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Long Island Nets unveil camp roster with NBA, local connections
The Long Island Nets reveal a 17‑player training camp roster ahead of their 11th G League season, which kicks off Nov. 7 against the Greensboro Swarm. The lineup includes three two‑way contracts—Chaney Johnson, Grant Nelson and rookie Tyler Bilodeau (currently injured)—as well as Brooklyn’s recent draftees Joshua Jefferson, Drake Powell and Ben Saraf. Familiar faces from the Nets’ Summer League, such as Dion Brown, Dain Dainja, Ben Humrichous, Aaron Scott and Dwight Murray, round out the squad, with Scott and Murray joining via trades. Notable additions feature former Boston Celtics wing Aaron Scott, former Maine Celtics forward Jonathan Pierre, and DJ Rodman, son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman. Isaiah “Zay” Wong brings the most NBA experience, having played for the Hornets and Pacers.
Nets vs. Celtics preview: Brooklyn looks for its first win of season
The Brooklyn Nets aim for their first win of the 2026‑27 season as they travel to TD Garden to face a revamped Boston Celtics. After consecutive blowout losses to Cleveland (136‑109) and a 136‑109 defeat by Indiana, the Nets are missing several G‑League call‑ups and will rely on the return of rookie guard Mikel Brown Jr. Boston, fresh off a 134‑99 rout of Chicago and led by Jayson Tatum’s rebounding and playmaking surge, seeks to extend its early dominance. With the Celtics’ potent three‑point attack and strong defense, the matchup promises a tough test for Brooklyn’s struggling unit.
FAREWELL — Lucas Kaplan
Longtime NetsDaily writer Lucas Kaplan announces he’s joining the Los Angeles Sparks front office, ending his coverage of the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty. Kaplan reflects on nearly two decades of blogging, from posting game clips in college to covering New York’s first pro basketball championship in 50 years and interviewing legends like Vince Carter and Kyrie Irving. He thanks colleagues, mentors, and readers for their support, noting his growth in WNBA coverage and the vibrant comment community that shaped his career.
Nets can’t keep up with Pacers, lose 136-109
The Brooklyn Nets fall 136-109 to the Indiana Pacers, extending their winless start. Despite early steals and a solid start from bigs Mo Wagner (13 points) and Day’Ron Sharpe, the Nets couldn’t contain Indiana’s shooting surge, especially a second‑half barrage of threes that built a 26‑point lead. Nolan Traoré leads Brooklyn with 17 points and five assists, but the team shoots just 8‑23 overall in the third quarter and commits five turnovers. Coach Fernandez calls the three‑quarter performance “unacceptable,” as the Nets search for defensive identity and offensive consistency.
Live Discussion: Indiana Pacers at Brooklyn Nets, 6:00 PM ET
The Brooklyn Nets, still winless at 0-2 in the 2026‑27 season, host the Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center on Sunday at 6:00 PM ET. After a near‑comeback loss to Cleveland (125‑121), the Nets must also cope with the loss of rookie forward Mikel Brown Jr., who sits out on a minutes restriction after an ankle sprain. The Pacers come off a 16‑point defeat to Dallas and will be missing T.J. McConnell, Johnny Furphy and Ben Sheppard, with Braden Smith listed as doubtful. The game streams on YES Network and DAZN.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Flatbush 5 flat on Opening Night … should we worry?
The Brooklyn Nets entered Opening Night with a disappointing performance from their highly touted 2025 draft class, the so‑called Flatbush 5. Only No. 8 pick Egor Demin and No. 19 pick Nolan Traore saw minutes, combining for just seven points on 2‑of‑14 shooting, two assists and three turnovers in 42 minutes. The other three first‑rounders didn’t play at all, raising concerns about the rebuild’s progress. Coach Jacques Fernández remains confident, citing the players’ potential and a plan to improve their decision‑making. Meanwhile, recent first‑round pick Mikel Brown Jr. (No. 6, 2026) shows promise despite a lingering ankle issue, and the Nets must decide by Nov. 2 whether to retain all five young assets.
Will the Nets’ positional size approach lead to another season of small-ball problems?
On opening night, the Brooklyn Nets' new "positional size" strategy backfires as Charlotte racks up 48 paint points and 20 second‑chance points, highlighting glaring rebounding woes. Day’Ron Sharpe’s early foul trouble forces a makeshift frontcourt, and Moritz Wagner’s entry sparks an 11‑1 Hornets run. Despite Julius Randle’s 33 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, the Nets can’t contain the glass—Charlotte shoots 77.3% at the rim versus Brooklyn’s 50% and finishes with 65‑64 lead late in the third. Coach Jordi Fernández blames technique and accountability, while foul trouble leaves rookie Noah Clowney in a small‑ball role. The bench contributes just 25 points, underscoring the Nets’ struggle to translate size into defensive stability.
Brooklyn Nets drop season opener to Charlotte Hornets, 110-103
The Brooklyn Nets fall 110-103 to the Charlotte Hornets in their season opener on October 22, 2026. Julius Randle scores the Nets' first point of the year, while rookie Mikel Brown Jr. debuts with six points, three assists and three rebounds, earning praise from Randle and Day’Ron Sharpe. The Hornets pull ahead after Sharpe exits, sealing the win with a late 22-12 run and a 54-48 halftime lead. Charlotte dominates the paint with 14 points and five offensive boards. Despite a strong offensive flow from the Nets, the loss highlights growing pains for the young roster.
LIVE DISCUSSION: Charlotte Hornets at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 PM ET
The Nets open the 2026‑27 season at home against the Hornets on Oct. 21 at 7:30 PM ET. Brooklyn builds around rookie lottery picks Egor Dëmin and Mikel Brown Jr., adds three‑time All‑Star Julius Randle and newcomers Keon Ellis and Mo Wagner, and emphasizes defense for its 24.3‑year‑old roster. Charlotte, after trading LaMelo Ball and Josh Green for Naz Reid and draft assets, loses Kon Knueppel, Coby White and Grant Williams to injury. Nets' Mikel Brown Jr. will debut off the bench with a 24‑minute limit. The game streams on YES & DAZN from Barclays Center.
Nets vs. Hornets: Opening Night and the dawn of a new era?
Opening Night marks the start of a new era for the Brooklyn Nets as they host the Charlotte Hornets on Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The Nets debut forward Julius Randle (30) and two 20‑point scorers—Randle and Michael Porter Jr.—while rookie No. 6 pick Mike Brown Jr. begins his NBA career off the bench after an ankle sprain. Keon Ellis likely starts alongside Egor Demin, and Day’Ron Sharpe steps in as the starting center after Nic Claxton’s trade. The Hornets enter shorthanded, missing Kon Knueppel, Coby White, Grant Williams and Kylan Boswell with injuries. Stream on YES Network or DAZN.
Join us for the 2026-27 Nets season on the SB Nation app
NetsDaily invites fans to download the new SB Nation app for the 2026‑27 Brooklyn Nets season. Launched two months ago, the app centralizes community posts, comments, and articles while adding a live game‑chat feature that lets users react to every play in real time. Early users have set single‑day commenting records, and the app now supports iOS and Android in North America, with expansion to Europe underway. The post highlights faster load times, push notifications for replies, and ad‑free reading options, positioning the app as the go‑to hub for Nets and NBA fans.
NetsDaily Reporters’ Roundtable: How good, how bad will the 2026-27 Nets be?
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.
How long will MPJ be a Net? Does controversy matter?
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.
Egor Demin ready, willing and able
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.
In surprise, Joshua Jefferson will be ready Wednesday
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.
Nets decline to extend Noah Clowney but Jordi Fernandez praises consistency
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.
Small town stars Grant Nelson, Chaney Johnson make case for bigger roles as Nets two-ways
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.
Can Nets ‘shock the world?’ Is that really possible?!?
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.
Defense! defense! … Not so much!!
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 […]
The Brooklyn Podcast: Brooklyn Nets 2026-27 Season Preview SPECIAL
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, […]
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