Derek Parker

Derek Parker

Joined: May 4, 2024

Derek Parker covers the National Basketball Association, and has brought On SI five seasons of coverage across several different teams. He graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2020, and has experience working in print, video and radio.

Mar 3, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) shoots a free throw against the Miami Heat during the second quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Feb 26, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin (8) warms up before a game against the San Antonio Spurs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Feb 26, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin (8) warms up before a game against the San Antonio Spurs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Sep 26, 2022; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks talks to the media during media day at HSS Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Feb 26, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin (8) warms up before a game against the San Antonio Spurs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Nets will face off against the Heat on the road tonight.

Feb 20, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets Head Coach Jordi Fernandez yells to his team during a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Both Brooklyn and Miami will be without starters tonight.

Sep 23, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks speaks at Media Day. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Brooklyn left with a top-three pick in a recent mock draft.

Feb 20, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets Head Coach Jordi Fernandez yells to his team during a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Brooklyn has listed five players on its injury report for Tuesday.

Dec 26, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (33) during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Brooklyn will be without its starting center.

Feb 7, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) during the third quarter against the Washington Wizards at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Brooklyn and Indiana will be down a multitude of contributors tonight.

Jan 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Where the Nets stand as the league’s trade deadline looms.

Jan 2, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin (00) dribbles the ball while San Antonio Spurs forward Carter Bryant (11) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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The Nets aren't likely to make this year's postseason. But they'll be making trades with the Playoffs in mind.

Jan 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Assessing how the Nets should operate at this year’s trade deadline.

Jan 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Everything you need to know about the Brooklyn Nets and the looming trade deadline.

Jan 10, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (10) reacts after being called for a foul during the first half of a game against the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Seven players the Nets could target at the trade deadline.

Jan 23, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (21) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Brooklyn will face off against Phoenix down some star power.