s no telling him otherwise. Not Sean Marks, other NBA GMs and certainly not Zach Lowe, etc. Not any of the fans or pundits who felt whatever they did about him amid contract negotiations.

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The '2025-26 NBA head coaches' quiz

How many of the 30 NBA head coaches at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Nic Claxton Feels Fully Healthy; Bounce-Back Season Incoming for the Nets Big?

Ahead of the 2024-25 campaign, expectations were high for Brooklyn Nets big man Nic Claxton, fresh off the heels of a four-year, $97 million extension.

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The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Should the Nets Take a Flier on Nick Smith Jr. After Hornets Waive the Young Guard?

When the Brooklyn Nets decided to give former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin a chance to prove himself outside of Atlanta, their backcourt rotation was seemingly set.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Evaluating the Brooklyn Nets 'Specific' Offseason

From the very start of this NBA offseason, the Brooklyn Nets have had a plan. Acquire loads of young talent through the NBA Draft, and bring in some veterans who could be moved at the trade deadline.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 25

Nets land one player on ESPN’s Top 100 NBA player rankings

The Brooklyn Nets have a revamped roster this season following one of the NBA’s busiest summers. ESPN recently released its top 100 player rankings for the 2025-26 campaign, and only one Net made the cut.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 25

Jordi Fernandes provides update on rookies’ health

The Brooklyn Nets hope to field a full roster by Opening Night, still nearly a month away. Haywood Highsmith wasn’t expected to be ready vs. the Charlotte Hornets on October 22, following off-season surgery.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

The Pick-and-Roll Game Will be Unleashed With the Brooklyn Nets

Media day and training camp started earlier this year for the Brooklyn Nets as they prepare for a trip to Macao for two preseason NBA China Games against the Phoenix Suns on Oct.

Drake Powell News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Drake Powell Could Establish Himself Early With the Nets

While Drake Powell wasn't at the top of anyone's draft board this year, many knew how special he could be in, at the very least, a limited role. Heading into the 2025 NBA Draft, scouts were raving about his defense and athleticism, which gave him a relatively high ceiling despite averaging just 7.4 points and 3.4 rebounds at North Carolina.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 25

Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. addresses controversial comments following offseason media tour

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. faced backlash this offseason for several viral comments that many deemed controversial. Among them were his remarks about the WNBA.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Brooklyn Nets Looking for Clear Improvement from Cam Thomas in Contract Year

The Brooklyn Nets don’t have any stars, but they might get some star-level play from a desperate player. This offseason was a rough one for Cam Thomas.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Analysis Network / September 25

Jordi Fernandez on what stood out about Fanbo Zeng in Brooklyn Nets practice already

Brooklyn Nets’ surprising signing is already impressing head coach Jordi Fernandez. The Brooklyn Nets will have a plethora of new faces on the roster for the 2025-26 NBA season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Nets Star Cam Thomas Snubbed on ESPN's Top 100 NBA Players

The excitement for the Brooklyn Nets this season is different from most NBA teams. While many are pushing for the postseason and excited to see their stars perform, the Nets are a different story.

Haywood Highsmith News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 25

Haywood Highsmith Provides Injury Update: What to Expect from Him This Season

As an extremely young team heading into the 2025-2026 NBA season, the Brooklyn Nets will be counting on their few veterans to make some key contributions.

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Nets player who will shock world with breakout 2025-26 season

The Brooklyn Nets are entering the 2025-26 NBA season with an enviable core of young talent. After stockpiling five first-round picks and reshaping the roster in recent years, the franchise finally has a blend of potential stars and rotation-ready prospects.

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / September 24

Nets Arrival Doesn’t Know ‘How Much Longer’ He Wants To Play

Brooklyn Nets fans must feel like they’ve lived many lives in one. After relocating from New Jersey, the franchise has made every effort to win a championship, all for each iteration of their contending squad to fail, at times miserably.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / September 24

'It Was a Good Deal for Me' – Brooklyn Nets’ Cam Thomas Opens Up on Shocking Decision to Sign the Qualifying Offer

Cam Thomas broke his silence on the qualifying offer he signed with the Brooklyn Nets this summer after weeks of speculation. The LSU product admitted that his contract talks with the team were “frustrating,” as he reportedly declined a two-year, $30 million offer.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / September 24

Nets’ Cam Thomas on QO decision: ‘You want to keep the power you have’

xxx Cam Thomas is back with the Nets — at least for now. The high-scoring guard signed his qualifying offer earlier this month, worth just under $6 million, after restricted free agent talks stalled out.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Fadeaway World / September 24

Michael Porter Jr. Cites The Bible To Warn NBA Players About Women Who Can 'Ruin Everything'

Michael Porter Jr. has explored the content creation route with a unique perspective, being an active NBA player and host of a podcast where he’s not afraid to speak his mind.

Brooklyn Nets News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Nets’ GM Delivers Honest Take on Cam Thomas After Failed Extension Talks

It has been a rough last two seasons for the Brooklyn Nets as they have failed to win more than 32 games in each of those two years during their rebuild and they will now look to improve as they enter the 2025-26 campaign.

Killian Hayes News / Hoops Rumors / September 23

Cavaliers agree to contract with former lottery pick

The Cleveland Cavaliers and former lottery pick Killian Hayes have agreed to a contract, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. Details were not disclosed but it’s almost certainly a training camp deal with no certainty of making the opening night roster.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23

Warriors still expected to sign string of veteran talents

With only nine players under contract for next season, the Warriors have some work to do.

Warriors should embrace trading former lottery pick

Why the 2025-26 season will prove Jonathan Kuminga right for wanting to leave Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga's deadline is drawing near

Which NBA teams have the longest current championship droughts?

The 'Kobe Bryant Trophy winners' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / September 21

Nets could have the youngest roster in NBA history

After making history by becoming the first team ever to select five players in the first round of a draft, the Nets will begin the challenge of integrating all those new faces into the program when training camp opens this week, writes Brian Lewis of The New York Post.

Hawks trading former first-round pick to Nets

Nets waive ex-starting G Keon Johnson

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