"Dec 1, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Twenty games into the season, the Brooklyn Nets are right where many expected them to be. Sitting at 416 and positioned for what will likely be a top-five pick in a loaded upcoming draft, the development of their young players will be the primary focus moving forward."
"Michael Porter Jr. continued his career year, pouring in 35 points on 7-of-11 shooting from three. Brooklyn's four rookies were a major bright spot all night, each posting a positive plus/minus, with Drake Powell leading the way. The lengthy guard scored 10 points, dished out four assists, and added three steals. Danny Wolf also finished with 10 points, seven rebounds, and a highlight-reel dunk that had Barclays Center buzzing with oohs and aahs. Egor Demin and Ben Saraf combined for 16 points."
Brooklyn is 4-16 and positioned for a likely top-five pick in a loaded upcoming draft, making young-player development the primary focus. The Nets won their first home game 116-103 over the Charlotte Hornets, with Michael Porter Jr. scoring 35 points on 7-of-11 three-point shooting. Four rookies posted positive plus/minus marks: Drake Powell (10 points, 4 assists, 3 steals), Danny Wolf (10 points, 7 rebounds, highlight dunk), Egor Demin and Ben Saraf (combined 16 points). Porter Jr. averages 24.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists while shooting 48% overall and 38% from three. Trade possibilities and Cam Thomas’s hamstring issues remain concerns.
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