Spencer Dinwiddie was traded to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Dennis Schröder and Thaddeus Young. Dinwiddie and Young were later released and will test the buyout market.
Head coach Jacque Vaughn appreciates Dinwiddie and wishes him success in the future. He is enthusiastic about the competitiveness and leadership that Schröder will bring to the Nets. [ more ]
Nets eyeing Hawks' Dejounte Murray as potential fix point-guard problem
The Brooklyn Nets have a problem at the point guard position and are in desperate need of a solution.
They are interested in acquiring Atlanta guard Dejounte Murray, but it would be costly. They could also try to address the issue internally with players like Ben Simmons or Spencer Dinwiddie. [ more ]
Boston Celtics not likely to pursue 11-time All-NBA floor general: Report
Chris Paul isn't likely to end up on the Boston Celtics roster during the 2023-24 season - this, at least, according to MassLive's Brian Robb, who sees there being too many obstacles that Brad Stevens won't find worthy of his time to clear."Paul will undoubtedly have a number of suitors if he does hit the open market but this is a situation where there are too many obstacles for the Celtics to be a serious contender on that list," Robb wrote.
Raptors passing on Nikola Jokic during 2014 Draft still stings
The Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets are two franchises trending in two different directions right now.While Toronto looks to reboot its roster and try to compete with a new head coach, Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets have made the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history.Jokic remains one of the more improbable success stories in the NBA.
Agent: Nets' Ben Simmons Not Expected to Undergo Surgery to Repair Back Injury
In the wake of being shut down for the remainder of the 2022-23 season with a back injury, the Brooklyn Nets' Ben Simmons reportedly is not expected to require surgery.SNY's Ian Begley said that Simmons' injury was diagnosed as a back impingement.Begley added that Simmons' agent, Bernie Lee, told him Simmons is not expected to need surgery and is hopeful to be back by training camp: Simmons' story in the NBA is shaping up to be one of unfulfilled promise and disappointment after he looked like a potential franchise player in the early portion of his career.
Jacque Vaughn: Ben Simmons limited to individual practice, 'hasn't scripted' with first or second group
Embattled Nets star Ben Simmons has been limited to individual on-court work in practice as he battles a combination of left knee and back soreness that has sidelined him since the NBA All-Star break.Simmons missed his 15th straight game due to what the team has deemed left knee/back soreness, watching from the sidelines during Brooklyn's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday.
Nets beat Rockets for third straight win, tie No. 5 Knicks in loss column
This is how you're supposed to handle the worst team in all of basketball.The Nets entered Houston with one job: Don't fall victim in a trap game against a Rockets team with only a handful of victories on the season.It started slow, but once Brooklyn found some rhythm, the Nets pulled away for a 118-96 victory, good for their third straight victory after a rocky start in the aftermath of the blockbuster Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trades.
Nets snap losing skid in style by blowing out the Heat in Miami in must-win for playoff seeding
It was a game the Nets had to have.And they flew down to South Beach and took it.The stakes were greater Saturday night at FTX Arena than they've been at any point this season: Win and leapfrog the Miami Heat in the standings for sole ownership of the Eastern Conference's final guaranteed playoff seed.
Ben Simmons 'Not Going to Join' Nets for Rest of Season with Back Injury, HC Says
Jim McIsaac/Getty Images The 2022-23 season appears to be over for Brooklyn Nets point guard Ben Simmons due to a back injury.Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn told reporters Saturday of Simmons: "He's not going join us for the rest of the season, in all honesty."Simmons has been in and out of the lineup this season because of injuries and hasn't played since a Feb. 15 win over the Miami Heat.
Nets' Ben Simmons Likely to Miss Rest of Season with Back Injury, Jacque Vaughn Says
Jim McIsaac/Getty Images The 2022-23 season appears to be over for Brooklyn Nets point guard Ben Simmons because of his lingering back injury.Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn told reporters Saturday of Simmons: "In all honesty he's probably not going to join us for rest of the year."Simmons has been in and out of the lineup this season because of injuries and hasn't played since a Feb. 15 win over the Miami Heat.
Nets lose 5th in a row, blow 10-point lead late vs Cavs
Every fan in attendance at Barclays Center rose to their feet for the most pivotal possession in Thursday's encore matchup between the Nets and Cleveland Cavaliers: Game on the line, single-possession game, who takes the last shot?This time it was Spencer Dinwiddie, who sized up his man with a flurry of crossovers before driving the lane for a high-arching layup that should have been the nail in the coffin.
Nets' poor shooting night dooms Brooklyn once again in loss to Cavs | amNewYork
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets guard Seth Curry, left, and forward Cameron Johnson (2) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in New York.BROOKLYN There was still 10:53 left in the fourth quarter when Donovan Mitchell posterized Yuta Watanabe during Tuesday's Nets game against the Cavaliers.
Nets come up short against Kings as Brooklyn opens 4-game homestand | amNewYork
BROOKLYN - The Nets led for most of the first half, until they didn't, and Brooklyn was never able to get that lead back in what turned into a 101-96 loss to the red-hot Sacramento Kings.It was a game of runs where Sacramento made the Nets pay and helped keep the pesky Brooklyn squad on Thursday night at Barclays Center The Nets pulled within mere points of the Kings several times in the second half, but were unable to complete the comeback.
The Nets were a half away from a very successful road trip Tuesday night in Oklahoma City.Then, the third quarter happened.Brooklyn blew a 10-point lead following intermission and never seriously challenged thereafter, absorbing a 121-107 defeat to the Thunder in front of 16,976 fans at the Paycom Center.
Nets Rumors: Mikal Bridges Unlikely to Be Dealt Again After Kevin Durant Trade
Nic Antaya/Getty Images The Brooklyn Nets reportedly aren't expected to trade wing Mikal Bridges prior to Thursday's NBA trade deadline at 3 p.m.According to Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, there has been a "wealth of interest" expressed in Bridges, but the Nets intend to keep him.Brooklyn reportedly acquired Bridges along with Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder and four unprotected first-round picks in a blockbuster trade late Wednesday night that sent Kevin Durant and T.J. Warren to the Phoenix Suns.
Nets face new challenge in 4th quarter without Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant | amNewYork
BROOKLYN - With less than a second left on the clock, Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn drew up a play with his team down 101-98.In a moment like this a week ago Vaughn would have drawn up a play to get the ball to Kyrie Irving or Kevin Durant.This time around, that wasn't an option for the Nets.Instead, he crafted a play to get the ball to Spencer Dinwiddie, and although he hit the deep three-point shot, the basket was waved off and Brooklyn lost 101-98.
Ben Simmons Catches Heat from Fans During Nets' Loss to Jalen Brunson, Knicks
Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images Things are getting downright ugly for Ben Simmons in Brooklyn.The Nets' backup point guard was a complete non-factor in Monday's 124-106 loss against the New York Knicks, putting up just two points, three rebounds and two assists in 13 minutes.He attempted just two shots, making one.
Who needs two superstars when you have one Mikal Bridges?While that may sound like blasphemy to some, Bridges continued to prove Tuesday night in Houston that he was the most important return chip in the trade deadline deals that sent Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant out of Brooklyn.The wiry small forward poured in 30 points, handed out five assists, blocked two shots and picked up a steal en route to his latest virtuoso effort, spearheading the resurgent Nets to their third straight win, a 118-96 triumph over the Rockets in front of 14,833 fans at the Toyota Center.
Nets' Dorian Finney-Smith: 'We're fully capable of doing something special here' | amNewYork
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Dorian Finney-Smith was quick to jump in when he thought it was being suggested that the expectations for the Nets had changed following the trades of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant.
Spencer Dinwiddie has 25 in Brooklyn return, Nets beat Bulls 116-105 | amNewYork
BROOKLYN (AP) - Spencer Dinwiddie scored 25 points in his first game since returning to Brooklyn and the Nets beat the Chicago Bulls 116-105 on Thursday night, hours after trading superstar Kevin Durant to Phoenix.Joe Harris had 18 points, and Yuta Watanabe chipped in 14 points in 22 minutes off the bench.
Can the Nets be rebuilt into a title contender again? | amNewYork
Two games into the post-Kevin Durant era in Brooklyn, one thing is certain for the Nets.They are a team with a lot of grit.The Nets have played two competitive and entertaining games since the blockbuster trade last Thursday that sent them into an entirely different direction organizationally.The expectation remains for the team to make the playoffs - those were general manager Sean Marks' words - but competing for an NBA title again is going to be a few years away.
Rumor Roundup: Lakers can't sign Stanley Johnson, more details on Kyrie Irving trade talks
A fan-favorite last year, Stanley Johnson has once again bounced around the league after being traded by the Lakers.Could he return to the Lakers this season?And just how unfair were the Nets in their trade talks with the Lakers?Those are the topics of the headlines and rumors for today's roundup.Stanley Johnson reunion In a season full of dull moments, one of the bright spots was Johnson.
Nets sign head coach Jacque Vaughn to multi-year extension | amNewYork
Note: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links, Schneps Media may earn a commission.The Nets signed head coach Jacque Vaughn to a multi-year contract extension on Tuesday, ensuring he will be in Brooklyn for the foreseeable future.Vaughn has been running the Nets bench since Nov. 1 after the organization parted ways with Steve Nash and he was given the full-time gig eight days later.
Nets turn in legendary poor performance in 44-point loss to Bulls
It could have been worse.The Nets could have left Friday's 131-87 blowout loss to the Chicago Bulls owners of the fewest points scored in a game this season.Instead, they left owners of the fewest points scored in a half all year.The Nets scored just 29 points in the first half behind an offense that sputtered from start to finish.
Nets lose 129-127 to Hawks after Trae Young buries buzzer-beating floater
It was almost poetic.Here were the Nets, who trailed by as many as 18 in Sunday's loss to the Hawks in Atlanta, figuring out how to close games now that their superstars are gone - only for a superstar on the other end to put the nail in the coffin.After Cam Johnson nailed a three to tie the game at 127 apiece, Hawks star Trae Young drove the lane, pump faked and threw up a floater that left his hands just in time and swished through the net at the buzzer to lift the Hawks to a 129-127 victory in Atlanta.
How the Nets are getting their newcomers up to speed and building chemistry: 'It's a slow drip'
When Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith first came to Brooklyn as part of the Kyrie Irving trade, Dinwiddie immediately began calling plays he and Finney-Smith ran when they played for the Dallas Mavericks.Something similar happened with Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson, the two starters who arrived in Brooklyn as part of the blockbuster Kevin Durant deal with the Phoenix Suns: Bridges overheard Dinwiddie breaking down a play to Finney-Smith using Mavericks terminology and immediately understood what they were discussing because "it's the West Coast, so we kind of know the same things."