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Julius Randle • PF • Nets

Nets Expect Big Things From Julius Randle

Brooklyn Nets power forward Julius Randle has a major role to play next season, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints reports. Randle arrived in Brooklyn this offseason as a salary dump by the Minnesota Timberwolves, but general manager Sean Marks sees him as an impactful player. "I think we all know what Julius can do as a player," Marks said. "There's a chip on his shoulder. He's highly competitive. He plays the position of need for us. Downhill play, a forceful, impactful player. And then you look at what he does in the locker room for us when we have a younger group that is going to need some stability at times and some leadership both on and off the court." Randle has been a regular 20-point scorer and is also effective as a rebounder and playmaker, giving him plenty of fantasy value.

Jul 22

Dion Brown • SG • Nets

Dion Brown Posts Triple-Double in Summer League Win

Brooklyn Nets guard Dion Brown put in a special performance in Sunday's Summer League matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, recording a triple-double in a 108-90 victory. He had 16 points on a 5-for-12 effort from the field, grabbed 10 rebounds, and dished out 11 assists. During his highly productive 31-minute outing, Brown also tallied two steals while nailing two of his three attempts from downtown. Brown, who went undrafted from Saint Louis University last month, has otherwise been quiet in the Summer League. The Nets picked him up on an Exhibit 10 contract, giving Brown a chance to compete for a roster spot in training camp.

Jul 19

Danny Wolf • C • Nets

Danny Wolf Tops Nets Scorers in Loss to Atlanta

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Danny Wolf scored 20 points on 9-for-16 shooting in Saturday's 83-76 Summer League loss to the Atlanta Hawks, chipping in five rebounds, one assist, and one steal over 26 minutes. The second-year big went 0-for-2 from deep but stayed efficient inside and hit both free throws. He opened Las Vegas with a nine-point, eight-rebound debut, so the scoring jump is encouraging. Wolf flashed promise as a rookie, averaging 8.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.2 threes in 20.8 minutes, and good health has him in line for steady frontcourt minutes on a rebuilding Brooklyn team.

Jul 12

Mikel Brown Jr. • PG • Nets

Mikel Brown Jr. Registers 20 Points on Friday

Brooklyn Nets guard Mikel Brown Jr. made the most of his chances during Friday's Summer League contest against the New York Knicks. This was only his second game with the team, but he is already looking comfortable with his new team. Brown finished with 20 points (6-of-12 FGs), three assists, and two steals in the win over the Knicks. Brown also knocked down three shots from beyond the arc during Friday's blowout victory. Both Brown and Egor Demin dropped 20-point games, which is an encouraging sight for the future of the Nets roster. The rookie guard should immediately be an impact player in Brooklyn this season.

Jul 10

Egor Demin • PG • Nets

Egor Demin Drops 20 Points in Win

Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin was putting on a show during Friday's Summer League contest against the New York Knicks. He finished with 20 points (7-of-15 FGs), three rebounds, and two assists during Friday's victory. Demin struggled as a rookie, but is showing solid progression during the Summer League. This past season, Demin averaged 10.3 points, 3.3 assists, and 3.2 rebounds in 25.2 minutes per game across 52 contests with the Nets. He held a field goal percentage of 39.9% and 38.5% from beyond the arc. The Nets are hopeful that the 6-foot-9 guard can find more consistency in 2026. He has the potential to be a legitimate threat in the NBA, but he needs to be more efficient, or he'll quickly get passed up in this league.

Jul 10

Egor Demin • PG • Nets

Egor Demin Shows More Aggressive Attack for Nets

Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin has made his improved offensive aggression a key Summer League storyline, according to Brian Lewis of the New York Post. Demin reportedly added 13 to 15 pounds in the offseason and has looked more comfortable using his size to get into the paint. The 20-year-old averaged 10.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists as a rookie last season, but his fantasy ceiling depends on turning that playmaking base into more efficient scoring. If the added strength leads to more rim pressure and free-throw chances, Demin could take a useful second-year step.

Jul 9

Egor Demin • PG • Nets

Egor Demin Scores 23 Points in California Classic Loss

Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin finished with 23 points, seven rebounds, and one assist in Saturday's 79-76 California Classic Summer League loss to the Sacramento Kings. Demin shot 8-for-15 from the field, though the 2-for-8 mark from three kept the line from being cleaner. The 20-year-old averaged 10.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists as a rookie while shooting 38.5 percent from deep, so this was a strong restart after his season ended early. His fantasy value still hinges on usage, efficiency, and how much on-ball work Brooklyn gives him.

Jul 5

Chaney Johnson • PF • Nets

Chaney Johnson Stays with Nets on Two-Way Qualifying Offer

Brooklyn Nets forward Chaney Johnson is signing his two-way qualifying offer and will return next season, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Johnson carved out a late-season role last year, averaging 8.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.5 blocks on 54.3% shooting across 20.5 minutes in 17 games. He also produced 14.4 points and 5.9 rebounds per game with Long Island, so Brooklyn still has reason to keep developing him. For fantasy purposes, the two-way tag caps his appeal unless injuries open minutes, but his efficiency, rebounding, and defensive activity make him a name to remember if he cracks the rotation.

Jun 30

Ziaire Williams • SF • Nets

Nets Decline Ziaire Williams' $6.25 Million Team Option

The Brooklyn Nets will not pick up the $6.25 million team option for forward Ziaire Williams, according to HoopsHype's Michael Scotto. While he could still return to Brooklyn on a new deal, the 24-year-old is now set to test unrestricted free agency. Williams suited up for 56 games last season, providing 10.2 points and 1.4 steals in 22.9 minutes per contest. However, his inconsistent offensive repertoire keeps his fantasy ceiling relatively low. Should Williams sign elsewhere, Jalen Wilson and Josh Minott stand to gain traction in the frontcourt rotation next year.

Jun 29

Julius Randle • PF • Nets

Julius Randle Heads to Brooklyn in Three-Team Trade

Center/power forward Julius Randle is headed to the Brooklyn Nets as part of a three-team trade, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. Minnesota is sending Randle and the No. 28 pick to Brooklyn while moving down for the Nets' No. 33 selection, a cost-cutting move that could open more frontcourt usage for Naz Reid. The three-time All-Star averaged 21.1 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.0 assists last season, though his playoff production reportedly dipped during a rough second-round series against San Antonio. On a rebuilding Nets team short on established scorers, Randle would step in as a clear focal point, the kind of high-usage role that should keep his counting stats strong. He profiles as a steady fantasy contributor across points, rebounds, and assists, with Brooklyn's volume potentially giving his numbers a higher floor than he had in Minnesota.

Jun 22

E.J. Liddell • PF • Nets

E.J. Liddell Agrees to Two-Year Deal with Greek Club Aris

Brooklyn Nets forward/center E.J. Liddell has agreed to a two-year deal with Greek EuroCup club Aris, with only the official announcement pending, Eurohoops reports. The 25-year-old played on an expiring two-way contract last season and was headed for free agency this summer. Liddell appeared in 26 games with five starts for Brooklyn in 2025-26, averaging 5.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 0.9 assists on 48.6 percent shooting, then flashed upside with 18.4 points per game across five April contests. He added 17.5 points and 8.5 rebounds in 26 G League games with Long Island. Aris is spending aggressively under new coach Vassilis Spanoulis to chase the EuroCup title. For dynasty and deep-league managers who stashed Liddell after that April surge, the signing closes the book on his NBA stock for now.

Jun 7

Michael Porter Jr. • SF • Nets

Nets Could Trade Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. could be on his way out of town after one season with the organization. The Nets don't own their first-round pick next season. With that being said, the organization might need to think of creative ways to get some young star power onto this roster. One theory is that the Nets could potentially move Porter to a win-now organization such as the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Jalen Williams. Porter has developed into a legitimate All-Star player and could get the Nets a decent haul, assuming they're willing to trade him. Last season, Porter averaged 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 3.0 assists across 32.5 minutes per game in 52 contests. He could help a win-now organization right now, while the Nets could score a young player to help them during this rebuild.

May 25

Michael Porter Jr. • SF • Nets

Michael Porter Jr. Wants to Stay in Brooklyn

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. is entering the final season of his contract, but he is extension-eligible this offseason and wants to stay with the team. "I see what we've got in the young dudes. I see we have the most money to spend. I think we've got the most," Porter Jr. said during an appearance on the One Night with Steiny podcast. "We're the youngest team, kind of like Oklahoma City. It took them a while to get good. I think that'll be how it is here. But I'm with it. I want to stay in Brooklyn." After being traded by the Denver Nuggets, Porter Jr. enjoyed a big career year with the Nets in 2025-26. He averaged 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.1 steals. However, he struggled to stay on the floor, appearing in only 52 games. If he can combine his production with improved durability next season, Porter Jr. would become an even more appealing fantasy option.

May 7

Nicolas Claxton • C • Nets

Nicolas Claxton Won't Play Sunday

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (hand) will not play Sunday against Washington due to soreness in his right hand. His absence should open additional frontcourt minutes for Josh Minott and Chaney Johnson. Minott has scored 10 points with two three-pointers, three rebounds, and one steal in 21 minutes in his last appearance and could be a deep-league option for scoring and threes. Johnson added 11 points, six rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block in 23 minutes and may offer deeper streaming appeal. E.J. Liddell remains a risky dart throw if he cracks the rotation.

Apr 5

Danny Wolf • C • Nets

Danny Wolf is Shut Down for the Season

Brooklyn Nets forward Danny Wolf (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of the regular season, according to head coach Jordi Fernandez. Wolf hasn't played since suffering an ankle injury during a game on March 22. The Nets are sitting at 18 wins coming into Friday's game, so there's little reason to play anyone at less than 100 percent health. Wolf will finish his rookie campaign averaging 8.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists across 57 games. The 21-year-old wasn't a must-have player, but he offered some deep league value throughout the season. He'll hopefully take on a larger role with the team next season. Ziaire Williams should take on a larger role in the rotation over the final six games of the regular season.

Apr 3

Michael Porter Jr. • SF • Nets

Michael Porter Jr. Won't Return This Season

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (hamstring) has been ruled out for the remainder of the season, according to head coach Jordi Fernandez. Porter has missed the last 11 games and hasn't suited up for a game since March 10. The Nets are sitting at 18-58 on the season with six games remaining on their schedule. There's little incentive for the Nets to push the 27-year-old back to the court this season. He'll finish the season averaging 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 3.0 assists across 32.5 minutes in 52 games. Ziaire Williams should play a larger role in the rotation over the final six games.

Apr 3

Terance Mann • PG • Nets

Terance Mann is Returning on Friday

Brooklyn Nets guard Terance Mann (Achilles) has been removed from the injury report and is back in action ahead of Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Mann sat out of Tuesday's game loss to the Charlotte Hornets due to an Achilles issue. He'll move back into the starting five on Friday. Over the last seven games, Mann is averaging 5.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists across 20.5 minutes per game. The 29-year-old could offer some deep league appeal, but isn't an ideal option right now.

Apr 3

Noah Clowney • PF • Nets

Noah Clowney Will Play Friday

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Noah Clowney (ankle) has been cleared to play on Friday against the Atlanta Hawks. Initially, he was listed as probable for the matchup due to a sore left ankle. Clowney also recently dealt with a wrist injury. Since returning to the lineup, the 21-year-old has posted averages of 8.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks in 21.3 minutes per game. Brooklyn has reduced Clowney's minutes down the stretch, which significantly decreases his fantasy value.

Apr 3

Nicolas Claxton • C • Nets

Nicolas Claxton Active Against Hawks

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (hand, illness) will play in Friday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks. He's been dealing with a hand injury and an illness and was listed as probable on the initial injury report. With the Nets stuck near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, Claxton's workload has decreased late in the season. In March, he averaged just 22.9 minutes per game, posting 8.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks. The matchup against Atlanta is an appealing one, but Claxton's reduced playing time down the stretch makes him a risky fantasy option on Friday.

Apr 3

Danny Wolf • C • Nets

Danny Wolf Without Timeline for Return

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Danny Wolf (ankle) doesn't have a timeline for his return, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints reports. He is in a walking boot due to an ankle injury and has missed five games. Before he was hurt, Wolf's role had grown on the team. He averaged 10.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in March. Unfortunately, Wolf's rookie campaign might be over, as the Nets face only six more games. Josh Minott and Chaney Johnson are the main beneficiaries of Wolf's absence.

Apr 1

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