Nets Open Summer League With Saraf, Dëmin, Powell, Bilodeau and Johnson

Brooklyn puts its young core on center stage.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 41 min read

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starting us off first this summer ⤵️ ▪️ Saraf ▪️ Dëmin ▪️ Powell ▪️ Bilodeau ▪️ Johnson https://t.co/44xxN5fr4A

What happened: The Brooklyn Nets will start Saraf, Dëmin, Powell, Bilodeau and Johnson in their California Classic opener. The game begins Brooklyn’s 2026 summer schedule.

Why it matters: The lineup gives Brooklyn an early evaluation of several young players ahead of the 2026-27 season. Their performances could shape development priorities and future rotation decisions.

By the numbers: Four starters return from Brooklyn’s 2025 draft class or development group. Bilodeau entered the draft in focus before Brooklyn selected him 43rd overall in 2026.

What to watch: Watch how Brooklyn distributes ball-handling duties and minutes across the lineup during its opening summer games.

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@BrooklynNets Jul 4, 5:26 PM ET

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