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The Brooklyn Nets’ final practice of 2025, even as it followed a loss to the Golden State Warriors, was quite chipper. Drake Powell and Nolan Traore got up extra shots together, working on their skills but also taking the time to laugh with each other and their coaches.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27

Nets’ Drake Powell returning from third ankle sprain of season after two-game absence

Brooklyn Nets rookie Drake Powell’s third ankle sprain of the season will only hold him out two games. After missing Brooklyn’s wins over the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers, Powell is available to return on Saturday vs.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22

Nets expect Drake Powell back ‘soon’ despite third ankle sprain

The Brooklyn Nets don’t expect Drake Powell to be sidelined for an extended period with his latest ankle injury. Powell missed Sunday’s win over the Toronto Raptors and will not play on Tuesday vs.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 21

3 Nets Players Who Can Step Up in Drake Powell's Absence

Brooklyn Nets guard Drake Powell will be out for Sunday night's matchup against the Toronto Raptors due to an ankle sprain. It was his third sprain on the same ankle this season.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18

Nets rookie Drake Powell ruled out of Heat matchup due to ankle sprain

Drake Powell’s poor luck with ankle injuries continued during Thursday’s Brooklyn Nets-Miami Heat matchup. The Nets rookie suffered a right ankle sprain during the first quarter of the game and was promptly ruled out.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 18

Athleticism and a High IQ Have Made Nets' Drake Powell a Valuable Role Player

Oftentimes, averaging seven points per game in college won't get you drafted into the NBA, let alone as a first-round pick. Drake Powell defied normal trends at North Carolina by doing the little things that contribute to winning.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 17

Nets' Drake Powell Says Jordi Fernandez's Coaching Approach 'Shows He Cares'

Drake Powell has displayed considerable promise as a two-way wing in the early portion of his career. The North Carolina product has regularly seen around 20 minutes per night for the Brooklyn Nets, averaging 6.3 points and 2.1 assists per game on efficient field goal percentages, shooting 48.8% from the field and 37.8% from 3-point range.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / December 17

First Egor Demin and Danny Wolf. Now, is it Drake Powell’s turn?

Everyone knew — or should have known — that when the Brooklyn Nets drafted five players in the first round — at Nos. 8, 19, 22, 26 or 27 — back in June that development was going to be different.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 9

Nets’ Drake Powell, Ben Saraf assigned to G League but Danny Wolf remains in Brooklyn

The Brooklyn Nets are taking advantage of an unusual five-day, midseason layoff to get their rookies added reps. After failing to advance to the knockout rounds of the NBA Cup, the Nets won’t be back in action until Friday.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 3

Drake Powell’s Defense is Turning Heads in Brooklyn

Coming out of UNC after a freshman season where he displayed all the traits needed to become an elite NBA-level defender, rookie Drake Powell brought plenty of upside and intrigue to the Brooklyn Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / November 26

Drake Powell, no longer a reach, showing two-way upside for Brooklyn Nets

Drake Powell entered the NBA with a label he didn’t ask for. After being selected, No. 22 overall in June’s NBA draft, the UNC product was tagged by some

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / November 24

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.

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.

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.

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