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Julius Randle predicts surprising season for Brooklyn Nets amid low expectations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 10:43 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Julius Randle predicts surprising season for Brooklyn Nets amid low expectations

Summary

Julius Randle, newly acquired by the Brooklyn Nets, stated his belief that the team can exceed expectations this season. Randle, who brings playoff experience and a scoring edge, teams up with 2023 NBA champion Michael Porter Jr. As the Nets focus on developing young players, Randle emphasized the importance of building chemistry with his teammates. Following a four-team trade that previously saw him leave the Minnesota Timberwolves, Randle aims to make a significant impact, despite the team's challenges. Both he and Porter Jr. expressed confidence in their ability to surprise observers this season.

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Status Watch

•Julius Randle joins Brooklyn Nets after trading from Minnesota Timberwolves.
•Randle averaged 21 points per game last season and brings playoff experience.
•Both Randle and Michael Porter Jr. believe they can exceed low team expectations.
•Nets focus on developing young talent while integrating Randle's veteran presence.
•Randle aims to build effective chemistry with teammates for the upcoming season.

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10:43 PMYahoo Sports — Julius Randle Gets Vote of Confidence From $40M Worth Teammate, Makes Bold Prediction About Their Season

What they're saying

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Julius Randle will join the Brooklyn Nets not only as their most experienced player with significant playoff experience but also, arguably, as the team’s best scoring option. The three-time All-Star’s stint with the Minnesota Timberwolves came to an end after two seasons last July as part of a four-team trade that sent LaMelo Ball from [...]
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