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Fanbo Zeng’s Shooting Touch Turns Heads Ahead of Nets Arrival

Through three years in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA), Fanbo Zeng has proven to be a near-40% shooter from beyond the arc. He holds a career average of 39%, but continues to work on his shot.

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Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. claims Stephen Curry is only ‘clearly’ better shooter than him

Michael Porter Jr is one of the best shooters in the NBA. That’s been his calling card for his entire career so far. His shooting was a key component to the Denver Nuggets’ recent championship, too.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 31

Which Nets Players Will Be Fighting for a Spot on The Team?

With their current roster sitting just one spot below the offseason limit of 21 players, and the possibility of either re-signing Cam Thomas or acquiring a player in a salary dump still looming, the Brooklyn Nets' roster will have to undergo some trimming ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 30

Former Net Signs with Guangdong Tigers: Where Other Ex-Nets Landed This Offseason

While the Brooklyn Nets will be welcoming plenty of new faces during the 2025-26 NBA season, the team also had some players depart during the offseason, with some finding new homes and others still being without a team.

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The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Tosan Evbuomwan News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 30

The Perfect Landing Spot for Ex-Net Tosan Evbuomwan

Tosan Evbuomwan is headed elsewhere—he just doesn't know where yet. Yesterday, the Brooklyn Nets released the 24-year-old wing after a nearly nine-month tenure with the team.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 30

Why the Nets’ Highsmith Move Mirrors Washington’s Past Valanciunas Signing

The Brooklyn Nets are in the market for salary dumps. They've already acquired Terance Mann and Haywood Highsmith this summer, gaining the draft rights to UNC product Drake Powell and a future Miami Heat second-round pick in the process.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 30

How Nic Claxton Could see a Breakout Season with Egor Demin at Point Guard

Since Nic Claxton joined the Brooklyn Nets as a rookie in 2019, he has had little stability with the guards feeding him. The main facilitators Claxton has worked with in his career are ball-dominant guards like Kyrie Irving and James Harden.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 30

Nets’ Two-Way Spots Open After Evbuomwan Waiver

The Brooklyn Nets began addressing their roster logjam yesterday with the surprising waiver of versatile wing Tosan Evbuomwan. The 24-year-old signed a two-way deal with Brooklyn on New Year's Day and became a consistent rotational piece almost instantly, yet he'll be searching for his next NBA home.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Fadeaway World / August 30

Michael Porter Jr. Shuts Out Streamer PlaqueBoyMax 12–0 In Viral 1v1 Match

NBA fans love to debate whether influencers, streamers, or even high-level pickup players could hang with professionals on the court. Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 30

Which 2026 NBA Draft Prospect Is the Best Fit for the Nets?

During a franchise rebuild, fans hope that the team will reach its desired success sooner rather than later. While that would be an ideal situation, young teams are rarely able to bypass the adjustment and maturity process that comes with adapting to life at the NBA level.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 30

Mavericks guard is already alienating team's fans

He hasn’t yet taken the court in his Dallas Mavericks uniform, but he’s already managed to alienate his new fans.

Mavericks give up on first-rounder early

Mavericks pull petty move with nearby Luka Doncic billboard

Mark Cuban still thinks Mavericks had an NBA title ‘stolen’ from them

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Tosan Evbuomwan News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 29

Which Nets Could Be Waived After Tosan Evbuomwan?

The Brooklyn Nets are continuing to make roster moves as training camp approaches. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Nets have waived forward Tosan Evbuomwan.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 29

Evaluating NBA 2K26 Ratings for Brooklyn Nets Players

NBA 2K26 will be released globally on Sept. 5. Only four Brooklyn Nets players have yet to receive a rating. Michael Porter Jr. is the Nets' highest-rated player with an 82 overall, and Ben Saraf has the lowest rating with a 69 overall.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 29

Nets’ Salary Dump Targets to Gain Clarity as Waive-and-Stretch Deadline Hits

Today, Aug. 29 at 5 p.m. EST, is the NBA's deadline to waive and stretch a player with a fully or partially guaranteed salary. That means that, come the deadline, the Brooklyn Nets should have a better idea of which of their internal targets may still need to be acquired via trade.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / August 29

Brooklyn Nets waive two-way Tosan Evbuoumwan

Watch this space… Mid-afternoon on Friday, the Brooklyn Nets waived Tosan Evbuomwan, the 6’8” British-born Princeton forward who’d been on a two-way contract, his slot being one of three available.

Tosan Evbuomwan News / Last Word On Sports / August 29

Nets Trim Roster With Unexpected Cut

On an otherwise uneventful Friday, the Brooklyn Nets have waived forward Tosan Evbuomwan, according to HoopsHype’s longtime insider Michael Scotto. A two-year pro who went undrafted out of Princeton, Evbuomwan averaged career-highs of 9.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists and 0.9 steals in 23.8 minutes per game in 2024-25.

Haywood Highsmith News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 29

Rumor: Nets’ Haywood Highsmith Could Be on the Move Eventually

Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez probably couldn't create a better fit for his system than new addition Haywood Highsmith, even if he were awarded the ability to create a player in his own image.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 29

Nets Swap Porter Jr. for Jalen Green in Wild Hypothetical Trade Scenario

The Brooklyn Nets are excited about offseason addition Michael Porter Jr. Now that he's been reunited with Head Coach Jordi Fernandez—who Porter enjoyed the best seasons of his career from 2018-22—some within the front office believe the 28-year-old is poised to compete for the 2025-26 scoring title.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 29

Should the Nets Retire Derrick Coleman's Jersey?

The Brooklyn Nets have a lot to look forward to in terms of new talent this season, but expectations aren't high as they navigate this rebuild. With a plethora of rookies entering the organization, there is excitement as to who could take the reins as the next star in Brooklyn.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / August 28