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The Brooklyn Nets’ coaching decisions were a point of controversy during Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving’s tenure. Shortly after the star duo signed, the Nets fired Kenny Atkinson, who had led an underdog Brooklyn squad to the East’s sixth seed the previous year. They replaced him with Hall of Fame point guard Steve Nash. Nash […]

Former Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving filled his stint with the team with more than just highlights. It also came with a string of controversies. In a stunning revelation, Kyrie Irving shared that during the turmoil of the COVID-19 vaccine suspension, he didn’t want to stay sidelined. He wanted out. According to him, during his […]

Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant joined the Brooklyn Nets as a package deal in 2019 free agency. The duo’s tumultuous tenure ultimately went up in flames. Irving recently opened up on his decision to join the Nets. The nine-time All-Star revealed that he never met with Brooklyn’s front office before signing and that the team […]

The Brooklyn Nets will offer Michael Porter Jr. an expanded offensive role after acquiring him in a trade this summer. A member of the team’s front office feels the 6-foot-10 sharpshooter could be among the NBA’s top scorers next season. “We’re transitioning our roster, of course. We’re going to play a lot of young players. […]

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas made headlines earlier this week, dropping an F-bomb on the Ringer’s Zach Lowe and the narrative that he is a ball hog. Lowe responded to Thomas’ clapback on the latest episode of his podcast. “If Cam Thomas had listened to the subsequent 12 minutes — I don’t think he did, […]

Brooklyn Nets top draft pick Egor Demin is attempting to carve out a legacy as the centerpiece of the team’s rebuild. The Russian floor general recently revealed which NBA players he drew inspiration from during his youth. The list includes two point guards with close ties to the Nets organization. “I have guys I like. […]

Egor Demin was pegged as the Brooklyn Nets’ point guard of the future after the 2025 NBA Draft. However, the No. 8 pick played primarily off the ball during his three appearances at Summer League. While part of that was by design, most of it was due to his deficiencies as a ball handler. “I […]

Heading into the 2025 NBA offseason, the Brooklyn Nets stood alone atop the league’s cap space leaderboard. That granted them unmatched flexibility to shape their future. With the ability to sign unrestricted free agents, offer sheets to restricted ones, facilitate complex multi-team trades, and absorb unwanted contracts, Brooklyn’s front office held all the cards. They […]

Cam Johnson praised former Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez during his introductory press conference with the Denver Nuggets following a high-profile offseason trade between the two teams. The Nuggets officially introduced Johnson this week after acquiring the 29-year-old forward from Brooklyn in exchange for Michael Porter Jr. As part of his remarks, Johnson took […]

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas is facing a tepid market in restricted free agency. While part of that is due to the limited cap space around the NBA, some of it stems from narratives surrounding the fourth-year guard. “The consensus on Cam Thomas — if there is one, and he’s got some fans, and he’s […]

The Brooklyn Nets entered the 2025 offseason at a clear crossroads. After years of chasing championships through splashy moves — from Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving to Mikal Bridges – the front office finally hit the reset button. That pivot became real when Cam Johnson was traded to the Denver Nuggets for Michael Porter Jr., […]

Rookie first-round pick Egor Demin led the Brooklyn Nets to their first win at Summer League on Wednesday. He earned his first major highlight with the team during the process. Midway through the first quarter, Demin broke away from a pair of Magic defenders, went coast to coast and threw down a vicious dunk with […]

Cam Thomas’ future with the Brooklyn Nets remains one of the most puzzling free agency storylines of the offseason. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the gap between the Nets and their restricted free agent scoring guard is wider than many expected. Despite extending a $5.99 million qualifying offer to Thomas in late June. That […]

Following losses in their first three Summer League games, the Brooklyn Nets were on the verge of a 23-point collapse on Wednesday. With the Orlando Magic making a late comeback, the Nets needed someone to save them from an embarrassing defeat. Egor Demin, the team’s prized draft selection, answered the call. After Orlando climbed within […]

Terance Mann’s trade to the Brooklyn Nets takes him back to the origin of his basketball journey. The newest Net was raised in Brooklyn. His mother coached at LIU Brooklyn, blocks away from what is now Barclays Center. “Man, it’s just crazy to think about,” Mann said of his homecoming. “I grew up around there. […]

The Brooklyn Nets are currently in the midst of a full-scale rebuild, having used five (!) first round selections in the recent NBA Draft. It’s a far cry from where the Nets were a few years ago when Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving were on their roster and the team was thought to be a […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ decision to draft three international point guards left many observers scratching their heads. Even more puzzling was the fact that all three of their guard selections — Egor Demin, Nolan Traore and Ben Saraf — were subpar shooters last season. Yet, the Nets have projected confidence, even adamance, that their draft picks […]

Nolan Traore and Ben Saraf’s first NBA Summer League with the Brooklyn Nets is nearly in the books. The rookie guard duo will rest during Wednesday’s matchup vs. the Orlando Magic. Brooklyn will be on the second night of a back-to-back following Tuesday’s 97-93 loss to the New York Knicks. Traore and Saraf both made […]

The Brooklyn Nets entered the 2025 NBA Summer League with a record five first-round picks, a crowded frontcourt, and sky-high anticipation. After two games in Las Vegas, they sit at 0-2, having lost to both the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Washington Wizards. While Summer League results rarely translate directly into regular-season performance, these games […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ five first-round picks dominated headlines leading up to Summer League, but Drew Timme has been the team’s star through two games in Las Vegas. Timme dominated during Sunday’s Washington Wizards matchup, posting a game-high 30 points on 13-of-24 shooting with five rebounds and three assists. The former Gonzaga star’s performance drew praise […]

By all accounts, Michael Porter Jr. has had a successful NBA career. The No. 14 pick in the 2018 draft was a starter on a Denver Nuggets championship team and has averaged over 16 points per game in four of his six seasons. However, Porter Jr. feels there’s another level to his game that he’s […]

Day’Ron Sharpe knew the Brooklyn Nets were his home as he entered free agency for the first time in his career this summer. The 2021 first-round pick agreed to a two-year, $12 million contract to return to the only NBA team he’s ever played for. As Brooklyn enters year two of its rebuild, he’s excited […]

The Brooklyn Nets acquired Michael Porter Jr. from the Denver Nuggets in a surprise NBA Free Agency move. Now officially a Net, Porter Jr. responded in classic MPJ fashion: calm, casual, and totally unfazed. The 6’10” forward recently shared how he found out about the trade. Let’s just say there was no drama, no phone […]

Drew Timme pulled off a spectacular highlight during Sunday’s Summer League matchup between the Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards. Timme is progressing through the second year of his NBA career after completing his rookie season with the Nets. He only took part in nine games, including two starts. Looking to make a strong impression as […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ historic 2025 draft stunned NBA executives and analysts. That shock wasn’t just a product of the team making a record five first-round picks, but also using three of them on international point guards. Yet, the Nets are confident that Egor Demin (No. 8), Nolan Traore (No. 19) and Ben Saraf (No. 26) […]

Michael Porter Jr. was seeking an expanded role with the Denver Nuggets in recent seasons. His trade to the Brooklyn Nets, where he’ll reunite with former Nuggets assistant Jordi Fernandez, will give him just that. “He’s excited to be here. I’m excited to reunite with him. We have history together. I loved my time with […]

Kevin Durant recently made the headlines, as he’s finally taking his talents to the Houston Rockets after a blockbuster seven-team trade which is the largest trade in NBA history. As Durant continues to search for a championship outside of Golden State, things are looking bleak for him. In fact, the move out of Phoenix is […]

After seven seasons with the Denver Nuggets, Michael Porter Jr. is embracing a new opportunity with the Brooklyn Nets. The change of scenery reunites him with a familiar face in Jordi Fernandez. The Nets head coach revealed what the 6-foot-10 forward will bring to the table. “Mike brings positional size, rebounding, and a lot of […]

After over a year of trade speculation, Cam Johnson’s Brooklyn Nets tenure came to a close last week. Following the news that he was joining the Denver Nuggets in a trade for Michael Porter Jr., the veteran forward reflected on his Nets tenure during an emotional goodbye. “I love the people in that building. My […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ historic rookie class made its Summer League debut on Thursday. While Egor Demin headlined the team’s NBA-record five first-round picks, Nolan Traore stole the show during a 90-81 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Traore was Brooklyn’s only rookie to crack double figures, posting 13 points and three assists on 3-of-5 shooting […]

The Brooklyn Nets appeared to have drafted their point guard of the future when they took Egor Demin with the No. 8 pick last month. However, the subsequent selections of point guards Nolan Traore and Ben Saraf left many draft observers scratching their heads. The group made its NBA Summer League debut on Thursday, a […]

In an NBA offseason filled with headline moves, surprise trades, and power-shifting contracts, the Brooklyn Nets were… silent. No blockbuster signing. No splashy draft-night maneuvering. Not even a mid-tier veteran pickup. Just a single trade and a couple of restricted free agent tenders. This eerie stillness in an otherwise booming free agency market could ultimately […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder picked up where they left off last season after winning their first assignment in the NBA Summer League on Thursday. The defending champions defeated the Brooklyn Nets, 90-81, behind the trio of Ajay Mitchell, Nikola Topic, and Chris Youngblood. Drew Timme, meanwhile, was a bright spot for the Nets, finishing with […]

After over a year of trade speculation, the Brooklyn Nets parted ways with Cam Johnson during a busy start to their offseason. The rebuilding squad dealt the 6-foot-8 sharpshooter to the Denver Nuggets for Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick. Bill Simmons crushed Brooklyn’s front office following the deal. “Did they have […]

The NBA revealed its groups for the 2025-26 Emirates Cup, also known as the in-season tournament, on Wednesday. There will be no shortage of competition for the Brooklyn Nets during this year’s tournament. The Nets will compete in East Group B alongside the Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic. The Nets’ group […]

Michael Porter Jr. was an integral piece to the Denver Nuggets’ 2023 championship run. Two years later, he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson in a cost-cutting move. While the abrupt trade to Brooklyn shocked Porter Jr. and many NBA fans, the 27-year-old feels the change of scenery is just what he’s […]

Following a strong performance last season, the Houston Rockets made sure to make bold moves in the offseason to build on their momentum heading into the next campaign. The Rockets made arguably the biggest splash this summer by acquiring Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns in a historic seven-team trade. Despite being the second seed, […]

The 2025 NBA offseason has been full of blockbuster moves. One such shocking trade saw the Memphis Grizzlies send Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for four first-round picks, a first-round pick swap, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Cole Anthony. Another jaw-dropper occurred when the Boston Celtics traded Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers for Anfernee […]

The focus for the Boston Celtics this offseason has been making the most expensive team in NBA history a now, much more affordable roster, and an Anfernee Simons trade could be the next step in that process. First trading Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers, and then Kristaps Porziņģis to the Atlanta Hawks, the […]