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Nets Reportedly in the Mix as Hornets Consider Trading Down in Draft for Premier Prospect

With former top-three prospect Ace Bailey now expected to slide in the 2025 NBA Draft after his unconventional approach to the pre-draft process, teams that originally thought he was out of reach are now in the conversation.

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Report: Brooklyn Nets Emerging as Top Draft Destination

It’s not hard to see why the Nets are being viewed as a promising young team, despite their lack of success last season. They’re on pace to make NBA history with the most first-round picks ever in a single draft.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 21

Cam Thomas Talks Brooklyn Nets Free Agency

Shortly after Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving were traded from the Brooklyn Nets in early 2023, the team was searching for a go-to shot creator to carry most of the offensive load.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 21

Are the Brooklyn Nets Heading for a Combo Guard Backcourt?

The Brooklyn Nets could be heading for a trade-up in this year's NBA Draft on June 25, as they have been linked as a favorite to pursue and draft Rutgers star guard Ace Bailey.

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How many of the 31 active NBA players to record a double-double in the NBA Finals can you name in five minutes?

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 21

2025 NBA Draft: Brooklyn Nets Interested in Egor Demin

The Brooklyn Nets hold a “particular interest” in Egor Demin with less than one week to go until the 2025 NBA Draft, per NBA insider Jake Fischer’s report in the latest edition of ‘The Stein Line’ newsletter .

Cameron Thomas News / Hoops Rumors / June 21

Cam Thomas hopes to re-sign with Nets

Appearing on WTKR News 3 in Norfolk, Virginia (Twitter video link via sports director Marc Davis), shooting guard Cam Thomas made it clear that he hopes to re-sign with Nets this summer (hat tip to Brian Lewis of The New York Post).

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Analysis Network / June 21

Cam Thomas addresses his future situation with the Brooklyn Nets, explains what he ‘definitely’ wants

Cam Thomas has been a consistently promising player for the Brooklyn Nets. He dealt with injuries during the 2024-25 season, but he showed potential as a go-to guy.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 21

Nets Prospect Watch: Is Egor Demin a Legitimate Top-10 Draft Pick?

Outside of Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper going No. 1 and No. 2, this year's NBA Draft order is extremely uncertain. While this year's class is regarded as one of the most talented and deepest in a long time, it seems like most players have a wider range in terms of where they could end up.

Cameron Johnson News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 21

Mock Trade: Cameron Johnson Sent to Memphis Grizzlies

As a team with intriguing veteran trade assets, and more salary cap space and first-round picks than any other NBA team, the Brooklyn Nets are much better positioned than their 26–56 record suggests.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 20

NBA Mock Trade: Nets Make Blockbuster Deal for Draft Pick, Former All-Star

With the NBA trade season officially underway amid the early offseason, NBA Draft rumors and reports are starting to flare up with June 25 and 26 right around the corner.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 20

Cam Thomas Says Brooklyn Is Home: Nets Have Advantage in Securing Their Star

For the first time in weeks, the Brooklyn Nets' homegrown star is making headlines. Today, something finally eclipses all of the chatter Nets fans have witnessed since the end of the 2024-25 regular season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Nets' D'Angelo Russell Sends Recommendation to NBA Peers Ahead of Finals Game 7

Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell had a rough final game of the 2024-25 NBA season on April 3, 2025 as he did not score a point in 13 minutes of action.

Nic Claxton News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 20

6-Year Nets Retrospective: Nic Claxton Could Be Trade Chip in Upcoming Deals

Six years ago today, the Brooklyn Nets found a steal at the 2019 NBA Draft in Nic Claxton. With the first pick of the second round, Brooklyn added who would become its primary center just two years later.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 20

D’Angelo Russell Predicted To Leave Nets For Bucks

Brooklyn Nets guard D’Angelo Russell becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason and the one-time NBA All-Star has been predicted to leave Brooklyn

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 19

Nets Legends Relive the 90’s Era in Web Series

In another episode of the Brooklyn Nets’ “One Night in Brooklyn” web series, Nets legends Derrick Coleman, Kenny Anderson, Buck Williams, and Kenyon Martin gathered to relive some of their most memorable moments with the franchise and reflect on the legacies they left behind.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 19

Why Nets Should Target 7'2 Wingspan Wings—Recent First-Round Hits Tell the Story

Every NBA franchise has its own criteria it searches for when it goes on the clock at the annual summer draft. Some target intangibles or potential—but a Reddit user may have cracked the code to consistently draft difference-making wings.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 19

Could the Nets Land Another Forward This Summer?

The Brooklyn Nets are set to prepare for a competitive rebuild this offseason, and with over $55 million in cap space, they have the potential to be some of the biggest spenders as well.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 19

Nets Work Out All-Big 12 Guard Ahead of NBA Draft

With the NBA Draft just a week away, the Brooklyn Nets head into draft day holding more leverage than any other team in the league. They’re in an advantageous

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 18

Nets Prospect Watch: Potential Brooklyn Draft Pick Receives Shade From Scout

With a lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Brooklyn Nets have the opportunity to grab a potential franchise-changer and star for the future. The organization owns four first-round picks in total, becoming the most talked-about team in the draft this year.

Kyle Kuzma News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 18

Would Cam Johnson-for-Kuzma Trade with Bucks Be Worth It for the Brooklyn Nets?

A big-time trade could still go down between the Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks this summer, even if Giannis Antetokounmpo isn't involved. The "Greek Freak" had previously been the Nets' end goal, but as the two-time MVP is now believed to be staying in Milwaukee, the Bucks must make moves to further build around Antetokounmpo.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 18

Free Agent Guards the Brooklyn Nets Could Add

The NBA offseason is off to a hot start with trades and signings, and the Brooklyn Nets could be a team that is next team to make a move. As the Nets prepare for next season's competitive rebuild around rising star guard Cam Thomas, they will have to find free agents to add to their squad, outside of their selections in the NBA Draft.

Day'Ron Sharpe News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 18

Nets’ Day’Ron Sharpe Impresses with Expanded Skillset, Dominates Rebounding Drills

After a full offseason under head coach Jordi Fernandez, Brooklyn Nets big man Day'Ron Sharpe enjoyed his best statistical season as a pro. Sharpe posted career-highs in points, rebounds and steals per game while displaying an improved yet inconsistent stroke from beyond the arc.