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While it hasn't been for very long, Drew Timme and Fanbo Zeng—a duo once primed to suit up at Gonzaga toegther—are free agents. The two were waived by the Brooklyn Nets amid roster cuts after each experienced quite different tenures with the franchise.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / October 15

Nets Continue Frontcourt Cuts, Waive CBA Star Fanbo Zeng

For the second straight year, the Brooklyn Nets have signed and subsequently waived a Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) stud. Last season, they brought in Yongxi Cui, who was eventually waived on Dec.

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Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Nets waive Chinese star Fanbo Zeng following Macao trip

The Brooklyn Nets waived Chinese star Fanbo Zeng on Wednesday, the team announced. Zeng joined the Nets on an Exhibit 10 contract before training camp.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 9

Fanbo Zeng ready, grateful for NBA debut

Not only will Brooklyn Nets first round pick Drake Powell likely make his NBA debut Friday vs. the Phoenix Suns in Macao. So will Fanbo Zeng, the Chinese Exhibit 10 who sat out Brooklyn’s blowout of Hapoel Jerusalem last Saturday.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Chinese star returning to China with Nets for pair of preseason matchups

This weekend will mark the NBA’s first games in China since 2019. The Brooklyn Nets will take on the Phoenix Suns in a pair of preseason matchups at the Venetian Arena in Macao.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 3

Fanbo Zeng competing for open two-way deal

Just as Saturday night’s game vs. Hapoel Jerusalem will be a big deal for Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf, next week’s two games in Macao will be a big deal for Fanbo Zeng, bigger in fact.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / October 1

As Macao approaches, Brooklyn Nets promote Fanbo Zeng in China

The Brooklyn Nets are expected to leave this weekend for Macao and the NBA China Games where they’ll face off against the Phoenix Suns on October 10 and 12.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Analysis Network / September 25

Jordi Fernandez on what stood out about Fanbo Zeng in Brooklyn Nets practice already

Brooklyn Nets’ surprising signing is already impressing head coach Jordi Fernandez. The Brooklyn Nets will have a plethora of new faces on the roster for the 2025-26 NBA season.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 23

Nets sign Chinese star to compete for two-way spot at training camp

The Brooklyn Nets added another Chinese star to their roster ahead of training camp. Former G League Ignite forward Fanbo Zeng signed an Exhibit 10 contract and will compete for a two-way spot.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 22

Scouting Report Shows Fanbo Zeng as Smart Value Play for Nets

Entering training camp, CBA star Fanbo Zeng is one of the Brooklyn Nets' biggest question marks. He officially joined the team on an Exhibit 10 deal on Monday, per The New York Post's Brian Lewis.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 15

Fanbo Zeng and Drew Timme Nearly Teamed Up at Gonzaga Before Joining the Nets

Drew Timme enjoyed one of the best four-year careers in recent collegiate basketball history. His dominant run at Gonzaga from 2019-23 resulted in many accolades for the 25-year-old, none potentially more impactful than the opportunity he earned with the Brooklyn Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 1

Fanbo Zeng Eyes Strong Preseason Debut with Brooklyn Nets in China

There really hasn't been much information revealed regarding CBA star Fanbo Zeng since he reportedly agreed to a contract with the Brooklyn Nets on Aug.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / August 31

Fanbo Zeng headed to Brooklyn, reports trainer

Two days after Tosan Evbuomwan was waived by the Nets comes word that Chinese forward Fanbo Zeng is headed Brooklyn possibly to replace him on the team roster.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 31

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.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 18

Can This Intriguing International Player Carve Out a Spot on the Nets Roster?

As a rebuilding team prioritizing young talent, the Brooklyn Nets recently added another intriguing player for fans to keep an eye on. After three productive seasons in the Chinese Basketball Association, Brooklyn signed forward Fanbo Zeng on Aug.

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.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 4

3 Trade Scenarios That Could Help the Nets Clear Roster Logjam

While being under the assumption that Cam Thomas will return to the Brooklyn Nets in some capacity for the 2025-26 season, the franchise's training camp roster is essentially finalized.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 3

Who is Fanbo Zeng? Brooklyn Nets sign top prospect from China’s Beijing Ducks

The Brooklyn Nets have made a major addition to their roster for the 2025-26 NBA season. Despite entering the 2025 NBA Draft with five first-round picks, not many view the Brooklyn Nets as a top team in the Eastern Conference.

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / August 3

Nets Start New Tradition With Electric Scorer’s Signing

The Brooklyn Nets are continuing their commitment to China’s growing hoops scene and have signed Fanbo Zeng to an Exhibit 10 contract on Saturday, per HoopsHype insider Michael Scotto Zeng is a three-level scorer, averaging 14.7 points (on .530-.409-.779 splits) per game for the Chinese Basketball Associations’s Beijing Ducks in 2024-25.

Brooklyn Nets News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Nets agree to deal with Chinese prospect

The Brooklyn Nets continue to scour the globe to fill out their roster for the 2025-26 season. The Nets have agreed to a deal with top Chinese prospect Fanbo Zeng, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto.