Brooklyn Nets reporters predict a turnaround for 2026-27 after ending a three‑year tank. With a 24.3‑year average age and only three rookies, the squad adds six new players, highlighted by veteran Julius Randle, a two‑time All‑NBA and Most Improved Player. Coach Jordi Fernandez enters his third year as the team aims for around 33 wins, with many writers dreaming of a play‑in spot. The buzz centers on the young backcourt—Mikel Brown Jr., Egor Dëmin and the "Flatbush 5"—and Randle’s veteran leadership helping the core develop. The consensus: expect a competitive, non‑tanking Nets season.
Egor Demin’s development was the talk of the Brooklyn Nets’ offseason. The former No. 8 pick’s physical improvement has left many confident that he’ll make a sophomore leap. How much has Demin grown physically since his rookie campaign? “Maybe you ask performance about his weight and how much bigger his biceps are. Maybe that’s a […]
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Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. enters the final year of his $40.8 million contract amid growing trade speculation. ESPN's Brian Windhorst and New York Post's Brian Lewis label him a potential short‑termer, noting he led the Nets in scoring last season with 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists. While Nets GM Sean Marks says he likes Porter and the player publicly wishes to stay, Porter’s recent podcast controversies—including remarks about Andrew Tate and a trans‑woman encounter—have sparked criticism and could affect his market value. The franchise has until June 30 to offer an extension, and his status will likely dominate trade rumors up to the Feb. 11 deadline.
Stephen Curry is cleared for the Warriors’ season opener against the Lakers, but Golden State starts shorthanded as Brandin Podziemski (questionable, back soreness) and Charles Bassey (knee tendinitis) are day‑to‑day, with Kristaps Porzingis out sick and Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody still recovering. In New Orleans, Dejounte Murray expects to play after a toe injury, while the Sixers list Dean Wade, Anfernee Simons and Adem Bona as questionable for their opener. The Cavs’ Sam Merrill and Nae’Qwan Tomlin grapple with elbow and back issues, respectively, and the Nets have rookie Joshua Jefferson ready but Tyler Bilodeau sidelined with a shoulder injury. The Raptors are nearly fully healthy, with Alijah Martin cleared and Nate Bittle back in practice.
Egor Demin emerges as Brooklyn's potential franchise face as the 2026‑27 season begins. The 20‑year‑old 6'9" point guard/forward, the Nets' 2025 eighth‑overall pick, posted 10.3 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists last year while setting a rookie record with 34 straight games making a 3‑pointer. In summer league and preseason he boosted his scoring to 21.3 points per game and improved his strength, drawing praise from coach Jacque Fernández. Demin emphasizes continuous improvement, multilingual leadership, and a team‑first mindset ahead of the opening night versus the Hornets.
Before free agency, NBA champion Michael Porter Jr. tells content creator Brayden Zaroff that money won’t drive his decisions—he’s chasing peace and an All‑Star nod. The 28‑year‑old, who jumped from a $800 college stipend to a $173 million, five‑year rookie‑max deal, now earns $40.8 million with the Brooklyn Nets. After a career‑best 24.2 points per game in 2025‑26, he aims to improve his efficiency, earn his first All‑Star selection and help Brooklyn build a lasting culture, regardless of contract offers. Insiders note his last‑year contract makes him a top trade candidate heading into the season.
Brooklyn Nets rookie Joshua Jefferson, the 23‑year‑old 6’9” point forward selected 28th overall, surprises by being cleared for Wednesday’s season‑opener against the Charlotte Hornets. After missing summer league, training camp and all four preseason games due to an ankle injury and back stiffness, head coach Jordi Fernandez confirms Jefferson participated in contact practice and is “ready.” Jefferson averaged 7.3 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists in three summer games and is expected to provide size, versatility and playmaking alongside Egor Demin. Only second‑round pick Tyler Bilodeau remains unavailable.
The Brooklyn Nets declined to give 2023 draftee Noah Clowney a rookie extension, placing him on a $5.4 million prove‑it deal that makes him a restricted free agent in June. At 22, Clowney posted 12.3 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.4 free‑throw attempts per game over 66 contests, shooting 40 % from the field, 33 % from three and 80 % from the line. Coach Jordi Fernandez praised his consistency and believes his size, shooting and effort will help win games, even in a reduced role behind Julius Randle. Clowney acknowledges the shift and aims to improve rebounding and defense.
The Phoenix Suns claim former Gonzaga star Drew Timme off waivers, filling the last two‑way contract slot after waiving Kobe Brea and CJ Huntley. Timme, a 6‑9 power forward who turned 26, has posted 5.6 points and 2.7 rebounds over two NBA seasons with the Nets and Lakers, and averaged 12.1 points and 7.2 rebounds in nine games for Brooklyn in 2024‑25. Known for interior scoring, passing and solid defense, he earned All‑NBA G League Second Team honors twice but remains a work‑in‑progress from deep. The Suns add his size and versatility as they finalize roster moves before the season.
Brooklyn Nets first-round pick Joshua Jefferson could make his NBA debut soon. After missing the preseason due to a back ailment, Jefferson practiced fully on Monday, per head coach Jordi Fernandez. The No. 28 pick will be available for Wednesday’s regular season opener vs. the Charlotte Hornets. “[Joshua] will be available, yeah. He just practiced, […]
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The Phoenix Suns have claimed forward Drew Timme off waivers, according to HoopsHype. Timme, a former Gonzaga University standout, joins Phoenix after spending training camp with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 6-foot-10 big man has played two NBA seasons, previously appearing for the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers. Across those two seasons, Timme has averaged […]
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Brooklyn Nets two-way guards Grant Nelson and Chaney Johnson are making a strong case for full NBA contracts as they enter their second year with the club. Johnson, a 24‑year‑old from Alabaster, Alabama, posted 14.4 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals over 24 G League games and averaged 8.2 points and 4.6 rebounds in 17 regular‑season NBA appearances, earning praise for his gritty defense and locker‑room work ethic. Nelson, also on a two‑way deal, is pushing for a standard roster spot amid a crowded, youth‑heavy squad (average age 24.31) and limited minutes. With injuries likely and the Nets allowed to dress two‑way players in up to 50 games, both could see increased minutes this season.
In 2021, Kyrie Irving went on Instagram Live and told fans, “Don’t believe that I’m retiring,” as his vaccine standoff with the Nets raised questions about his future. Five years later, the Mavericks guard is far more open about the idea. Asked on Monday when he plans to retire, Irving said he’ll use the next […]
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For the first time in his NBA career, Franz Wagner is entering a season without his brother, Moe, by his side. Following six seasons with the Orlando Magic, Moe signed a two-year, $19 million contract with the Brooklyn Nets this summer. Franz recently revealed his initial reaction to his brother departing for Brooklyn. “Moe called […]
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Ben Simmons revealed he could barely move after suffering excruciating back pain around his 2022 trade to Brooklyn.
The Brooklyn Nets enter the 2026‑27 season confident they can "shock the world" and target a 50‑win milestone, despite outsiders predicting only 18–24 wins. Led by veteran Julius Randle—who claims he’s at his career peak—and a roster averaging just 24.3 years, the team leans on youth development, flexibility and the guidance of coach Jordi Fernández. General manager Sean Marks stresses a long‑term rebuild focused on growth rather than set win totals, while media previews from the New York Post and Daily News suggest a realistic 30‑win goal. The article also notes the upcoming February 11 trade deadline as a pivotal moment for the Nets' contention push.
The Washington Wizards have signed Reece Beekman to a two-way contract, the team announced Saturday. Beekman, 24, spent four seasons at Virginia before going undrafted in 2024. He spent his rookie season with the Golden State Warriors and later the Brooklyn Nets. The 6-foot-3 guard played last season with the Osceola Magic — the Orlando […]
Following the Sixers preseason loss to the Brooklyn Nets a little more than a week ago, I wrote about my […]
Giannis Antetokounmpo is still the new star in town, but his fit with the Heat is feeling more natural as the regular season approaches, Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald writes in a subscriber-only story. Antetokounmpo didn’t play in Friday’s preseason finale, but he turned in another dominant performance Wednesday against Brooklyn, finishing with 20 […]
Point guard Reece Beekman will fill the Wizards’ open two-way slot, having had his Exhibit 10 contract converted to a two-way deal, the team announced today (via Twitter). Beekman, 25, appeared in 36 regular season games in 2024/25 for the Warriors and Nets after going undrafted out of Virginia, then spent last season with the […]
The Brooklyn Nets ranked 30th in both offensive and defensive ratings last season and that was a good thing if you’re tanking to get a high pick. But if you’re trying to win some games in the next stage of the multi-year rebuild, one or the other will have to improve dramatically. So far, based […]
It feels a little different this time, right? The Brooklyn Nets begin their 2026-27 season this week! We’ve got Julius Randle, a bigger Egor Dëmin, a darn good prospect in Mikel Brown Jr., and a whole lot else to be excited about now. In this season preview pod, we share our predictions for the year, […]
The roster fine-tuning has begun for the Phoenix Suns as they prepare for the 2026–27 season, and I have a feeling some of the more analytical members of the fan base aren’t going to be particularly happy with the latest decision. After being claimed off waivers following his release from the Brooklyn Nets last season, […]
Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns may be unhappy about not getting an extension during training camp but he’s thrilled with his new backup. Towns has plenty of nice things to say about veteran big man Andre Drummond. “He’s amazing, he’s amazing,” Towns said, per Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News. “In my opinion, one […]
The Nets’ highest pick since the New Jersey Nets took Derrick Favors in 2010 will not start in Wednesday’s opener vs. Charlotte Hornets. Jordi Fernandez also told reporters at Friday’s practice that Mikel Brown Jr. will be on minutes restriction. Brown Jr. played 18 minutes in the last preseason game two days ago, his only […]