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0:20Highlights: Hornets at Nets (10/21)
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11:20Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark says today is about “progress over perfection” in college sports | EOCBB
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2:00Is LeBron Joining 76ers Like KD Joining Warriors?
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1:11Is There a Wing the Lakers Can Afford?
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1:12Top draft picks debut in NBA Summer League
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1:58NBA Summer League Standouts: #6 vs #7 In The Summer League Showdown
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0:34This Just In: Nets Sign Mo Wagner To 2-Year, $19M Deal
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2:01Mitchell Robinson Likely On The Move
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1:55How LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards Pairing Will Look
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1:57Analyzing the Pistons' Isaiah Stewart Trade
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1:30Most Intriguing Free Agent to Watch: Jalen Duren
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1:58Nets Pass on Acuff for Brown Jr. at No. 6
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1:41Cameron Boozer: Favorite for NBA Rookie of the Year
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1:30Has Ja Morant Lost the Game of Point Guard Musical Chairs?
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1:24NBA Draft Grades: Nets Select Mikel Brown Jr. No. 6 Overall
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1:42Why the Nets Face the Most Pressure in the 2026 NBA Draft
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0:59Biggest Surprises in the 2026 NBA Draft
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1:55Breaking Down Trae Young's Free Agency Decision
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0:49Breaking Down Donovan Mitchell's Trade Value
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1:07Breaking Down Kawhi Leonard's Trade Value
2026 NBA Draft Picks
| Rd | Pick | Selection | Grade |
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| 1 | 6 |
OVR RK: 8 • POS RK: 5 • HT: 6-4 • WT: 190
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| 2 | 33 |
OVR RK: 26 • POS RK: 3 • HT: 6-6 • WT: 186
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| 2 | 43 |
OVR RK: 42 • POS RK: 15 • HT: 6-7 • WT: 228
| C+ |
Top Nets News
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Nets' Mikel Brown: Muted NBA debut
Brown registered six points (2-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 20 minutes during Wednesday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
Making his much-awaited league debut, Brown wasn't particularly impressive in his first taste of NBA action. The rookie first-rounder dealt with an ankle injury to begin the preseason, and he'll likely remain a work in progress while working under a minutes restriction in the early stages of the season.
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Nets' Keon Ellis: Big workload in opener
Ellis accumulated seven points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 110-103 loss to the Hornets.
With Brooklyn opting to ease rookie first-rounder Mikel Brown into the NBA fray, Ellis is operating as the team's starting shooting guard in the interim. Given Wednesday's workload, Ellis is worth keeping tabs on in fantasy leagues for his ability to supply treys and steals when given significant minutes.
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Nets' Terance Mann: Doesn't enter opener
Mann (coach's decision) did not play in Wednesday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
The veteran wing was left out of Brooklyn's rotation as the team prioritized other perimeter options. Mann's experience could earn him opportunities later in the campaign, but his immediate fantasy outlook is limited.
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Nets' Danny Wolf: Doesn't see floor
Wolf (coach's decision) did not play in Wednesday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
The second-year big man didn't receive an opportunity in Brooklyn's defeat on Opening Night. Wolf will need to carve out a more substantial role in the Nets' frontcourt before becoming relevant in standard fantasy formats.
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Nets' Ben Saraf: No minutes against Charlotte
Saraf (coach's decision) did not play in Wednesday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
Brooklyn opted not to use Saraf in its season opener, leaving the young guard outside the initial backcourt rotation. His playing time could remain sporadic while the Nets evaluate their other perimeter options.
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Nets' Drake Powell: Sits out season opener
Powell (coach's decision) did not play in Wednesday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
The second-year wing was excluded from Brooklyn's rotation to begin the campaign. Powell faces competition for perimeter minutes and will need to capitalize on future opportunities to establish a larger role.
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Nets' Egor Demin: Struggles offensively in opener
Demin managed four points (2-10 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 0-0 FT), four rebounds, two assists and a steal across 27 minutes in Wednesday's 110-103 loss to the Hornets.
Demin endured a difficult shooting performance in Brooklyn's season opener, missing all five of his three-point attempts while contributing little as a facilitator. However, his 27-minute workload as a starter suggests the Nets remain committed to his development. His fantasy upside will depend on improving his efficiency and generating more assists, as limited scoring and peripheral production could make him difficult to trust in standard formats.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Solid efficiency off bench
Clowney logged nine points (3-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, an assist and a steal across 22 minutes in Wednesday's 110-103 loss to the Hornets.
Clowney was perfect from the field but attempted only three shots, highlighting his limited offensive involvement in Brooklyn's season opener. Still, his nine points were the third-best mark on the team behind Julius Randle (33) and Michael Porter (26). His move to a reserve role after starting in 60 of his 66 appearances in 2025-26 also raises questions about his fantasy outlook, particularly with Randle and Porter occupying prominent frontcourt roles. Unless Clowney earns additional minutes or becomes more involved offensively, his production could remain inconsistent despite his ability to contribute off the bench.
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Nets' Michael Porter: Strong scoring effort in loss
Porter produced 26 points (10-21 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, an assist and three steals across 34 minutes in Wednesday's 110-103 loss to the Hornets.
Not only did Porter finish the game as the Nets' second-best scorer, but he was also one of two players who surpassed the 20-point plateau, with Julius Randle (33 points) being the other. Porter's substantial workload while sharing the frontcourt with Randle suggests his scoring opportunities should remain plentiful, so fantasy managers shouldn't be concerned about some potential regression that might affect the star forward.
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Nets' Julius Randle: Nets 33 points with full line
Randle racked up 33 points (11-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 8-11 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and one block over 38 minutes in Wednesday's 110-103 season-opening loss ot the Hornets.
It was the Randle and Michael Porter show on offense for Brooklyn, with the pair accounting for 59 of the Nets' 103 total points. Randle will be the primary creator on offense this season, so he's set up for a big year.
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Nets' Joshua Jefferson: Available for Wednesday
Jefferson (back) is available for Wednesday's game against Charlotte, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.
After missing the entire preseason, Jefferson practiced in full Monday and has the green light to return. He projects as an emergency depth option to open the season.
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Nets' Tyler Bilodeau: Will miss opener
Bilodeau will miss the season opener against the Hornets on Wednesday due to a shoulder sprain, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.
Bilodeau is on a two-way contract and was unlikely to crack the rotation right away. He'll likely get plenty of G League reps once he's healthy.
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Nets' Joshua Jefferson: Remains on sidelines
Jefferson (back) has yet to fully participate in team activities and remains without a timetable for his return, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Coach Jordi Fernandez confirmed Friday that the rookie is still dealing with back stiffness and isn't ready to return, although Jefferson has participated in portions of team activities and has been doing conditioning work. Fernandez was also unable to confirm whether Jefferson has undergone imaging. With Brooklyn's regular-season opener against Charlotte scheduled for Wednesday, it's safe to rule him out.
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Nets' Mikel Brown: Will have restrictions
Brown will remain on a minutes restriction for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Charlotte, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Coach Jordi Fernandez indicated that he wouldn't be comfortable starting a player until cleared to exceed 24 minutes, a threshold Brown has yet to reach. The rookie guard made his preseason debut Wednesday against Miami after missing Brooklyn's first three exhibition games with an ankle injury, recording 15 points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 18 minutes. Brown is expected to begin the season in a reserve role while gradually increasing his workload.
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Nets' Mikel Brown: Looks strong in debut
Brown (ankle) recorded 15 points (4-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals across 18 minutes in Wednesday's 144-128 preseason loss to the Heat.
After missing Brooklyn's first three preseason games due to an ankle injury, Brown made an immediate impact off the bench. The rookie guard connected on two three-pointers, converted all five free-throw attempts and contributed defensively despite a limited workload. His performance provided an early glimpse of his scoring potential as he competes for backcourt minutes alongside Egor Demin and Nolan Traore.
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Nets' Day'Ron Sharpe: Shines in exhibition
Sharpe registered 11 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists, two steals and one block across 17 minutes in Wednesday's 144-128 preseason loss to Miami.
Sharpe made the most of his limited playing time, contributing in five statistical categories while connecting on a three-pointer. However, the center picked up five personal fouls, which disrupted his minutes. He has now recorded multiple steals in consecutive exhibitions and continues to offer Brooklyn rebounding and defensive production in the frontcourt.
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Nets' Moritz Wagner: Impressive from second unit Wednesday
Wagner played 22 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's preseason loss to the Heat, delivering 15 points (6-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt) with three rebounds, two assists and a block.
Signed by the Nets to a two-year deal in July, Wagner figures to be a key component of the team's second unit in 2026-27, provided he can stay healthy. The former Orlando big man was on the court for only 66 regular-season games across the prior two seasons, mainly due to an ACL tear, and in his return from the injury last season, he played just 11.9 minutes a contest while averaging a meager 6.9 points and 3.2 boards and shooting 42.6 percent from the floor.
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Team Statistical Rankings
| PTS/G | OPP PTS/G | |
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103.0 (24th) |
110.0 (12th) |
Injuries
| Player | Injury |
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| T. Bilodeau SF Tyler Bilodeau SF | Shoulder |





