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Why the Brooklyn Nets Traded for Haywood Highsmith

The Brooklyn Nets surprisingly made headlines on Friday when they struck a deal with the Miami Heat for Haywood Highsmith. The move came as a surprise for multiple reasons, including but not limited to the Nets' timeline and ongoing contract dispute with Cam Thomas.

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Breaking Down the Brooklyn Nets 2025-26 Schedule

Yesterday marked schedule releases for teams across the NBA and certain things pop out immediately looking at the Brooklyn Nets' schedule. Low expectations mean there is nothing to lose for Nets' players, which could lead to a handful of gritty upset wins.

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The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 20 point-per-game NBA seasons leaders' quiz

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

Haywood Highsmith News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Miami Heat trade away former NBA Finals piece

The Miami Heat have officially ended their “Locksmith” era.

Athletes who were stars for their hometown pro teams

The 'Active NBA 10,000-point club members' quiz

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The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 15

Bleacher Report Predicts Nets Will Win Fewer Games in 2025-26 Than Last Season

This summer, the Brooklyn Nets set a new record for the most draft picks made by a single franchise in NBA history. After months of speculation, they finally traded Cam Johnson, reuniting Michael Porter Jr.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 15

Heat get financial breathing room, trade wing to Nets

It’s a financially motivated deal for the Heat, who will move under the luxury tax line as a result of the move.

NBA scout serves harsh dose of reality to Heat

The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

Killian Hayes News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 15

Killian Hayes Eyes NBA Return — But Don’t Expect the Brooklyn Nets to Bite

Killian Hayes is looking for another opportunity in the NBA. Last season, Hayes got a shot with the Brooklyn Nets in late February after spending much of the 2024-25 campaign with the franchise's G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets.

Danny Wolf News / NetsDaily / August 15

Danny Wolf to push the envelope for Brooklyn Nets

Danny Wolf is a bit different from the Nets other picks in the 2025 Draft. The Yale and Michigan product is the oldest of the five first rounders at 21.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 15

5 must-watch Nets games on 2025-26 schedule

The Brooklyn Nets revealed their 2025-26 schedule on Thursday. Following a historic draft and several offseason trades, the team enters year two of its rebuild with a revamped roster.

Killian Hayes News / Fadeaway World / August 15

4 Potential Killian Hayes Landing Spots As Guard Eyes NBA Comeback

Former Detroit Pistons and Brooklyn Nets guard Killian Hayes has reportedly garnered a lot of interest from teams in the EuroLeague. As a 6'5" guard with playmaking ability, it is evident why teams would want to acquire him.

Egor Demin News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 15

Rookie Egor Demin Calls Playing for the Nets a ‘Dream Come True’

As Brooklyn Nets rookie guard Egor Demin prepares for his first NBA season, he'll have some pressure on his shoulders as the first draft pick of the team’s rebuilding phase.

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The 'Season rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

The '2023 NFL AP second-team All-Pro' quiz

The 'American League WAR leaders' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / August 15

Former NBA Player Compares Michael Porter Jr. To Kanye West Amid Controversial Takes

Michael Porter Jr's recent comments on women, gambling in the NBA, and the education system have gathered significant attention this summer. Following

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 14

Nets Tied for Least Number of National TV Games This NBA Season

The Brooklyn Nets aren't expected to be competitive in the 2025-26 NBA season. After drafting five first-round picks, the Nets are more focused on the long-term future than winning now.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 14

'Feeling a Little Better Now': Nets Michael Porter Jr. Eyes Fresh Start, Bigger Role

When the Brooklyn Nets traded Cameron Johnson, their most consistent player over the past two seasons, for Michael Porter Jr., it was likely with the expectation that he would make another leap as he enters the next phase of his career.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / August 14

Deadlines and Commitments – Schedule’s out edition

The Brooklyn Nets schedule is out, but there’s a lot more coming up in the next couple of months, whether it’s Cam Thomas free agency or the next “Curious Mike” vlog.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 14

Brooklyn Nets Rookie Point Guards get Face Scanned for NBA 2K26

NBA 2K has become synonymous with the NBA journey. A majority of NBA players grow up playing the video game and getting put in the game themselves is a surreal experience.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / August 14

SCHEDULE RELASE: Brooklyn Nets open on October 22 at Charlotte Hornets

The Brooklyn Nets played on national television — not including NBA TV — just once last season, a loss to the New York Knicks as Mikal Bridges made his unceremonious return to Barclays Center.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 14

Drew Timme and Keon Johnson Named Potential Brooklyn Nets Cut Candidates

The Brooklyn Nets' busy 2025 offseason could lead to the franchise being forced to make some difficult decisions regarding its final roster. Brooklyn currently rosters 20 players, one less than the max a single team can bring into training camp.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 14

No, the Nets Aren't Trading Michael Porter Jr. Anytime Soon

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors have been resurrected after a quiet month and a half, which means the Brooklyn Nets are consistently being mocked as one of the Greek Freak's top destinations.

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14

Nets’ Egor Demin reacts to NBA executives labeling him biggest reach of draft

The Brooklyn Nets’ selection of Egor Demin with the No. 8 pick in June’s draft drew widespread skepticism. After the team endured a flurry of criticism on draft night, an ESPN poll of 20 NBA executives and scouts labeled Demin the biggest reach of the draft.

LeBron James News / HITC / August 14

Ex-Brooklyn Nets star reveals LeBron James story that highlights his true character

One former Brooklyn Nets player has shared a story about LeBron James that gave him a clearer picture of the man behind the public image. King James has been at the centre of NBA debates for years.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / August 13

Michael Porter Jr. warns NBA players about dangers of sports betting, stat manipulation

Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. is warning fellow NBA players about the dangers of manipulating stats to help friends win sports bets. Speaking on the “One Night with Steiny” podcast, Porter addressed the growing controversy over prop bet manipulation in the NBA and other pro sports.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 13

4 Brooklyn Nets players in danger of losing roster spots for 2025-26 season

With the NBA offseason winding down, training camp is right around the corner. Following a busy offseason, the Brooklyn Nets will sport a revamped roster when they open practice at HSS Training Center.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / August 13

'Searching For an Annual Salary Starting at $30 Million' – Brooklyn Nets’ Free Agent Guard Compares Himself to Other NBA Stars

Cam Thomas is one of the few players who remain unsigned in the free agency market. The Brooklyn Nets don’t see a future in the star guard. Thomas, on the other hand, believes he can be a star and deserves a bigger payday this summer.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13

Michael Porter Jr. speaks out on NBA players getting tempted by sports betting

Michael Porter Jr. has spoken up about NBA players facing a sports betting landscape that has only gotten worse.

The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

The 'Second-most three-pointers by NBA franchise' quiz

Cameron Thomas News / Hoops Rumors / August 10

Nets not making aggressive offers to RFA Cam Thomas

The Brooklyn Nets have not made an aggressive effort to sign restricted free agent Cam Thomas on a long-term deal, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reports.