Nets enter camp with Randle-Porter pairing under watch

Second-year core faces key jump in 2026-27

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 55m1 min read

“Julius Randle is the new piece, and it will be interesting to see how much he and Michael Porter Jr. connect in the Net Via @NBA on X

What happened: Brooklyn opens 2026-27 camp integrating Julius Randle alongside Michael Porter Jr. in the halfcourt offense. Development focus shifts to second-year Nets coming off a full season and summer work.

Why it matters: Randle joins Brooklyn as the frontcourt addition confirmed in July. His connection with Porter Jr. will shape roles and touches while the Nets prioritize youth minutes in the rebuild.

What to watch: Watch preseason reps for Randle-Porter Jr. lineups and which second-year players earn rotation minutes.

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@NBA 2026-10-05T20:08:00.743559+00:00

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