Mo Wagner discusses adjustment period with Nets during preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 1:39 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Brooklyn Nets center Mo Wagner spoke about his transition into the team's playing style. As he approaches the start of his ninth NBA season, Wagner is adapting defensively to the Nets' system after signing as a free-agent this summer. He noted the importance of improving his defensive habits while enjoying the offensive setup that emphasizes reads rather than set plays. Wagner, competing for the starting center role, averaged 5.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists in two preseason games ahead of a matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers, where he aims to showcase further development.
- •Wagner is in his first season with the Nets.
- •He is adjusting to the team's defensive strategies.
- •Competing with Day'Ron Sharpe for starting center.
- •Averaged 5.5 points and 3.5 rebounds in preseason.
- •Nets recently traded Nic Claxton to the Bulls.
- 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Nets' Mo Wagner explains his usage on both ends of the court
"Brooklyn Nets center Mo Wagner is still in the early stages of his first season with the Nets, but he explained what the adjustment period is like.
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