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Former Nets guard retires from basketball at 31

Former Brooklyn Nets guard Isaiah Whitehead has announced his retirement from professional basketball at the age of 31. Whitehead, who spent the final season of his career in Israel, confirmed his decision on social media. "15 out! Hell of a career on the court!" Whitehead wrote on X. https://x.com/isaiahwhitehead/status/2103667275802808758 Isaiah Whitehead's NBA career After spending two seasons at Seton Hall, Whitehead was selected with the 42nd overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Utah...

Trae Young Tries to Praise Shai Gilgeous-Alexander But Convo Became About Thunder Star’s Foul-Baiting; Internet Comes Up With Receipts

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has grown into one of the best offensive players in the NBA. Trae Young acknowledged that, but then his praise took a different turn. The Washington Wizards guard sat down with Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. on his podcast, and among the topics they discussed was the Oklahoma City Thunder star. Both [...]

Timberwolves sign Drew Timme

The Minnesota Timberwolves have added another player to their training camp competition, agreeing to a deal with Drew Timme, according to HoopsHype. The former Gonzaga standout has already spent time with two NBA organizations. He has appeared for both the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers during his first two seasons in the league. Over […] The post Timberwolves sign Drew Timme appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

PROVE IT: Will Nic Claxton Be the X-FACTOR for the Chicago Bulls? | CHGO Bulls Podcast

The CHGO Bulls crew continue their “Prove It” series, setting goals for Chicago Bulls newcomer Nic Claxton. Arriving via trade this offseason, Claxton could be the new starting center for the Bulls following the departure of Nikola Vucevic. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss whether Claxton can have a bounceback year after the disappointing finish to his tenure with the Brooklyn Nets. Can he become the rim protector the Bulls have been missing? Plus, the guys react to the official cast o...

Brooklyn Nets Must Try Three Starting Lineups in 2026-27

While there are many adjustments to make throughout the year, Brooklyn also has to solve its shooting troubles after tying for last in 3-point percentage (34%) last season. The Brooklyn Nets stayed busy throughout the offseason. They reshaped the roster and positioned themselves to hit the ground running in October, as they push for their […] The post Brooklyn Nets Must Try Three Starting Lineups in 2026-27 appeared first on The Lead .

Brooklyn Nets Must Try Three Starting Lineups in 2026-27

While there are many adjustments to make throughout the year, Brooklyn also has to solve its shooting troubles after tying for last in 3-point percentage (34%) last season. The Brooklyn Nets stayed busy throughout the offseason. They reshaped the roster and positioned themselves to hit the ground running in October, as they push for their […] The post Brooklyn Nets Must Try Three Starting Lineups in 2026-27 appeared first on The Lead .

NBA Transactions: Hornets, Magic, Cavaliers, Nets

Sept. 24, 2026 Warriors: Obi Agbim became a free agent. Pistons: Drake Allen became a free agent. Hornets: D.J. Armstrong Jr. and Tre Carroll became free agents. Timberwolves: Jalen Crutcher became a free agent. Nuggets: Keonte Jones and Reese Waters became free agents. Pelicans: Solomon Washington became a free agent. Sept. 23, 2026 Magic: Signed […] The post NBA Transactions: Hornets, Magic, Cavaliers, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Hanifan’s offseason outlook: Evaluating the New Orleans Pelicans’ 2026 offseason

The calendar has turned to September. You know what that means, right?! Our offseason outlook series is back for the third-straight year! Hot Hot Hoops senior writer Matt Hanifan will provide his take on the offseasons of all 30 teams for the next 30 days! We will be going in alphabetical order, beginning with the Eastern Conference. To continue along, we will be diving into the New Orleans Pelicans’ quiet summer. Previous offseason outlooks: Atlanta Hawks Boston Celtics Brooklyn Nets Charlott...

Projecting Nets’ new-look rotation for 2026-27 season

Following back-to-back tanking seasons, the Brooklyn Nets have a different objective entering 2026-27. The Nets will look to claw their way out of the NBA’s basement under third-year head coach Jordi Fernandez. They’ll have a new-look rotation as they attempt to do so. While the Nets’ offseason was relatively quiet, they brought in several players […] The post Projecting Nets’ new-look rotation for 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dain Dainja, Ben Humrichous get Nets training camp invites

The Brooklyn Nets have filled out their NBA roster and are putting the final touches on training camp which begins next Tuesday, adding two new players Wednesday, both of whom could ultimately help their G League affiliate this season. On Wednesday, Brooklyn signed 6’9” forwards Dain Dainja and Ben Humrichous, both of whom were with […]

The Brooklyn Podcast: Training Camp Eve with Jordan Greene

It’s the last week of September! That means we’re just a few days away from training camp and media day. Ladies and gentlemen — make no mistake about it — Brooklyn basketball will return to your lives soon. Our own Jordan Greene is here to help us get PUMPED for it! We’ll talk through the […]

Nets Sign Ben Humrichous, Dain Dainja

By Luke Adams | at September 23, 2026 12:06 pm The Nets officially announced on Wednesday that they’ve signed forwards Ben Humrichous and Dain Dainja to contracts. A source tells NetsDaily (Twitter link) that both players are expected to be in training camp with the club. Brooklyn now has a full 21-man roster. Humrichous reportedly agreed to terms with Brooklyn on an Exhibit 10 contract shortly after going undrafted in June. The 6’9″ forward wrapped up his college career last season by playing...

Nets Sign Ben Humrichous, Dain Dainja

The Nets officially announced on Wednesday that they’ve signed forwards Ben Humrichous and Dain Dainja to contracts. A source tells NetsDaily (Twitter link) that both players are expected to be in training camp with the club. Brooklyn now has a full 21-man roster. Humrichous reportedly agreed to terms with Brooklyn on an Exhibit 10 contract […]

Atlantic Notes: Knicks, Nickel, Nets, Marks, Raptors

James L. Edwards III of The Athletic examines some of the training camp storylines to watch for the Knicks, including how Jalen Brunson’s surgically repaired wrist looks, who will win the battle for the 14th roster spot, and whether the team might still have a trade up its sleeve before opening night. As Edwards writes, […]

Which Nets have most to prove as season approaches?

Brian Lewis takes a stab at who on the Brooklyn Nets roster — and in the front office — has the most to prove as 2026-27 approaches. As you’d imagine with a team so young and so inexperienced, the list is long. Things will get going soon. Sean Marks & co. have until October 31 […]

Trae Young drops bold statement on why Hawks tenure was unsuccessful

Trae Young has shared his thoughts on why his tenure with the Atlanta Hawks wasn't successful. Appearing on the Curious Mike podcast with Brooklyn Nets star Michael Porter Jr. , Young said that he didn't have enough help to seriously compete with the Hawks. "I don't know if I've ever had a teammate that can draw double teams," he stated. He and Porter then joked that Young has probably never gotten a catch-and-shoot three arguing that he has always had to create for himself with no secondary c...

MONTH TO GO! Brooklyn Nets fans can start 2026-27 season countdown

What marks the first day of autumn on most people’s calendars is just another checkpoint for the Brooklyn Nets, but it’s a key one at that. As of today, September 22, the Nets are one month removed from the start of their 2026-27 season, which will tip off in the Barclays Center against the Charlotte […]

Hanifan’s offseason outlook: Evaluating the Memphis Grizzlies’ 2026 offseason

The calendar has turned to September. You know what that means, right?! Our offseason outlook series is back for the third-straight year! Hot Hot Hoops senior writer Matt Hanifan will provide his take on the offseasons of all 30 teams for the next 30 days! We will be going in alphabetical order, beginning with the Eastern Conference. To continue along, we will be diving into the Memphis Grizzlies’ summer. Previous offseason outlooks: Atlanta Hawks Boston Celtics Brooklyn Nets Charlotte Hornets...

Trae Young reveals elite skill he believes fueled Knicks fans' hate

Trae Young reflected on his longstanding rivalry with the New York Knicks during a sit-down with Brooklyn Nets star Michael Porter Jr. on the Curious Mike podcast . The former Atlanta Hawks star said Knicks fans were the ones who started the feud during the 2021 first-round playoff series, which Atlanta won 4-1. Young suggested he simply finished what they started, while also arguing that his style of play and ability to draw fouls helped fuel the hostility toward him. "If you was on my team, ...

Nets’ Julius Randle, Michael Porter Jr. land in top-60 of ESPN’s NBA Top 100

The Brooklyn Nets will lean on Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr. this season as they attempt to climb out of the NBA’s basement. Randle and Porter enter the season as Brooklyn’s lead offensive duo after both joined the team via surprise trades within the last 15 months. The pair of Nets forwards landed in […] The post Nets’ Julius Randle, Michael Porter Jr. land in top-60 of ESPN’s NBA Top 100 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Nets’ Julius Randle lands at No. 11 in PF rankings for 2026-27

The Brooklyn Nets hope to take a step forward in 2026-27 after two tanking seasons. They’re leaning on one of the NBA’s top power forwards, Julius Randle, to lift them out of the NBA’s basement. Randle joined the Nets in an offseason trade following two seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves. While the Timberwolves salary-dumped him, […] The post Nets’ Julius Randle lands at No. 11 in PF rankings for 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Clara Wu Tsai: We intend to keep Nets, Liberty for ‘generations’

In the latest discussion of how the Tsai family sees the future of their holdings in the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty, Clara Wu Tsai recently told fellow sports team owner the Baltimore Orioles David M. Rubenstein that she hopes to see the two teams stay in family hands for “generations.” In the wide-ranging […]

Malachi Smith Signs Two-Way Contract With Toronto Raptors

After spending the tail end of the 2025-26 season with the Brooklyn Nets, shooting guard Malachi Smith now finds himself in the country of Canada with the Toronto Raptors. The 26-year-old had his non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 training camp contract altered into a two-way deal, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. Smith will split his time between the big […]

Nets Roster Moves: Pringle, Rodman, Scott

The Nets signed and subsequently waived DJ Rodman and Aaron Scott on Monday, tweets Brian Lewis of The New York Post. Brooklyn later signed Nick Pringle, per Lewis (Twitter link). Pringle’s Exhibit 10 contract with the Nets was first reported last month. It’s possible — perhaps even likely — that he could be waived in […]