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Nets GM Sean Marks Explains Why Tanking Was Never an Option

While the Brooklyn Nets are still in the midst of a rebuild, it’s clear the team is taking the floor with the intention of winning, not tanking. According to NBA reporter Ian Begley, Nets GM Sean Marks would rather focus on developing his young players than on intentionally losing games.

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Nets Head Coach Jordi Fernández, GM Sean Marks Break Down 2025 NBA Draft

Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernández and general manager Sean Marks welcomed the team’s five first-rounders on Tuesday morning. Fernández touched on how his new rookies would get on the court in year one.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 1

Nets Rookies Welcomed at Brooklyn Facility After 2025 NBA Draft

The Brooklyn Nets welcomed a league record five first-round picks today at their practice facility. The Nets, after anticipation was building leading up to draft, finally welcomed in a new era of basketball with a combination of international and collegiate talent.

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Cam Thomas’ Future With the Nets is Clear Ahead of Free Agency

According to reports, Cam Thomas becomes a restricted free agent after the Brooklyn Nets extended a qualifying offer to their guard. Just last week, Thomas reiterated his desire to remain in Brooklyn, and the team appears committed to keeping its leading scorer.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 28

Sean Marks Explains Why Nets Took Egor Demin at No. 8 in 2025 NBA Draft

The Brooklyn Nets' biggest need entering the 2025 NBA Draft was a playmaker. Thus, with the eighth pick—the franchise's first lottery selection since taking Derrick Favors in 2010—the Nets added BYU guard Egor Demin to their backcourt.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 27

Five landing spots for former Raptors executive Masai Ujiri

After 12 seasons with Toronto, the 54-year-old Ujiri should be one of the most sought-after executives in the NBA.

Raptors had some concerns with Ujiri

'Inspirational' Raptors leader out — how did his reign unravel?

Nuggets' front-office decision risks repeating old mistakes

Knicks have an interview lined up for their head-coaching job

NBA teams were reportedly mocking Brooklyn Nets during the draft

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27

Brooklyn Nets 2025 NBA Draft grade for No. 19 pick Nolan Traore

After selecting Egor Demin with the No. 8 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Brooklyn Nets took a swing on another point guard. Sean Marks and co. took French floor general Nolan Traore with the No.

Brooklyn Nets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27

Teams were reportedly mocking Brooklyn Nets during the draft

The Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night became the first team in NBA history to use five picks in the first round of the draft, and the approach has been met with some skepticism.

Brooklyn Nets News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Kevin Durant Had Sean Marks, Steve Nash Message on Thursday

The Brooklyn Nets entered the 2025 NBA Draft in full rebuild mode, aiming to reshape their roster after finishing the 2024-25 season ended with a 26-56 record.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Sean Marks reveals Nets’ motivation behind shocking Egor Demin selection

The 2025 NBA Draft was among the most anticipated in Brooklyn Nets history. Much of the excitement surrounding the day was tied to the team’s first lottery pick in 15 years.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Nets’ Sean Marks reveals reason for making NBA-record 5 1st-round picks

Many NBA scouts, executives and analysts believed the Brooklyn Nets would be the biggest movers during Wednesday’s NBA draft. Armed with five first-round picks (Nos.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 26

Brooklyn Nets First-Rounders React to 2025 NBA Draft

The Brooklyn Nets drafted Egor Demin (No. 8), Nolan Traoré (No. 19), Drake Powell (No. 22), Ben Saraf (No. 26) and Danny Wolf (No. 27) in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft. In doing so, the Nets became the first NBA team to ever draft five players in a draft’s first round.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 12

New ‘SCOUT’ Episode Reveals Where the Nets Scouted This Season

The third episode of the Brooklyn Nets’ 2025 NBA Draft docu-series ‘SCOUT’ confirms some other locations that the team has traveled to this season. The most recent installment of the Nets’ pre-draft chronicles features assistant general manager B.J.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / June 10

Nets Loaded With Picks, Cap Space. Now What?

Without a doubt, the Brooklyn Nets are a team to watch this offseason. After all, they’re one of the handful of teams with the ability to absorb salary, sign some serious free agents and even land a few draft picks.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 9

Could the Nets Trade Down? Exploring Brooklyn's Draft Strategy Options

When it comes to the Brooklyn Nets, there's been no shortage of smoke suggesting the franchise will look to trade up in the 2025 NBA Draft. This smoke makes logical sense, given that Brooklyn owns four first-rounders this year—one of which is the eighth-overall selection.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5

Most popular 2025 NBA Mock Draft picks for Nets at No. 8

With under three weeks until the 2025 NBA Draft, there is little consensus among mock drafts beyond the first few picks. As has been the case throughout Sean Marks’ tenure, the Brooklyn Nets have kept their cards close to their vest.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 2

Brooklyn Nets Eye Role as Key Trade Facilitator in 2025 NBA Offseason

Instead of solely focusing on upgrading their roster this summer, the Brooklyn Nets are prepared to help other teams improve their talent levels. The Nets and GM Sean Marks are eyeing scenarios where they could help facilitate trades as a third team, per Anthony Slater of The Athletic.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / May 24

Nets, Spurs Talk Trade: Is a Game-Changing Move Coming

Sean Marks, the current general manager of the Brooklyn Nets, has plenty of ties with the San Antonio Spurs. But will that be enough for him to pull off a trade and get the Number 2 pick?

Brooklyn Nets News / Nets Insider / April 21

Brooklyn would turn into Freak Show by trading for Giannis

The message from the the Nets fan base is clear. No more shortcuts. Sean Marks has picked up the pieces from a failed big three era and a discontented

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / April 16

Nets’ Sean Marks Opens Up About Signing Draft Picks

The Brooklyn Nets are just at the exordium of their rebuild. The trade market was kind to them last offseason, allowing them to stockpile first-round picks while moving a player that wasn’t able to maintain the role they had envisioned for him.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Nets Plan To Remain Strategic As They Weigh Star Pursuit In Offseason

The Brooklyn Nets could pursue a star-caliber player this NBA offseason, but only if the right opportunity presents itself, general manager Sean Marks said during his end-of-season media session.

Brooklyn Nets News / Last Word On Sports / April 15

Nets GM Sean Marks Seeks Opportunistic Offseason

Brooklyn Nets GM Sean Marks had his eyes on the ’25 offseason back while the NBA season was still in its early stages in ’24. Months before the trade deadline, the Nets had made it abundantly and publicly clear that they were open for business and got started soon after.

Brooklyn Nets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13, 2024

Report reveals Nets GM’s job status amid team upheaval

The former NBA player and assistant coach has held the GM position for the Nets since 2016.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / April 12, 2024

Report: Nets to retain GM, 'cast a wide net' in HC search

Report: Nets to retain GM, 'cast a wide net' in head-coaching search

Interim head coach Kevin Ollie is expected to receive consideration for the permanent position. The Nets have gone 11-17 under Ollie, a longtime former NBA player who took over for Jacque Vaughn a couple of months ago.

Brooklyn Nets Veteran Hoping to Remain With Team Next Season

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Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / July 10, 2023

Nets GM optimistic Simmons can return to All-Star form

Nets GM optimistic Ben Simmons can return to All-Star form

It's been a while since Ben Simmons stepped onto the hardwood, much less garnered an All-Star nod, but Nets GM Sean Marks believes the 26-year-old can reach those heights again.

Nets reveal major update on Simmons’ injury status

Veteran guard traded three times in 10 days

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