The California Classic was plenty of fun for Nets fans. Egor Dëmin absolutely showed out, and Mikel Brown Jr. showed up just in time to make a serious first impression. Now, they’ll take their talents along with the rest of the summer squad and head over to Las Vegas to play the Knicks. Their summer hype is a well-earned celebration tour. Brooklyn’s summer holds a lot of weight as they assess their rotation entering the 2026-27 season.
Four games… then 3+ months until the next game. Enjoy them!
🏀 Key Info
- Who: Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks
- Tip-off Time: 6:00 PM ET
- Broadcast: YES Network, Gotham Sports App, Prime Video, NBA TV, NBA League Pass, ESPN+
- Location: Las Vegas, NV (Thomas & Mack Center/Pavilion)
✍️ Game Preview
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Nets’ other two-way player, and second-round rookie Tyler Bilodeau, was electric beyond the arc. His 3-point shooting has always been his calling card, nailing 46.4% of his 3-point attempts at UCLA last season. He quickly flashed that ability in two Summer League games, averaging 13.5 points and 5.5 rebounds in 26 minutes per game while converting 58.3% of his 3-point attempts. He even drilled four triples in just the first half of the Nets’ final game at the California Classic.
– Connor Long’s full preview here.
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In the meantime, check out The Brooklyn with Pooch & Collin as they talk about the California Classic, offseason, and what to look for in Las Vegas.
