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Backup center takes next step in case for more Nets minutes: ‘Lot more comfortable'

Day’Ron Sharpe is coming into his third season as a professional, possibly a make-or-break year with the Nets.

Ex-NBA first-rounder accused of rape in NYC hotel and sending women to threaten alleged victim

Josh Jackson was the No. 4 pick in the 2017 draft.

Spencer Dinwiddie is already proving to be a good fit in different Nets role

It looks like good things are coming for Brooklyn with Spencer Dinwiddie on their side.

Tom Thibodeau fine-tunes Knicks' preseason rotation to rest starters

If you’re looking for logic in how the Knicks are resting their World Cup players, Tom Thibodeau doesn’t have a good answer.

All-Star backs Knicks' $19M benched guard in 'disrespectful' saga

After the Knicks guard showcased his shooting Saturday night, he got a hardy endorsement — and words of advice — from a fellow Frenchman who is helping him navigate a...

Tom Thibodeau's joking response to Jeff Van Gundy's new job

Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau had one word to describe his reaction to Jeff Van Gundy’s new job. “Disgusting,” the coach said before the Knicks’ 121-112 preseason loss to the Timberwolves...

Veteran provides reminder how vital he is to Knicks in preseason loss

Josh Hart, who didn't play in the preseason opener, was back to his gritty, hustling ways in the Knicks' 121-112 exhibition loss to the Timberwolves.

Jacque Vaughn looking for right times to play two key Nets together

Jacque Vaughn has liked how the combo of Ben Simmons and Spencer Dinwiddie has looked when they’ve been together in the Nets’ backcourt during the preseason.

Nets still being 'extremely cautious' with this starter as season approaches

Nets fans got the opportunity to watch the team practice Saturday, albeit at Barclays Center, rather than at a Brooklyn park, due to the inclement weather. 

Jeff Van Gundy returns to NBA with new gig after ESPN exit

It appears Jeff Van Gundy has landed his next gig. 

NBA star, Knicks head coach 'squashed' their beef 'years ago'

Before they met again on the Garden court, Karl-Anthony Towns said he and Tom Thibodeau long ago “squashed” their beef. 

Top NBA Draft pick puts league on notice with jaw-dropping preseason highlights

Victor Wembanyama looks like he could be the real deal, and it’s only the Spurs’ second preseason game. 

LeBron James bows to Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift romance

The king has named his successor.

Rookie Noah Clowney has a lot to learn about the NBA, and the Nets have a lot of ways to teach him

Brooklyn is counting on rookie Noah Clowney to grow, both in terms of experience and frame.

Key Knick not worrying about extension as deadline looms

Immanuel Quickley and the Knicks have until 5 p.m. on Oct. 23 to agree to terms on a contract extension.

Tom Thibodeau praises NBA star as trade rumors swirl: ‘As gifted as they come’

Karl-Anthony Towns is here tomorrow for Knicks-Timberwolves -- he remains someone the Knicks are keeping an eye on. Thibodeau coached him in Minnesota and praises him today, despite the fact...

NBA star turns himself in after warrant for his arrest was issued

Hornets forward Miles Bridges turned himself in after an arrest warrant was issued for an alleged protection order violation.

Ben Simmons' preseason gives Nets reason for optimism: 'Getting better'

It will take a lot more than a pair of preseason games to prove that Ben Simmons is back to his old form. But he has given the Nets reason...

Harry Giles ready to prove his spot on the Nets roster after two-season injury

Ben Simmons wasn’t the only former first-round pick looking to prove he’s healthy.