Jed Katz

Jed Katz

Joined: May 5, 2024

Jed is a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison majoring in journalism. He also contributes at several other basketball outlets, including has his own basketball blog and podcast — The Sixth Man Report.

Dec 18, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) during the first quarter against the Miami Heat at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) and guard Terance Mann (14) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Jan 29, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) during the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Feb 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Orlando Magic forward Moritz Wagner (21) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Dec 29, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin (8) brings the ball up court against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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After NBA free agency and trade market buzz, the Brooklyn Nets weren't dead last, but still ranked relatively low in The Athletic's NBA offseason rankings.

Jan 10, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Last year, the Brooklyn Nets and Denver Nuggets made a trade involving Michael Porter Jr., Cameron Johnson and a 2032 first-round pick. Today, the Nets have one of the most valuable trade assets in the NBA with the Nuggets in the second apron.

Feb 23, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) on the court in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Brooklyn Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. sat down with Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter to discuss his relationships with Rajon Rondo and Donovan Mitchell and send a message to Nets fans after being selected sixth in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Apr 30, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) dribbles the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the first half during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Brooklyn Nets have an outside chance at making the 2027 NBA Play-In Tournament and/or the NBA playoffs. From Julius Randle to Michael Porter Jr. to the rest of the Eastern Conference, what needs to go right?

Mar 5, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) drives to the basket against Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) during the first quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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With NBA free agency nearing a close, the Brooklyn Nets will begin contract negotiations with Michael Porter Jr. What if they can't reach an agreement?

Oct 24, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The Brooklyn Nets have no choice but to compete in the new NBA. LeBron James and the new NBA Draft Lottery are forcing the league to improve its rosters.

Jan 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Drake Powell (4) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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With the NBA offseason trudging along, three questions linger for the Brooklyn Nets as they build out their roster.

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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Brooklyn Nets Egor Demin was named to the 2026 NBA All-Summer League Second Team after an impressive stretch in Las Vegas.

Mar 7, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) dribbles in the first half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Brooklyn Nets star Michael Porter Jr. is already one of the top trade targets entering a new NBA season.

Mar 10, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) celebrates after dunking in the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

The Brooklyn Nets can sign Detroit Pistons star Jalen Duren as his contract standoff continues in NBA free agency.

Feb 23, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) on the court in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

The Brooklyn Nets will face the Houston Rockets in the final pool play game of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.

Apr 5, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Drake Powell (4) celebrates with forward E.J. Liddell (9) after defeafting the Washington Wizards at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Brooklyn Nets guard Drake Powell has struggled in the team's early games in NBA Summer League.