Celtics' upcoming soft schedule spot is a must-capitalize moment
With the Eastern Conference tighter than ever, the Boston Celtics must take full advantage of their upcoming matchups against lower-tier teams like the Bulls, Nets, and Bucks.
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How to watch Pacers vs Nets: Live stream NBA, TV channel
The Pacers visit the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 6:00 PM ET for an early‑season Eastern Conference showdown. Indiana, coming off a win over New Orleans and a loss to Dallas, leans on Tyrese Haliburton and veteran Pascal Siakam to sustain its fast‑tempo offense. Brooklyn, seeking its first victory after defeats to Charlotte and Cleveland, hopes its young roster can slow Indiana’s transition game at home. The game airs on DAZN IND, YES Network and streams live via DAZN. Catch the matchup to see which team grabs early momentum.
Cavaliers Beat Nets 125-121: Recap
The Cleveland Cavaliers fend off a late rally to edge the Brooklyn Nets 125-121 at Rocket Arena on Oct. 25, 2026. Donovan Mitchell (22) and Evan Mobley (20, 10) lead Cleveland’s 1‑1 start, while Jarrett Allen adds 21 points. Michael Porter Jr. tops Brooklyn with 28 points, but a 41‑point fourth quarter isn’t enough as the Nets fall to 0‑2. Cleveland dominates inside, outscoring the Nets 46‑30 in the paint and shooting 51% versus Brooklyn’s 40%. Both teams turnover 23 times, but the Cavs’ free‑throw edge (29‑23) secures the win, moving them to within one game of Detroit in the Central Division.
At Barclays Center, a new look emerges with art, clubs and the cloud
Barclays Center debuts a sweeping upgrade for the Nets' Opening Night on Oct. 25, blending art, cloud tech and new hospitality spaces. Highlights include a 60th‑anniversary court honoring all 575 former players, Sarah Sze’s LED “WAVE” sculpture, and works by Rashid Johnson and Mark Bradford as part of the Brooklyn Art Encounters initiative. The renovation—part of a $150 million, five‑year plan—adds a reimagined main entrance, expanded event‑level club themed on DUMBO, a new Amex Lounge for Platinum and Centurion members, and a modernized control room. Enhanced ticketing flow and premium lounge views aim to pull fans from home into a more immersive, Brooklyn‑centric arena experience.
Nets vs. Pacers: Brooklyn returns home looking for first win
The Brooklyn Nets head into a home finale against the Indiana Pacers Sunday night still winless (0-2) after a near‑comeback loss to Cleveland (125‑121). Julius Randle (28 PPG, 7 RB, 6 AST) and Michael Porter Jr. (27 PPG, 7 RB) kept the Nets afloat, but injuries loom—rookie Mikel Brown Jr. remains out with a back issue, and Day’Ron Sharpe faces foul trouble. The Pacers arrive 1‑1, boasting a dominant frontcourt led by Pascal Siakam and Ivica Zubac, who averages a double‑double and will test Brooklyn’s vulnerable interior defense. Key injury notes: Brown Jr., Tyler Bilodeau (Nets); T.J. McConnell, Johnny Furphy, Ben Sheppard (Pacers) out, with Braden Smith listed doubtful.
Cavaliers' narrow escape against Nets should set off alarm bells in Cleveland
James Harden struggled against Brooklyn, but Cleveland's 23 turnovers nearly caused another devastating collapse. The Cavaliers have a bigger problem.
Atkinson Calls Out Cavs' Conditioning in New Video After James Harden, Mitchell, Cavs Beat Nets
Two games into the regular season, Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson feels his team is still shaking out the cobwebs a bit physically.
Turnovers continue to plague the Cavs in the fourth quarter
The Cleveland Cavaliers have lost both fourth quarters they’ve played this season, surrendering a 24‑point combined deficit despite a 125‑121 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Coach Kenny Atkinson cites turnovers—16 lost possessions—as the root cause, while players like Donovan Mitchell and Mario Hezonja blame aggressive, late‑game blitz defenses that trap the ball. With only two reliable ball‑handlers and limited chemistry in the new lineup, the Cavs struggle to find open teammates. Both Mitchell and Hezonja say the issues are fixable and expect the early‑season growing pains to pay off later, but the team must tighten ball security now.
Cavaliers edge Nets as Brooklyn’s late rally falls short
The Cleveland Cavaliers held off a late Brooklyn Nets comeback to secure a 125-121 victory in their home opener on Saturday, October 24, at Rocket Arena. Donovan Mitchell scored 22 points, Jarrett Allen added 21 and Evan Mobley recorded 20 points and 10 rebounds as Cleveland improved to 1-1. Michael Porter Jr. led Brooklyn with […] The post Cavaliers edge Nets as Brooklyn’s late rally falls short appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cavs keep playing with fire, and even Donovan Mitchell knows it
The Cavaliers escaped with a win Saturday night. They also escaped with a few more lessons about finishing games, something coach Kenny Atkinson would probably prefer they learn without all the drama. After blowing a 29-point lead in Thursday’s season-opening loss to the 76ers, the Cavs nearly surrendered a 22-point advantage against the Nets before […] The post Cavs keep playing with fire, and even Donovan Mitchell knows it appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Diving deeper into Cavs narrow 125-121 victory over the Nets
In their home opener on Oct. 24, the Cleveland Cavaliers held off a furious Brooklyn Nets comeback to win 125-121, narrowly preserving a 22‑point fourth‑quarter lead. Michael Porter Jr. led with 28 points and four steals, Jarrett Allen added 21 points and a surprise three‑pointer, and Donovan Mitchell contributed 22 points, four assists and five rebounds while noting early‑season growing pains. Brooklyn’s James Harden supplied a highlight‑reel assist to Allen, but the Nets rallied to cut the margin to two before Cleveland sealed the win at the free‑throw line. The game underscored the Cavs’ continued fourth‑quarter execution issues despite the victory.
Nets’ late rally falls short in 125-121 loss to Cavaliers
The Brooklyn Nets rallied late but fell 125-121 to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Oct. 24, 2026. Egor Dëmin sparked the comeback, dropping 15 fourth‑quarter points and teaming with Mikel Brown Jr. for five late threes that trimmed a 22‑point deficit to four with 26.4 seconds left. Veteran Julius Randle contributed early, while Michael Porter Jr. finished with 28 points on 10‑of‑18 shooting. Despite improving shot volume in the second half and out‑rebounding the Cavs 24‑23, Brooklyn couldn’t overcome Cleveland’s 57.9% first‑half three‑point shooting. Coach Jordi Fernandez highlighted better shot quality as the key factor in the near‑miracle effort.
Dribbles: Cavs get the win, but why must they make it so difficult?
Random dribbles on the Cavaliers’ 125-121 win over the visiting Brooklyn Nets in Saturday’s home opener. 1. I said before the season that I thought these Cavaliers could be a frustrating bunch. I really didn’t want to be right. But two games into the season, I’m feeling pretty good about that prediction. Unfortunately. 2. Listen, […] The post Dribbles: Cavs get the win, but why must they make it so difficult? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Player Grades: Cavs vs Nets – Jarrett Allen plays the unsung hero
In the Cavs’ home‑opener win over the Nets, Jarrett Allen earns player‑of‑the‑game honors with 21 points, eight rebounds, two steals and a near‑perfect 7‑for‑8 shooting night, landing an A‑minus grade. Donovan Mitchell contributes 22 points but drops to a C+, while Evan Mobley posts a solid 20‑10 line for a B+. James Harden struggles, scoring just 12 on 1‑8 shooting and receives a D+. Bench spark plugs Jaylon Tyson (15 points) and Mario Hezonja (9) earn B‑ and B grades despite turnover issues. The grades breakdown highlights the team’s strengths and early‑season inconsistencies.
Nets Notes: Brown, 2025 Draft Picks, Rebounding, Demin
The Nets are taking a cautious approach with rookie guard Mikel Brown Jr., limiting him to 20 minutes per game after a preseason ankle injury. Coach Jordi Fernandez says Brown won’t see a full workload or back‑to‑backs soon, and he may sit out the upcoming game against Indiana. Brown faced Donovan Mitchell, a Louisville alum and mentor, who praised his potential. Meanwhile, 2025 first‑round picks Drake Powell, Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf remain on the bench as Fernandez preserves rotation continuity. The team also aims to improve rebounding after surrendering 15 offensive boards to the Hornets, with Julius Randle vowing to set a physical tone, and second‑year guard Egor Demin seeking to contribute despite limited shooting success.
Cavs nearly blow another lead, hold on in 125-121 win over Nets
The Cleveland Cavaliers scrape a 125-121 win over the Brooklyn Nets after nearly surrendering a 22‑point lead. Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen spark the start, each dropping 13 points and Allen hitting his first three‑pointer since December 2025, while the Cavs shoot 10‑of‑17 from beyond the arc in the first half. Turnovers plague Cleveland, with 23 total and eight in the final quarter, allowing Michael Porter Jr.’s 28 points and a 43‑point combined effort from Julius Randle and Egor Demin to cut the lead to two with under 10 seconds left. The victory puts the Cavs at 1‑1 heading into a home game against Minnesota on Monday.
Cavs vs. Nets home opener game thread
The Cleveland Cavaliers will look to rebound as they host the Brooklyn Nets for their home opener. Share your thoughts as the game unfolds. If you aren’t a member of the community, sign up so you can talk to your fellow Cavalier fans and make your voice heard!
Cavaliers' star backcourt faces an immediate test after Philadelphia disaster
Donovan Mitchell and James Harden combined for 11 turnovers against Philadelphia. The Cavaliers need better ball security against Brooklyn.
LIVE DISCUSSION: Brooklyn Nets at Cleveland Cavaliers, 7:30 PM ET
The Brooklyn Nets (0‑1) head to Cleveland to face the Cavs (0‑1) at 7:30 PM ET on Oct. 24, with the game streamed on YES Network and DAZN. After a 110‑103 opening‑night loss to Charlotte, where the Hornets dominated the paint, the Nets are dealing with a minutes restriction on rookie Mikel Brown Jr., who remains sidelined for the back‑to‑back against Indiana and will be limited again tonight. Injuries also affect both squads: Nets guard Tyler Bilodeau (right shoulder) is out, while Cleveland lists Khalifa Diop (left knee) and Nae’Qwan Tomlin (lower back) on the injury board. Coach Jordi Fernandez emphasizes the need for early transition offense and highlights Julius Randle’s role as the Nets seek to rebound from a rough start.
How to watch Cavaliers vs Nets: NBA, live stream, TV channel
The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Brooklyn Nets Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET on DAZN. Both clubs seek their first win of the 2026‑27 season after losses to Philadelphia (114‑106) and Charlotte (110‑103). Led by Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, the Cavs aim to bounce back, while the Nets need solid defense and shooting to stay competitive. Stream the game live on DAZN, but note regional restrictions may apply.
NBA Rumors: Warriors, Kristaps Porzingis, Wizards, Anthony Davis, Nets
Warriors The Warriors may want to trade Kristaps Porzingis, but getting another team to send back someone who can help? Well, that’s where things get complicated. According to Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports, Golden State might have to absorb an unwanted contract, attach a first-round pick or potentially do both to move Porzingis. His uncertain […] The post NBA Rumors: Warriors, Kristaps Porzingis, Wizards, Anthony Davis, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Brooklyn Nets Should Target Tyler Herro: How This Trade Can Happen
Here is how the Nets could make a move for Tyler Herro and why a trade with the Bucks could make sense for both teams at this point.
Nets vs Cavs: Nets take to road in Cleveland
The Brooklyn Nets head to Cleveland for their second game of the 2026‑27 season, facing the Cavaliers on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 7:30 PM ET in Rocket Arena. After a 110‑103 home loss to Charlotte, the Nets rely on Julius Randle’s 30‑point debut, though he admits the team must improve rebounding against Cleveland’s strong interior duo of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. Injuries sideline Tyler Bilodeau (Nets) and Khalifa Diop plus Nae’Qwan Tomlin (Cavs). Rookie Mikel Brown Jr. remains on a minutes limit, while the Cavs will lean on Donovan Mitchell to ignite their offense. The game streams on YES Network and DAZN.
NBA Notes: Cavs, Kenny Atkinson, Nets, Raptors, Scottie Barnes
Cavaliers Kenny Atkinson saw the same thing everyone else did. The Sixers turned up the pressure, and the Cavs didn’t have a good enough answer. “They upped their pressure and physicality. It was pretty clear. We did not handle it well,” Atkinson said after Cleveland squandered a 29-point lead in its season opener, via Zach […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Kenny Atkinson, Nets, Raptors, Scottie Barnes appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hawks’ defense shines, defeat Hornets 128-81
The Atlanta Hawks dominate the Charlotte Hornets 128‑81 on Oct. 23, 2026, showcasing a suffocating defense that held Charlotte to just 19 points in the third quarter. Jalen Johnson leads with 19 points, seven rebounds and eight assists, while Aaron Wiggins matches his 19‑point night and Dyson Daniels adds 11 points and nine rebounds. Bench contributors Zuby Ejiofor and Kingston Fleming each hit their first career three‑pointers. The Hawks build a 68‑43 halftime lead and never look back, capitalizing on the Hornets' injuries to Kon Knuppel and Coby White. The victory follows both teams’ season‑opening wins and highlights Atlanta’s depth and defensive intensity.
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