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Cam Thomas Eyeing Free Agency as Nets Show Limited Interest in Long-Term Deal

A massive update to Cam Thomas' ongoing contract dispute with the Brooklyn Nets may signal an end to the summer drama. Brooklyn has been unwilling to meet Thomas' $30 million asking price since free agency opened, and there's been essentially no traction on interest from an outside rival.

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Former Sharpshooter Following in Family Footsteps, Named Nets’ Head Video Coordinator

If the Brooklyn Nets ever need an extra body for their scout team, they might just find one in their own video room. According to NetsDaily, the Nets have promoted Foster Loyer to the position of the team's head video coordinator.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / August 10

Rumor: Nets Haven’t Made Aggressive Effort To Retain Cam Thomas On Long-Term Deal

The Brooklyn Nets haven’t made an aggressive effort to retain Cam Thomas on a long-term deal, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Thomas is a restricted free agent.

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.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Brooklyn Nets, Cam Thomas Reportedly Have Free Agency Plan, Long-Term Decision

Restricted free agency has been tough this offseason. Jonathan Kuminga, Quentin Grimes, Josh Giddey, and Cam Thomas are all still trying to get paid, and there hasn't been much traction lately.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 10

Could Jordi Fernandez Unleash a Demin–Traore Backcourt for the Nets?

Outside of D'Angelo Russell, the Brooklyn Nets' point guard spot was one of the team's biggest issues in 2024-25. There was a distinct lack of depth behind Russell, who only spent about half the season as a Net.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / August 10

Cam Thomas Likely Headed For Free Agency As Nets Show No Urgency On Long-Term Deal

Cam Thomas’ contract situation with the Brooklyn Nets has taken a sharp turn toward an outcome few would have predicted earlier in the summer. Despite

Sean Marks News / NetsDaily / August 10

Sean Marks’ second rebuild comes under much different circumstances

There are few things more important to the Brooklyn Nets — maybe none — than their draft stash starting with the five first rounders in 2025. Going into the 2025 Draft, they had 16 firsts and 16 seconds.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 10

Brooklyn Nets Rank Dead Last in New Power Rankings

Coming off a season where the Brooklyn Nets tallied a 26-56 record, plenty of fans expected their franchise to go out and find multiple players to help turn around their franchise.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 10

Breakout Probabilities for Brooklyn Nets Players

There is no shortage of question marks on the Brooklyn Nets roster going into the 2025-26 season. After random selection of three Nets to evaluate, we will attempt to project the likelihood of a breakout year for each.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 10

International Notes: Chris Chiozza, Devontae Cacok, Kenneth Faried

NBA free agent point guard Chris Chiozza has signed with Turkish club Karşıyaka Basket for the 2025-26 season, the team announced on Instagram, via Sportando.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 9

Contrary to Outside NBA Fans, the Nets Aren't as Doomed as People Think

Admittedly, the last four years of Brooklyn Nets basketball have been nothing short of disappointing. Any fan can recognize that. Not too long ago, the Nets were a championship favorite, or at the very least, a contender.

Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 9

NBA Mock Trade: Nets Send Center to Reigning Eastern Conference Champion

For the last year or so, the Brooklyn Nets have been involved in subtle trade rumors regarding their center, Nic Claxton. While his team continues to navigate the early stages of a rebuild, Claxton has a weird fit given his timeline.

Nolan Traore News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 9

Nets’ First-Round Pick Spotted Courtside at NY vs. NY Nike Tournament Semis

Members of the Brooklyn Nets' 2025 rookie class are wasting no time adjusting to life in the Empire State. On Saturday, French prospect Nolan Traore—the 19th-overall pick in June's draft from Saint-Quentin Basket-Ball in the French top tier—sat courtside at the NY vs.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 9

Kenyon Martin Reflects on Draft Day, Favorite Teammate and His Signature Move

After being at the center of the franchise’s most productive runs, former Nets forward Kenyon Martin left an imprint on the organization that will always last.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 9

Brooklyn Nets Boast Impressive List of Longest Wingspans on 2025 Roster

Whether intentionally or not, the Brooklyn Nets have assembled a roster that's certainly not lacking in length. Following the addition of CBA star Fanbo Zeng, nine of the 20 players on Brooklyn's roster have a wingspan of seven feet or more.

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

Brooklyn Nets Michael Porter Jr. Finds Perspective Beyond Basketball

If Nets fans are looking to keep up with their favorite players during the offseason, one of the team’s most exciting new acquisitions offers plenty of access through his YouTube channel.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 9

Cam Johnson Recalls Late-Night Call That Told Him He Was Traded to Nets

A little over a month ago, Cam Johnson was finally traded away from the Brooklyn Nets after rumors of a potential move swirled for nearly a year. He was shipped to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 9

Special Guest Drops by Brooklyn Basketball Summer Camp

It's been a busy summer for the Brooklyn Basketball program, a community organization founded by BSE Global, the Brooklyn Nets' parent company. Throughout the past few months, they have hosted summer camps, basketball clinics and training sessions for children throughout the city.

Maxwell Lewis News / Hoops Wire / August 8

Former Lakers, Nets Forward Maxwell Lewis Signs With Turkish Club

Former NBA second-round pick Maxwell Lewis has signed with Tofaş in Turkey, the team announced. Lewis, the 40th overall pick in the 2023 draft out of Pepperdine, began his career with the Lakers.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 8

How the Atlantic Division Will Affect the Brooklyn Nets’ Rebuild

In 2025, divisions don't mean anywhere near what they used to in the NBA. Pre-2016, winning your division ensured a top-four seed, providing real incentive to compete for a divisional banner.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 7

Insider declares tanking necessity for Nets during win total prediction

For the second consecutive season, sportsbooks are projecting the Brooklyn Nets to finish towards the bottom of the NBA. The team’s over/under win projection for 2025-26 opened at 20.5, tied for the second-lowest in the NBA, per FanDuel.

D'Angelo Russell News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6

D’Angelo Russell seemingly takes swipe at Lakers

D’Angelo Russell is clearly not too thrilled with the team that traded him away twice.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6

3 way-too-early Brooklyn Nets trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Brooklyn Nets have officially turned the page on the superteam era this offseason. With no more Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, or James Harden drama to navigate, the franchise is fully embracing a new identity, one focused on young talent development and long-term flexibility.

Cameron Thomas News / Yardbarker / August 2