Drake Powell joins the starting lineup as the Nets aim to end their five-game losing streak
Nets coach Jordi Fernandez suggested he might consider modifying the rotation after the team faced a five-game losing streak in New Orleans. A notable adjustment during this week’s Brooklyn trip was the inclusion of rookie Drake Powell in the starting lineup for two consecutive games. Powell, selected 22nd overall, is the third of the Nets’ […]
Nets lose late advantage to Pelicans as their losing streak reaches five games
Nets Fall Short Against Pelicans in Close Matchup The Pelicans hold the title of the worst team in the NBA currently, but the Nets took that spot during their game on Wednesday. Brooklyn started strong with a 12-point lead but ultimately squandered an eight-point advantage in the fourth quarter, losing the game 116-113 at the […]
Nets face a harsh reality, coach understands at least one reason why
The Nets have faced a harsh return to reality. After their latest defeat, they fell 113-105 to the Mavericks in Dallas, marking their seventh loss in eight games. This slump comes after a brief period where they looked promising, finishing a 10-game stretch at 7-3, which sparked some hope for the season. For a while, […]
Nets’ ineffective offense falls short against Cooper Flagg and the Mavericks in their fourth consecutive defeat
The Nets faced challenges against Cooper Flagg and, frankly, their own shooting woes on Monday. In front of a crowd of 18,632 at the American Airlines Center, the Nets fell to Dallas, marking their fourth consecutive loss, with a final score of 113-105. This defeat had implications for the lottery standings, which really brought home […]
Jordi Fernandez focuses on ensuring Michael Porter Jr. gets ample rest as Nets player misses the game.
As the season heats up and the game’s pace quickens, Brooklyn might start resting players more frequently. Michael Porter Jr. stands out as a crucial player, having been sidelined during Sunday’s match versus Memphis. The Nets have yet to win a game without Porter this season, dropping one where they had an eight-point lead with […]
Nets’ struggles with winning habits without Michael Porter Jr. revealed in defeat
Brooklyn’s recent game without Michael Porter Jr. highlighted their struggles as a young team still learning how to secure wins. They faced off against Memphis on Sunday, ultimately losing 103-98, with their late-game efforts collapsing before a crowd of 15,578 at FedExForum. This defeat marked the Nets’ seventh in a row when Porter is absent. […]
Cam Thomas takes on unexpected position to support the Nets’ future
Cam Thomas’s Changing Role with the Nets It’s been quite a while since Cam Thomas found himself spending so much time away from the starting lineup. I mean, back when he was sitting on the bench, Jacque Vaughn was still the head coach, and the major trade for Mikal Bridges was just a future plan. […]
Young Nets overwhelmed by Clippers in a loss filled with hard lessons
Nets Face Off Against Veteran Clippers The NBA’s oldest team proved a tough competitor for its youngest counterpart. Brooklyn, in the midst of a youth-focused rebuild, faced a 121-105 defeat to the experienced Clippers at Barclays Center on Friday. The Nets featured a record-setting five first-round rookies, with all but one stepping onto the court. […]
Trae Young’s interest in the Nets prior to the trade is a promising indication
Trae Young’s Trade and Brooklyn’s Future Trae Young initially had his sights set on Brooklyn. However, the Nets had other plans and weren’t interested in pursuing him. On Wednesday, Atlanta traded Young to Washington. Interestingly, the fact that the Nets were one of two preferred destinations proposed by Young’s representatives suggests that he’s not shying […]
Nets spoil Egor Demin’s standout performance in last-second OT defeat to Magic
Banchero’s Late Heroics Steal Victory from Nets In a stunning turn of events, Paolo Banchero clinched the game with a buzzer-beater, overshadowing Egor Demin’s heroics. The Brooklyn Nets faced a heart-wrenching 104-103 overtime loss against the Magic in front of 16,916 shocked fans at Barclays Center. Michael Porter Jr. shone brightly, racking up 34 points, […]