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Nets' Michael Porter Jr. Believes Day'Ron Sharpe is Starting Caliber Center

The NBA traditionally favored big men until about a decade ago, as the game has become smaller and more perimeter-oriented. Many big men have had to adapt their games to fit with this current timeline.

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Egor Demin's Recent Stretch is Putting him in All-Rookie Position

The Brooklyn Nets have made a theme of not playing their rookies big minutes in recent years. No. 8 overall pick Egor Demin is breaking that mold this season and challenging other newcomers around the NBA for All-Rookie honors.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / January 7

Nets To Retain Tyrese Martin, Jalen Wilson Through Guarantee Deadline

The Nets won’t waive wing Tyrese Martin or forward Jalen Wilson prior to this week’s salary guarantee deadline, according to reports from Brian Lewis of The New York Post (Twitter links) and Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

E.J. Liddell News / NetsDaily / January 7

EJ Liddell goes down with injury in Long Island loss

The Long Island Nets returned to the court on Tuesday night for a rematch with the San Diego Clippers. The last time these two met was Sunday afternoon when Long Island walked away with a four-point win.

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The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?

The '2022-23 leading scorer for each NBA team' quiz

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 7

NBA Mock Trade: Nets Deal Michael Porter Jr. to East Contender

The Brooklyn Nets are in an extremely interesting situation at this point in the season, given the state of the roster and the team's performance as of late.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 7

What to Watch for in Brooklyn Nets vs. Magic

The Brooklyn Nets will face off against the Orlando Magic for the second time this season, this time at home. The Nets fell to the Magic 105-98 in their last matchup in November.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 6

Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. moves up in next batch of 2026 NBA All-Star voting

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr.’s All-Star case continues to gain momentum ahead of this year’s festivities. Porter Jr. jumped from 10th to ninth in the second return of the All-Star fan voting results.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 6

Michael Porter Jr. says Nets’ bench ‘beast’ should be NBA starter

Brooklyn Nets center Day’Ron Sharpe made a strong case for an expanded role during his first extended opportunity of the season. With Nic Claxton sidelined for the last two games due to personal reasons, Sharpe showcased his potential in a starting role.

Danny Wolf News / NetsDaily / January 6

Danny Wolf slumps, Dëmin shoots in Brooklyn Nets Rookie Report — No. 7

I write the introduction last. We’re already at 2000 words. Let’s get to it. We’re starting with Wolf because Head Coach Jordi Fernández gave his most insightful answer of the season in response to a question about Wolf.

Day'Ron Sharpe News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 5

Nets’ Day’Ron Sharpe Embraces Growth Mindset in Expanded Role

Day'Ron Sharpe stepped in as the Brooklyn Nets' starting center with Nic Claxton out of the lineup. As a result, he filled up the box score on both sides of the floor, proving he can bring the same energy to the court during longer stretches.

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The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

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The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / The Lead / January 5

The Brooklyn Nets Established a Legitimate Defensive Identity

The Brooklyn Nets were red hot in December, finishing the month with a 7-4 record. While the All-Star caliber offense from Michael Porter Jr. and the immediate impact of budding role players have contributed to their success, Brooklyn has found its identity all on the defensive end.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / January 5

Michael Porter Jr. Praises Nets for Instilling Confidence in Players

Michael Porter Jr. faced off against his former team for the first time, guiding the Brooklyn Nets to a 127-115 victory over the Denver Nuggets while producing 27 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists.

Nolan Traore News / NetsDaily / January 5

EXCLUSIVE: Nolan Traoré on NBA adjustment, G League, life in Brooklyn

This story was graciously written for NetsDaily by Elliott Caillot, a French student currently enrolled at Butler University. Though Caillot works for The Playoffs, a French-language sports outlet, he was recently credentialed for a few Brooklyn Nets games and practices during a trip to New York.

Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / January 3

Could under-the-radar Nets star Michael Porter Jr. be on the move?

Porter’s obvious strength is his ability to score in bunches as both a featured or complementary player.

Short-handed Nuggets continue rough road trip vs. Nets

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Active six-three-pointer NBA game leaders' quiz

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / January 3

Nets Notes: Cam Thomas, Michael Porter Jr, Day’Ron Sharpe, Nolan Traore

When Cam Thomas signed his qualifying offer in September, he ensured one thing. Flexibility. Thomas is now headed for unrestricted free agency this summer, and Kevin Durant believes the right team could unlock another level.