Brooklyn Nets continue rebuild ahead of 2026-27 NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 2:35 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
The Brooklyn Nets are navigating a rebuild as they prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season. ESPN's Dean Oliver highlights concerns about the team's placement, ranking them 24th in future projections and indicating the Nets are two years away from being competitive. Despite ranking top five in draft assets and financial resources, the team stands at the bottom in player quality and overall management. With recent acquisitions, including Julius Randle, the franchise seeks to improve its roster ahead of a season forecasted to be challenging.
- •Nets rated 24th in ESPN's future team rankings
- •Ranked bottom five in players, management, and draft metrics
- •Top five in financial resources and draft assets
- •Acquired Julius Randle this offseason
- •Expectations set for a challenging season ahead
- 2:35 AMYahoo Sports — How far away are the Nets from competing for an NBA playoff spot?
"The Brooklyn Nets are in the midst of their rebuild heading into the 2026-27 NBA season, but how far are they from competing for a playoff spot?
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