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On YouTubeBrooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20
Nets trade acquisition suffers injury setback ahead of regular season opener
Brooklyn Nets forward Haywood Highsmith hoped to return from offseason knee surgery in time for the team’s regular season opener. However, following an injury setback, he’ll be sidelined much longer.
Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Nets forward to be re-evaluated in eight weeks
Nets forward Haywood Highsmith recently experienced a setback in his attempted return from a torn meniscus, the team announced via X. He will be re-evaluated in eight weeks.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 27
Jordi Fernandez Praises Haywood Highsmith; Nets Forward on Track for Season Start
For a multitude of reasons, Haywood Highsmith is a perfect fit for the Brooklyn Nets. His style of play aligns with exactly what head coach Jordi Fernandez looks for in a player.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 19
How Long Will Haywood Highsmith Remain a Brooklyn Net?
When the Brooklyn Nets traded for Haywood Highsmith back in August, many fans were scratching their heads. On the Miami Heat's side, the move was a salary dump, which could be justified.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 19
NBA Mock Trade: Nets Trade Veteran for Draft Capital
At the moment, the Brooklyn Nets are entering the 2025-26 NBA season way over the 15-player roster limit. They have nearly 20 players on standard deals, which means they'll need to make cuts, trades, or both between now and the start of the regular season.
Brooklyn Nets News / Fastbreak on SI / September 18
NBA Journeyman on Nets Roster Could Become Valuable Trade Chip
When it comes to the Brooklyn Nets, they aren’t expected to see certain veterans stick around for long. Being in a rebuild, Brooklyn will likely search for future assets in exchange for players who are in win-now mode.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 1
Haywood Highsmith Pushing Through Rehab in Return to Brooklyn Nets
Haywood Highsmith is in a unique situation. He's coming off successful surgery to repair a meniscal tear in his right knee, but is expected to be one of the Brooklyn Nets' key veterans upon his return.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 30
Why the Nets’ Highsmith Move Mirrors Washington’s Past Valanciunas Signing
The Brooklyn Nets are in the market for salary dumps. They've already acquired Terance Mann and Haywood Highsmith this summer, gaining the draft rights to UNC product Drake Powell and a future Miami Heat second-round pick in the process.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 29
Rumor: Nets’ Haywood Highsmith Could Be on the Move Eventually
Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez probably couldn't create a better fit for his system than new addition Haywood Highsmith, even if he were awarded the ability to create a player in his own image.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 21
Highsmith or Williams? Stats Show Who is Now the Nets’ Stronger Primary Defender
The Brooklyn Nets already had a wing defender. His name is Ziaire Williams, and he agreed to a brand new two-year, $12 million deal shortly after the 2025 NBA free agency period opened.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 21
Nets gave Heat ultimatum on Haywood Highsmith trade
The Miami Heat surprised their fanbase with their latest trade. Following a letdown season, the team dealt Haywood Highsmith and an unprotected 2032 second-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets in a salary dump.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 19
Recent Acquisition Haywood Highsmith Set to Wear Familiar Number for Nets
Landing with a new team calls for a new number for the Brooklyn Nets' most recent trade acquisition. According to Etienne Catalan, Nets wing Haywood Highsmith will be wearing No.7 during the 2025-2026 NBA season.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 19
Defensive Duo Williams, Highsmith Poised to Mentor Nets Rookie Drake Powell
Fact: the Brooklyn Nets' recent addition of Haywood Highsmith could impact incoming UNC product Drake Powell's minutes in his rookie season. Also a fact: the Brooklyn Nets' recent addition of Haywood Highsmith could be the best thing to happen to incoming UNC product Drake Powell in his rookie season.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 17
How Miami's trade of Haywood Highsmith affects Charlotte's pool of future draft picks
'… Every breath you take And every move you make Every bond you break Every step you take I'll be watching you … Every single day And every word you say Every game you play Every night you stay I'll be watching you' The lyrics above are from 'I'll Be Watching You,' a classic song by The Police about a man chasing after a scorned lover.
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.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / August 16
What’s Next For Brooklyn Nets After Hijacking Haywood Highsmith From Miami Heat, Plus, Cam Thomas News
The Brooklyn Nets completed their third trade of the summer yesterday with the acquisition of Haywood Highsmith from the Miami Heat. The Nets also picked up a 2032 second-round pick from the Heat while sending a 2026 pick back to the Heat.
Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / August 16
Miami Heat’s Starting Five After Trading Highsmith
MIAMI – The Miami Heat are staying busy, even if their moves lack fireworks. Norman Powell, Simone Fontecchio, and Davion Mitchell are all in. Haywood Highsmith is out, shipped to Brooklyn in a cap-driven move.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / August 15
NBA World Reacts To Heat-Nets Trade
Haywood Highsmith has been with the Miami Heat for each of the previous four seasons. After a year where he started in 42 games, the Heat announced that they had traded the 28-year-old to the Brooklyn Nets on Friday.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / August 15
Highsmith To The Nets: Trade Grades For The Heat And Nets
MIAMI/BROOKLYN – The Miami Heat are staying busy, even if their moves lack fireworks. After landing Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio, and re-signing Davion Mitchell, they Heat now traded Haywood Highsmith to the Brooklyn Nets.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / August 15
Heat Agree To Stunning Trade With Nets
In a stunning move, the Miami Heat have traded Haywood Highsmith and a 2032 second-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick, per ESPN senior insider Shams Charania.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Miami Heat trade away former NBA Finals piece
The Miami Heat have officially ended their “Locksmith” era.
Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / August 15
Report: Heat trade F Haywood Highsmith to Nets
The Miami Heat traded forward Haywood Highsmith to the Brooklyn Nets, the latter team announced Friday. The Heat also sent a 2032 second-round pick to the Nets in exchange for a protected 2026 second-round pick, per the report.
Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / August 15
Nets acquiring Haywood Highsmith in trade with Heat
The Nets are acquiring forward Haywood Highsmith and a 2032 second-round NBA draft pick from the Heat in exchange for a 2026 second-rounder, per Shams Charania of ESPN.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 15
Heat get financial breathing room, trade wing to Nets
It’s a financially motivated deal for the Heat, who will move under the luxury tax line as a result of the move.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 9
Five Miami Heat Players With Most To Gain From Haywood Highsmith's Absence
With roughly eight weeks remaining until the Miami Heat open 2025-26 training camp in Boca Raton, and Haywood Highsmith out that long or a bit longer following offseason knee surgery, there is opportunity for others from his injury.
Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / August 8
Heat F Haywood Highsmith has knee surgery, to miss start of camp
Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith underwent surgery on Friday to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee. The team said Haywood will begin rehabilitation immediately and be back in eight-to-10 weeks, which extends into training camp.
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