Nets fall to Kings 79-76 in California Classic opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 11:32 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Brooklyn Nets faced the Sacramento Kings in their summer league opener on July 4, losing 79-76 in the California Classic. Egor Demin led the Nets with 23 points and seven rebounds, while Chaney Johnson added a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. The Kings, bolstered by Darius Acuff Jr.'s 25 points, secured victory with a game-winning three-pointer from Nique Clifford. The Nets will look to improve in their next game, waiting for the return of Mikel Brown Jr. and Danny Wolf to boost their roster.
- •Nets lose to Kings 79-76 in California Classic opener
- •Egor Demin scores 23 points for Brooklyn
- •Darius Acuff Jr. leads Kings with 25 points
- •Nets await return of Mikel Brown Jr. and Danny Wolf
- •Next game will provide an opportunity for roster adjustments
- 11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Nets player grades: Egor Demin drops 23 in 79-76 loss to Kings
"Here are the Brooklyn Nets player grades for Saturday's 79-76 loss to the Sacramento Kings in the California Classic.
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