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Nets ranked 28th in NBA after LeBron James joins 76ers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 7:32 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Nets ranked 28th in NBA after LeBron James joins 76ers
Summary

The Brooklyn Nets are currently ranked 28th in Bleacher Report's NBA power rankings after LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. The Nets finished the 2025-26 season with a 20-62 record and sought to improve their roster this offseason, acquiring Julius Randle. Despite these additions, analysts suggest the team still faces challenges before being considered playoff contenders. Brooklyn's moves, including drafting Mikel Brown and retaining Day'Ron Sharpe, are viewed as efforts to enhance competitiveness in the upcoming 2026-27 season.

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  • •Nets have a 20-62 record from last season.
  • •Brooklyn ranks 28th in Bleacher Report's power rankings.
  • •Julius Randle was acquired via trade from Minnesota.
  • •The Nets also drafted Mikel Brown with the No. 6 pick.
  • •Analysts expect more competitive play in the upcoming season.
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  • 2:53 AMYahoo Sports — Nets ranked 29th-best NBA starting lineup after LeBron James signing
  • 7:32 PMYahoo Sports — Nets rank 28th in NBA after LeBron James signs with 76ers
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The Brooklyn Nets were ranked by Bleacher Report as the 29th-best starting lineup in the NBA after LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.

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The Brooklyn Nets rank as the 28th-best team in Bleacher Report's NBA power rankings following LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.

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