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Nets prepare for summer league matchup against Rockets after mixed results

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 1:38 AM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Nets prepare for summer league matchup against Rockets after mixed results
Summary

The Brooklyn Nets are set to face the Houston Rockets on Friday in the Las Vegas Summer League after finishing three games, with a 2-1 record. Brooklyn secured convincing victories against the Sacramento Kings and New York Knicks but lost a close game to the Atlanta Hawks. Players such as Egor Demin, averaging 21.5 points per game, and Chaney Johnson, posting strong numbers including 14.7 points and 9.3 rebounds, are making significant contributions. Mikel Brown Jr. has also shown promise in his summer league appearances. The matchup against the Rockets will be crucial for playoff positioning within the summer league.

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Key Details
  • •Nets hold a 2-1 record in summer league play as of July 16.
  • •Egor Demin averages 21.5 points per game this summer.
  • •Chaney Johnson scores 14.7 points and grabs 9.3 rebounds per game.
  • •Brooklyn lost to the Atlanta Hawks in a close match.
  • •Game against the Rockets is crucial for playoff positioning.
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  • 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — Nets takeaways from summer league play heading into Friday's matchup
What they're saying
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The Brooklyn Nets have played three games thus far in the Las Vegas Summer League so here are three takeaways heading into Friday's game.

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Atlanta HawksBrooklyn NetsHouston RocketsNew York KnicksSacramento KingsNBABasketball

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