Ben Saraf struggles in summer league with Nets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:40 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Saraf had a challenging showing in summer league play, averaging 10.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game. Saraf shot 37.3% from the field and 33.3% from three, while primarily coming off the bench. Discussion around his performance raises concerns about his improvement since last season, particularly in regard to his perimeter shooting and ability to finish drives. Competing against Mikel Brown Jr. and Nolan Traore for point guard minutes, Saraf aims to solidify his role ahead of training camp this fall.
- •Saraf averaged 10.0 points per game in summer league play.
- •He struggled with a 37.3% shooting percentage from the field.
- •Saraf came off the bench in four of his six games.
- •Mikel Brown Jr. is competing for the starting point guard role.
- •Nets continue to evaluate their 2025 draft class ahead of training camp.
- 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — What to make of Nets' Ben Saraf's performance in summer league play?
"Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Saraf had an uneven stint in summer league play this offseason so what can be made of his performance?
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