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On the opening day of NBA free agency, the Brooklyn Nets locked down Day’Ron Sharpe on a multi-year contract. Sharpe will return to the Nets on a two-year, $12 million contract, first reported by Hoopshype’s Michael Scotto and confirmed by ClutchPoints. The deal includes a team option in year two. The Nets signed Ziaire Williams […]

The Brooklyn Nets are bringing back a trade acquisition from last season. Free agent forward Ziaire Williams intends to re-sign with the team on a two-year, $12 million contract, first reported by ESPN and confirmed by ClutchPoints. The deal includes a team option in year two. Brooklyn acquired Williams and a second-round pick from the […]

The Brooklyn Nets made decisions on several free agents on Sunday. They extended a qualifying offer to Cam Thomas, but not to Day’Ron Sharpe and Ziaire Williams, league sources confirmed to ClutchPoints. Thomas is now a restricted free agent, while Sharpe and Williams are unrestricted. Thomas emerged as Brooklyn’s leading scorer over the last two […]

A consistent theme emerged from the Brooklyn Nets’ 2025 NBA Draft. Aside from the historic volume of picks, the team targeted ball-handlers known for their playmaking ability. The Nets’ lone deviation from that philosophy came at the No. 22 pick, where they selected North Carolina wing Drake Powell. Powell has arguably the best athletic profile […]

The Dallas Mavericks have reportedly honed in on their replacement point guard for the injured Kyrie Irving: D’Angelo Russell. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, who has long been plugged in with the Mavericks, Russell is believed to be by other teams a top target for Dallas this offseason. “The Mavericks continue to be described […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have captured their first NBA championship, but Sam Presti and the front office are already plotting how to extend this window and build a dynasty. With a roster loaded with young talent, a deep war chest of draft picks, and financial flexibility, OKC is uniquely positioned to pursue bold moves. Here […]

The Brooklyn Nets are facing a roster crunch after making an NBA-record five first-round picks in the 2025 NBA draft. They took their first step towards addressing it on Friday, waiving forward Maxwell Lewis. Lewis, the 40th pick in the 2023 draft, was on a non-guaranteed contract after joining the team alongside D’Angelo Russell in […]

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. 19 pick. Traore was widely considered a top-five prospect in the class at this time last year. However, […]

Egor Demin, the 6-foot-9 guard out of BYU selected No. 8 overall by the Brooklyn Nets in the 2025 NBA Draft, recently responded to comparisons with Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic following his first-round selection. Speaking with Andy Katz on The Sideline, the 19-year-old addressed the similarities while making it clear that his focus […]

The Brooklyn Nets aren’t done adding to their roster after making an NBA-record five first-round picks in the 2025 NBA draft. After going undrafted, Alabama big man Grant Nelson is signing a contract with Brooklyn and will compete for a two-way contract in training camp, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. Nelson was the No. 62 […]

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. The Nets shocked the draft community, selecting BYU point guard Egor Demin at No. 8. General manager Sean Marks revealed what led Brooklyn to […]

The Phoenix Suns are making moves ahead of night two of the 2025 NBA Draft as they are now in possession of three second-round draft picks. The Suns agreed to terms with the Brooklyn Nets on a trade that sends the 36th overall pick in the draft to Phoenix. The Nets are receiving two future […]

On Wednesday evening, the Brooklyn Nets used their first of five first round draft selections on point forward Egor Demin as the team looks to add its backcourt rotation. The Nets went on to draft multiple other backcourt players in the first round on Wednesday, drawing the ire of some fans and the applause of […]

The Brooklyn Nets are currently in a rebuilding phase. But while the Nets have a rich history, relocating to Brooklyn from New Jersey hasn’t exactly brought the franchise more fortune. In fact, the front office has gone through its fair share of fumbles throughout the years. On the bright side, the Nets have another chance […]

The Brooklyn Nets made NBA Draft history Wednesday night, becoming the first team to use five first-round picks in a single draft. But the bold move has left ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and others stunned by the organization’s decision not to pursue trades with the asset-rich hand they held. Entering the first night of the 2025 […]

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. 8, 19, 22, 26, 27), general manager Sean Marks had the assets to make a trade up the board. Instead, the Nets stood pat, becoming the first team in draft […]

While Cooper Flagg was the main reason for all the interest that surrounded the first round of the 2025 NBA draft in Brooklyn on Wednesday night, there was surely more to the event than just the Dallas Mavericks’ shiny new weapon from the Duke Blue Devils. After all, virtually everyone knew what was going to […]

The Brooklyn Nets were the first major surprise of the 2025 NBA Draft, selecting BYU point guard Egor Demin with the No. 8 pick. A 19-year-old floor general from Moscow, Russia, Demin represents the franchise’s first lottery pick since 2010. At 6-foot-8 with a 6-foot-10 wingspan, Demin boasts incredible size for a lead ball-handler. The […]

The Brooklyn Nets have five first round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. If they make all five selections, it would set a record. However, general manager Sean Marks could package some of their picks in order to move up the board. Brooklyn’s highest pick is No. 8. In addition to that the depth of […]

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving made headlines on Tuesday, declining his player option and signing a three-year, $119 million extension. The deal not only locks in the Mavericks’ star long-term, but it could also pave the way for the team to make a run at free agent point guard D’Angelo Russell, according to Marc […]

The Brooklyn Nets will have no shortage of opportunities to find future contributors in Wednesday’s NBA Draft. Following Tuesday’s trade with the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics, the rebuilding squad has five first-round selections (Nos. 8, 19, 22, 26, 27). Michigan center Danny Wolf is among the center prospects Brooklyn could target. The Nets hosted […]

The Brooklyn Nets are eyeing a move up the board in Wednesday’s NBA Draft. Armed with five first-round picks (Nos. 8, 19, 22, 26, 27), the team has inquired with several teams in the top five — including the San Antonio Spurs (No. 2), Philadelphia 76ers (No. 3) and Charlotte Hornets (No. 4) — about […]

The Brooklyn Nets joined the NBA’s trade frenzy on Tuesday, acquiring Terance Mann and the No. 22 pick in a three-team trade with the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics. Mann, who grew up in Brooklyn before moving to Massachusetts at the age of 10, reacted to the deal in real-time. “I was born in Brooklyn […]

Kristaps Porzingis is on his way out of Boston, as the Celtics have officially traded the 7-foot-2 big man. Reports indicate that he’s heading to the Atlanta Hawks in part of a three-team deal. The Hawks are acquiring Kristaps Porzingis from the Boston Celtics in a trade that includes the Brooklyn Nets, according to insider […]

Much of the focus on the Brooklyn Nets’ 2025 NBA Draft has centered on the No. 8 pick. However, the team has three other first-round picks (19, 26, 27) in a class featuring several enticing mid-round prospects. Cedric Coward is among the players general manager Sean Marks is eyeing after his first selection. The Washington […]

Trade talks between the Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets involving forward RJ Barrett have surfaced ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, with league insiders indicating that both teams could explore a deal centered around draft positioning and talent consolidation. According to ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel, Toronto has remained active in trade discussions involving Barrett, […]

One of the Brooklyn Nets’ potential international NBA draft targets will be at Barclays Center for Wednesday’s festivities. Noa Essengue will miss the remainder of the German league finals to attend the draft in Brooklyn, according to BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas. The 18-year-old French forward has had a productive season for Ratiopharm Ulm in the BBL, […]

An insider noted a realistic scenario that could happen between the Brooklyn Nets and Rutgers star Ace Bailey. Brooklyn certainly cannot be thrilled that it fell to No. 8 in the 2025 NBA Draft. That said, the Nets have five picks this year, including four first-round picks. The front office can therefore make plenty of […]

Former Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant was back in New York City this weekend, appearing at the Fanatics Fest. Naturally, the 15-time All-Star, who chose the Nets over the New York Knicks in free agency in 2019, received some jeers. One Knicks fan yelled that Durant wished he had joined the Knicks. However, Durant quickly […]

The Brooklyn Nets will be among the busiest teams in this year’s NBA Draft. With picks Nos. 8, 19, 26, 27 and 36, the rebuilding squad will be in play to select prospects at every juncture. That wide range has led them to bring in the majority of the draft’s prospects for workouts, according to […]

The Brooklyn Nets are uniquely positioned in this year’s NBA draft. With five selections in the top 36 (8, 19, 26, 27, 36) and in the early stages of a rebuild, the team can offer prospects immediate playing time in the league’s top market. Those factors have reportedly led Ace Bailey to pinpoint the Nets […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been crowned NBA champions for the first time, and Kevin Durant was traded to the Houston Rockets on Sunday. Now, the league turns their attention to the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday, as the level of uncertainty surrounding who will end up where after Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper are […]

With the Oklahoma City Thunder crowned as the 2024-25 NBA champion on Sunday, the offseason is officially underway. Among the first order of business for the Brooklyn Nets and other teams will be deciding the fates of their free agents. NBA teams will have an exclusive negotiating period with their free agents starting Monday morning […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s 2025 NBA championship run was a masterclass in youth development, roster construction, and star power. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander capped off a historic season by winning the MVP, scoring title, and Finals MVP, leading the Thunder to their first title since relocating to Oklahoma City. Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren emerged as elite […]

Cam Thomas’ future will be among the Brooklyn Nets’ top storylines this offseason. Ahead of the first free agency of his career, the 23-year-old reaffirmed his desire to remain with Brooklyn. “I definitely, definitely want to be back in Brooklyn. It’s definitely home for me. Being drafted there you definitely build bonds with a lot […]

The NBA Draft is just days away, and the rumor mill is hot with speculation. The latest rumblings name-drop the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, as there is a growing belief these teams are expected to trade up. Brooklyn, which owns picks 8, 19, 26, and 27, is seemingly the most talked-about team […]

Brooklyn Nets fans entered this season with dreams of securing a top-three draft pick. Rutgers’ Ace Bailey was among the prospects they had their sights set on. While the Nets’ fall to the No. 8 pick appeared to crush any hopes of landing the star forward, he may not be out of their reach after […]

As the NBA Finals approach a possible conclusion with Game 6 set for Thursday night, ESPN’s Zach Kram has proposed a potential trade between the Milwaukee Bucks and Brooklyn Nets centered around forward Cam Johnson. The deal is framed as a move to bolster the Bucks’ supporting cast around franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo. ESPN’s proposed […]

The regrouping Memphis Grizzlies hit an obvious crossroads after a disappointing, injury-riddled season, per EVP Zach Kleiman’s exit interview. Taylor Jenkins did not survive the 82-game gauntlet and the first aggressive move to elevate the team back into Western Conference contention was sending Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, and multiple first-round […]