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Three Takeaways From the Nets Disappointing Loss to the Knicks

The Nets returned home on Monday night for a battle with the rival New York Knicks. Brooklyn entered the game coming off a hard-fought loss to the Raptors on Sunday and was looking to give the Knicks a better game than the last time they faced off.

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Drake Powell defends in Brooklyn Nets rookie report — No. 4

Jordi Fernández often says some variation of “it’s not just about the rookies, it’s about the whole group.” He went back to the well after the Brooklyn Nets fell to 2-12 by losing a home game to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night, in which Egor Dëmin played just eight second-half minutes (five before garbage time).

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / November 13

Drake Powell, Egor Dëmin show genuine flashes in Rookie Report — No. 3

“Today was better. Yesterday was worse. Nobody knows how it’s going to be tomorrow, and there’s no perfect days.” When a couple of reporters told Egor Dëmin in the Brooklyn Nets locker room that Russians have a bit of a reputation for speaking very colorful English, the 19-year-old rookie scoffed.

NBA News / NetsDaily / November 11

LIVE DISCUSSION: Toronto Raptors at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 PM ET

The Nets enter Tuesday with a 1-9 record — the latest loss coming at the hands of the Knicks, 134-98. Drake Powell had his best game in his early NBA career with 15 points.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / November 11

Can a reach become a steal? Drake Powell may have the answer

On the Monday before the Wednesday draft back in June, word began to filter out that the Brooklyn Nets were indeed planning to defy convention and use all five of their draft picks, then four firsts and a high second, shocking draftniks who thought they would move up.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 10

Nets rookie emerging as silver lining amid awful start to season

Drake Powell’s offensive limitations were a red flag among NBA front offices entering June’s draft. Yet, the Brooklyn Nets were confident enough in the North Carolina wing’s two-way abilities to select him with the No.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 10

Drake Powell was a Bright Spot in Nets' Ugly Loss to Knicks

It hasn't been a pretty season for the Brooklyn Nets thus far, as they fell to the New York Knicks 134-98 on Sunday. Coming into the season, it was well known that the priority was going to be developing young talent and living with the losses that come with it.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 3

Nets rookie Drake Powell re-injures ankle upon return to lineup

Brooklyn Nets rookie Drake Powell’s poor injury luck continued on Sunday. After missing four games due to an ankle sprain he suffered during Brooklyn’s season-opener, the 19-year-old re-entered the lineup vs.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 28

Nets Assign First-Rounders Danny Wolf and Drake Powell to Long Island

Two members of the Brooklyn Nets' record-breaking 2025 NBA Draft haul will begin the season in the G League. On Monday, Brooklyn assigned both Drake Powell and Danny Wolf to its G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, allowing the duo to gain experience outside of the active roster.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

Nets assign pair of rookie first-round picks to G League amid rotation crunch

The Brooklyn Nets assigned rookies Drake Powell and Danny Wolf to their G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, on Monday. Both players are recovering from ankle injuries.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 27

Early Injuries to the Brooklyn Nets Continue to Derail the Roster

Nobody expects the Brooklyn Nets to be competitive this season, but it's never fun to root against your team. As they navigate the early stages of a rebuild (also known as dropping games for draft position), the Nets are focused on gathering youth, developing them and exploring the trade market for the veterans on the roster.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27

Nets lose key contributor during Spurs loss as injuries begin to pile up

The Brooklyn Nets lost rookies Drake Powell and Danny Wolf to ankle injuries during their first game of the season. They lost another key contributor during Sunday’s loss to the San Antonio Spurs.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Nets’ Drake Powell ruled out for home opener with ankle injury

Brooklyn Nets rookie Drake Powell made his NBA debut in his home state on Wednesday. The former North Carolina wing played seven minutes during a 136-117 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, posting two points and two rebounds while converting his only shot attempt.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 11

Drake Powell ‘Most Likely’ Nets Rookie to See Time on Long Island This Season

There's a very real possibility that UNC product Drake Powell is the most NBA-ready prospect the Brooklyn Nets selected back in June's draft. He's a fantastic athlete, and his three-and-D ability makes him a true plug-and-play option right out of the gate.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 10

What to Expect From Drake Powell in Nets' Preseason Debut

Preseason play is right around the corner for the Brooklyn Nets. And it looks like they'll have one of their more highly-touted first-round picks for the opener.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Nets’ Drake Powell available to make debut on Friday vs. Suns

Drake Powell is the only Nets rookie yet to appear during Summer League or the preseason. That could change during Friday’s meeting with the Phoenix Suns in Macao.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 2

Predicting Where Drake Powell Will Play for the Brooklyn Nets

Drake Powell was seventh in usage rate among North Carolina players who played at least 17 minutes per game. Despite that, the 6-foot-6 wing found his way into the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 17

Nets' mishandling of cap space may hurt team's future

In an NBA offseason where very few teams had room under the salary cap, the Brooklyn Nets took on a great deal of unwanted salary — but didn't get a big return.

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Brooklyn Nets News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 19

A Heartwarming Moment for Drake Powell and His Family

Drake Powell 's dreams of being a player in the NBA are now true. After the Atlanta Hawks' selection of Powell, the making a trade with the Brooklyn Nets, the Pittsboro, North Carolina native will now live far North of where he grew up and played grassroots basketball.

NBA News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 9