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Will Ziaire Williams Be A Long Term Piece for Nets after Waiving No Trade Clause?

As a rebuilding team, the Nets are in the critical years of figuring out who is a long-term piece to build around and who might be better leveraged in a trade to bring in other players.

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Michael Porter Jr., Dwight Howard, And Patrick Beverley React To Charlie Kirk's Shooting In Utah

Political activist and author Charlie Kirk was shot dead while addressing a gathering at the University of Utah. Following this incident, the internet was stunned by the videos that went viral of the incident, as the country stood still for a moment over what they had just witnessed.

Ziaire Williams News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Could Trade Interest in Ziaire Williams Emerge After NTC News for Nets?

There are many parallels between the new contracts the Brooklyn Nets handed Day'Ron Sharpe and Ziaire Williams. Both were restricted free agents who had their rights renounced, both agreed to their new deals on the first open day of free agency and now both have waived no-trade clauses that were included in their agreements.

Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Where Does Nets’ Nic Claxton Rank Amongst Atlantic Division Centers?

Nic Claxton is one of the longest tenured Brooklyn Nets, having been in Brooklyn since 2019. The 26-year-old center has really flourished recently, turning into a double-double machine with elite rim protection skills.

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Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Why Michael Porter Jr. Could Outperform Ex-Nets Forward Cam Johnson in 2025-26

Michael Porter Jr. and Cam Johnson posted nearly identical stat lines last season. Midway through the summer, they were traded for each other, reuniting Porter with his former assistant coach, Jordi Fernandez, while Johnson chases a championship alongside Nikola Jokic in Denver.

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The 25 greatest NBA players six feet tall or under

Being tall tends to give you a better chance at success in basketball. Sometimes, though, players are so good that despite being short by NBA standards, they make a significant impact on the league.

Brooklyn Nets News / The Lead / September 10

What Does Cam Thomas’ Contract Mean for His and Nets Future?

The notorious “bucket getter” landed a not-so B.I.G. contract with the Brooklyn Nets. As reported by Shams Charania, there was a lot left to be desired for Cam Thomas. Accepting the $6 million qualifying offer only brings about more uncertainty about the Nets’ future and whether Thomas is part of it.

Day'Ron Sharpe News / Fastbreak on SI / September 10

Brooklyn Nets Player Could Become Trade Candidate

The Brooklyn Nets’ latest signing, Day’Ron Sharpe, just might end up being a name to watch in the NBA’s trade market this upcoming season. The 23-year-old was expected to have a no-trade clause on his deal, but according to a report, Sharpe will waive it, making him eligible to get moved if the Nets want to take that route.

Egor Demin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 10

Nets’ Egor Demin named wild card to win NBA Rookie of the Year

The Brooklyn Nets’ selection of Egor Demin with this year’s No. 8 pick was controversial within NBA draft circles. The Russian floor general will have ample opportunity to prove his value as the team’s starting point guard.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Nets' Rivalry with Knicks Delivers Motivation in Rebuilding Year

The Brooklyn Nets are in the midst of a long-term rebuild, but some regular season matchups will matter more than others. Next season, the objective for the Nets will be to improve and develop their young stars.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 10

Nets rumors: Day’Ron Sharpe waives ‘no-trade clause’ in new contract

Day’Ron Sharpe returned to the Nets on a multi-year contract following a career-best season. The 23-year-old center made a concession in his new deal, waiving his implied no-trade clause, according to Spotrac’s Keith Smith.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Draft on SI / September 10

Which 2026 NBA Draft Prospect Could be Best for Nets?

The Brooklyn Nets are undergoing one of the NBA’s newest rebuilds, trading off win-now players in favor of future assets, as well as gambling on a record five first-round prospects at the 2025 NBA Draft.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

Nets G League Squad Adds Two Guards, Roster Taking Shape

While the finishing touches are being made to the Brooklyn Nets roster, their G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, is still piecing together its squad for the 2025-2026 season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 10

The Top Three Brooklyn Nets With the Most Trade Value

Entering the 2025-26 season, the Brooklyn Nets have perhaps the lowest expectations in years. It has been a relatively slow process since the departure of their title-contending core, but the Nets have almost completely wiped the roster since then, setting themselves for a rebuild with plenty of young faces and draft picks.

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Day'Ron Sharpe News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 9

Will There Be Trade Interest in Nets Big Man Day’Ron Sharpe?

The Brooklyn Nets worked quickly this summer to get Day'Ron Sharpe to agree to a new contract on the first day of free agency. However, he didn't officially sign on the dotted line until Sept.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 9

The Nets Are Well Beneath the Cap Floor: What Does That Mean?

In some very rare occasions, having too much money is actually a problem. The NBA’s salary cap rules are a prime example, with a salary cap floor in place to ensure that teams remain somewhat competitive and don’t simply focus on saving money.

Josh Giddey News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 9

Why Nets Are Smart Not to Give Cam Thomas the $100M Josh Giddey Deal

First, it was Cam Thomas and the Brooklyn Nets who broke the restricted free agency silence when the 23-year-old agreed to spend the 2025-26 season on the $6 million qualifying offer.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 9

How Does Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. Stack Up to Atlantic Division Power Forwards?

The Brooklyn Nets made a splash trade this offseason, acquiring former first-round pick and NBA Champion Michael Porter Jr. from the Denver Nuggets. Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Analysis Network / September 9

Brooklyn Nets 2025-26 projected starting lineup, Cam Thomas’ potential final season will be with four rookies

The Brooklyn Nets are set for what is the most important season in their franchise’s rebuild, with a whole new cast of characters. After their superteam with Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, and James Harden fell apart in catastrophic fashion, the Brooklyn Nets have focused on rebuilding their roster the last few years.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 9

NBA Notes: Nets, roster, league’s top newcomers, Roman Sorkin

The Nets may be done making major moves this offseason. A league source told Brian Lewis of the New York Post that Brooklyn’s decision to finalize deals with Day’Ron Sharpe and Ziaire Williams is a sign the roster is likely set for now.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 9

What do Nets' Rookies Need to do to Reach All-Rookie Status?

The last time the Brooklyn Nets had a player make an All-Rookie team was in the 2014-15 season, when Bojan Bogdanovic made Second Team. The last time a player made First Team was Mason Plumlee in the 2013-14 season.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 9

Why more Nets trades could be coming after Cam Thomas signing

There has not been a busier NBA team this summer than the Brooklyn Nets. After making three offseason trades and an NBA-record five first-round picks in June’s draft, the rebuilding squad signed Cam Thomas to his one-year, $6 million qualifying offer last week.

Ziaire Williams News / Hoops Rumors / September 8

Nets officially re-sign versatile forward

Over two months after their agreement was first reported, the Brooklyn Nets have officially finalized their deal with the free agent swingman, the team confirmed Monday.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / September 7

'His Future is So Uncertain' – Brooklyn Nets Insider Drops Huge Warning After Cam Thomas Exercised His $6 Million Qualifying Offer

After weeks of stalled negotiations, the Brooklyn Nets and Cam Thomas have finally reached a compromise, as the latter accepted the team’s $6 million qualifying offer to rejoin the team next season before entering unrestricted free agency in the summer of 2026.

Cameron Thomas News / Yardbarker / September 5