# ![@erikslater_ Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::3353550455.png) @erikslater_ Erik Slater

Erik Slater posts on X about nba, drake, has been, brooklyn nets the most. They currently have [------] followers and [----] posts still getting attention that total [---------] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Social Influence

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**Social topic influence**
[nba](/topic/nba) #3269, [drake](/topic/drake), [has been](/topic/has-been), [brooklyn nets](/topic/brooklyn-nets), [jalen](/topic/jalen), [nets](/topic/nets), [preseason](/topic/preseason), [$barcl](/topic/$barcl), [knicks](/topic/knicks), [toronto](/topic/toronto)

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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"#Nets fans Im curious which offseason acquisition outside of KD and Kyrie are you most excited about DeAndre Jordan Taurean Prince Nic Claxton Garrett Temple DeAndre Jordan Taurean Prince Nic Claxton Garrett Temple"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1153774462401175552)  2019-07-23T21:10Z 10.9K followers, [--] engagements


"Nets Status Report for tomorrow nights game vs. Indiana: Curry (left ankle - injury management) - QUESTIONABLE Warren (left foot - injury recovery) - OUT"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1586825464626167809)  2022-10-30T21:00Z 11.1K followers, [--] engagements


"Nets Status Report for tomorrow's game at SAC: PROBABLE: Claxton (left eye contusion) and Curry (left ankle - injury management) QUESTIONABLE: Simmons (left knee soreness) and Watanabe (lower back contusion) OUT: Irving (suspension) Warren (left foot) Williams (G League)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1592323743241867265)  2022-11-15T01:08Z 11.1K followers, [--] engagements


"Nets have two needs that really stick out right now: [--]. Stretch five to help with rebounding alongside Ben Simmons [--]. High-level point of attack defender that can shoot alongside Kyrie Two archetypes that are very very difficult to find"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1596352333944086528)  2022-11-26T03:57Z 12.7K followers, [---] engagements


"Asked Cam Thomas about him joining LeBron James as the two youngest players in NBA history to score [--] points in consecutive games: Thats great company. Im a Kobe guy though so if you said Kobe I wouldve been a little more excited"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1622802646003331075)  2023-02-07T03:41Z 11.1K followers, 4M engagements


"I asked Jacque Vaughn if this 3-game stretch from Cam Thomas is enough for him to be a fixture in the rotation moving forward. His response:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1623160484915445761)  2023-02-08T03:23Z 11.9K followers, [----] engagements


"The Brooklyn Nets having [--] three-and-D wings after playing 90% of the last [--] years with 2+ undersized guards on the floor"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1624495749995151364)  2023-02-11T19:49Z 10.9K followers, 52.2K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn on his team ahead of the playoffs: "You look at teams seven eight nine ten they have an All-Star or multiple All-Stars on their team. And this sixth seed the Brooklyn Nets we did it in a very competitive and collective way as a group as a team. And hopefully the borough of Brooklyn is proud to have this group represent them in the playoffs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1644528606855430145)  2023-04-08T02:32Z 10.6K followers, 202.8K engagements


"I asked Jacque Vaughn what the biggest challenge of trying to harness Cam Thomas elite scoring at the NBA level has been: I wish the score was [---] Brooklyn Nets [---] Philadelphia. I think that part helps. The goal is you win as a team. So [--] points is great but we end up losing by [--]. So youve got to attach those together. How do you marry the [--] shots to being a productive teammate where you might not get that amount of shots in a typical game Thats the question. So can you harness and take that ability and be able to do it in the shorter amount of time In a more efficient time And in a"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1645161065255251969)  2023-04-09T20:25Z 11.4K followers, 1.7M engagements


"@JfromBk They open training camp on Aug. [--] in Las Vegas. Their first exhibition game is against Puerto Rico on Aug. [--]. They're then traveling for exhibitions in Spain and the United Arab Emirates before opening World Cup play on Aug. [--] against New Zealand"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1669348759627792386)  2023-06-15T14:18Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The Clippers are trying to find a trade for Norman Powell as they attempt to avoid the second apron per @TheSteinLine. Powell (30) is under contract at $19M annually for the next three seasons. He averaged [----] PPG on 48/40/81 shooting splits last season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1674436883101757440)  2023-06-29T16:04Z [----] followers, 378.7K engagements


"Its so hilarious how Kyrie went on his IG live and vilified reporters just to turn around and use them to stir up his market. Not the first time hes contradicted himself"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1674460081855901711)  2023-06-29T22:14Z [----] followers, 57.9K engagements


"Harden KD and Kyrie have combined for [--] trade requests in less than two seasons. Historic numbers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1674525550973538304)  2023-06-29T21:13Z [----] followers, 2.3M engagements


"Fans will just deal with it and be happy as usual. What a wild response to a franchises all-time best player forcing his way to one team with a subpar package. @JoshEberley I dont think anybody involved is thinking about the fans when making these decisions. Fans will just deal with it and be happy as usual @JoshEberley I dont think anybody involved is thinking about the fans when making these decisions. Fans will just deal with it and be happy as usual"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1677356212055326722)  2023-07-07T16:37Z 11.3K followers, 520.9K engagements


"Sean Marks and Spencer Dinwiddie are here sitting together ahead of the Nets second Summer League game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678152496190214144)  2023-07-09T21:38Z [----] followers, 22.8K engagements


"Jalen Wilson drains a triple on his first shot of the day. Wilson led Brooklyn with [--] points Friday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678156267062427648)  2023-07-09T21:36Z 10.9K followers, [----] engagements


"David Duke Jr. said he was surprised that the Nets didnt extend him a qualifying offer. Emphasized that hes still hopeful of working something out with Brooklyn"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678190526460309505)  2023-07-10T02:08Z [----] followers, 14.8K engagements


"Sean Marks said Ben Simmons is not playing 3v3 or 5v5 yet: "I was down there two weeks ago with him and with our training staff and saw the progress. Im happy to report that hes in great physical shape and also mentally. He seems to be chomping at the bit to get back out"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678199983852642306)  2023-07-10T00:33Z [----] followers, 113.5K engagements


"Sean Marks on expectations for Ben Simmons next season: "I think the hope is that he returns to that (All-Star) level of play. I mean if he was [--] years old I wouldn't honestly be able to tell you that. But I think knowing that he's mid-20s and he has still hopefully not"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678201224582283265)  2023-07-10T02:44Z [----] followers, 51.9K engagements


"Sean Marks on the Nets' roster and timeline: "I think 100% we have to keep our flexibility. Were looking forward not only this year but next year the year after that and trying to find players that will be with us in two or three years. What does it look like They are mid-20s some younger than that. What can they show us in this next season that proves that they should be part of this group in the next year or two after this""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678205841546293248)  2023-07-10T00:53Z 10.8K followers, 71.8K engagements


"Nets: Sean Marks opens up on Ben Simmons rehab process FIBA World Cup decision"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678427650023645185)  2023-07-10T15:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Shams reported the Damian Lillard trade could be a [--] or 4-team deal with Portland netting four firsts. Heres a trade I proposed in a recent article about Tyler Herro. BKNs [--] first via PHX allows MIA to trade [--] of their own. If this is the price for Herro Nets should jump"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678857196086657024)  2023-07-11T20:06Z [----] followers, 60K engagements


"@DFresh505 @MisterMacomedy No they wouldnt. Acquiring another teams first-round pick in the same year satisfies the Stepian Rule. Teams dont have to control their own first just a first"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678882884223143936)  2023-07-11T21:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Cam Johnson Royce ONeale Cam Thomas and DayRon Sharpe are courtside for Nets-Bucks"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678891896469606400)  2023-07-11T22:26Z [----] followers, 23.6K engagements


"Jalen Wilson is 2/2 from three to start this one. He's 6/10 from deep in Summer League thus far. Stroke has looked very smooth"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678895733074964480)  2023-07-13T18:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Lonnie Walker on what makes Mikal Bridges such a respected player around the NBA: "He has a great presence. He's a great human being. A very loving caring person. A very humble individual. On the court he's just a killer man. To see his growth from Villanova to Phoenix to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1678908531968466944)  2023-07-12T02:14Z [----] followers, 28.7K engagements


"Nets: Second-round pick Jalen Wilson shining at Summer League after signing two-way contract"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1679227977350119425)  2023-07-13T01:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"ESPN letting a host on-air with a wildly uninformed take about a player whose name he cant even pronounce Flat-out disrespectful. Cant say Im surprised. Their talk shows are in the gutter"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1687175516686516225)  2023-08-04T07:46Z [----] followers, 13.3K engagements


"Trendon Watford ➡ Cam Thomas Quite a few assists to Thomas on Watford's tape from their lone season together at LSU"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1687480559704961025)  2023-08-05T06:57Z [----] followers, 11.3K engagements


"Just 7.3% of the league is earning salaries between $20-$29M. Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson are in that group with Nic Claxton set to join them after this season. That will be very difficult for the Nets to maintain while acquiring star(s) in coming years. Reality of new CBA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1687798880639827968)  2023-08-05T12:13Z [----] followers, 10.7K engagements


"Cam Thomas offered praise for Sean Marks in a recent interview saying he has "a great relationship" with the Nets GM: "It's a great relationship. He's done a great job of identifying players in certain roles. I feel like he's one of the best at his job and I'm glad that he's our GM honestly. We're in a good spot we have a good place to go and a good place to build on for years to come. He's a great GM." (Via @_SchuZ_)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1689647987256066048)  2023-08-10T14:40Z [----] followers, 53.1K engagements


"Cam Thomas on reuniting with former LSU teammate Trendon Watford: "He's a talented player can dribble pass rebound. He can do everything on the court. So just being that Swiss army knife for us. I'm excited to play with him. He makes the game easy for me as a scorer." (Via @_SchuZ_)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1689650498998337537)  2023-08-10T14:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Cam Thomas on Jacque Vaughn taking over and the 18-2 stretch that followed: "We were going through a transition a coaching change and he was just being honest with us and letting us play. I feel like it was just him bringing the locker room together because I felt like we did need that change. It helped us." (Via @_SchuZ_)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1689656250693529600)  2023-08-10T15:13Z [----] followers, 13K engagements


"The Nets' Nov. 10th in-season tournament game at Boston will be nationally televised on ESPN"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1691534473655951361)  2023-08-15T19:37Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The Nets will face off with Kyrie Irving during their second game of the season. Oct. [--] at Dallas"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1692251030879121905)  2023-08-17T19:04Z [----] followers, 20.4K engagements


"Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson will return to Phoenix Dec. [--]. Kevin Durants return to Brooklyn will be Jan. 31"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1692251546048659480)  2023-08-17T19:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Team USA defeats New Zealand 99-72. Mikal Bridges: [--] pts [--] reb 3/4 FG Cam Johnson: [--] pts [--] reb [--] ast 0/3 FG 2/2 FT Bridges defense jumped off the screen in this one"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1695444857123131862)  2023-08-26T14:35Z 10.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons says his body is feeling 100% ahead of the season: I dont think people realize how bad it was (last year) in terms of physically how I was feeling and what I was able to do on the floor. Being able to sit down now and not have to lean or slouch one way its kind of crazy for me. But I feel Im at 100% now. (Via @MarcJSpears)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1696590768436121797)  2023-08-29T18:28Z [----] followers, 32.1K engagements


"Mikal Bridges has been the star for Team USA today: [--] points [--] rebounds 8/11 FG 4/6 from three Team USA up big on Italy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1699059793582055823)  2023-09-05T13:59Z 10.4K followers, 24.3K engagements


"Mikal Bridges after his offensive explosion today for Team USA: I just stay aggressive thats what it is Just that force and being aggressive. Were all confident. No matter how many points we score were all ready. Were all ready to make that shot were all ready to make a play. I mean look at the guys were playing with. Everyone can go out and score everybody is the main guy on their team. Were just ready for the moment"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1699094031765057916)  2023-09-05T16:15Z [----] followers, 14.3K engagements


"David Duke Jr. has agreed to an Exhibit [--] deal with the Philadelphia 76ers per @ginamizell. DDJs days with the Nets appear to be over after two seasons bouncing between Brooklyn and Long Island"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1699237544737546695)  2023-09-06T01:46Z [----] followers, 21.1K engagements


".@MarcJSpears on his conversations Ben Simmons: He said in some workouts in Miami he put the ball through his legs and dunked. He expects to be healthy and to play in the first game this season. And that All-Star caliber player he expects that player to be back.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1699814331750256673)  2023-09-07T15:58Z [----] followers, 56K engagements


"Report: Ben Simmons has "All-Star expectations" for 2023-24 season amid newfound health"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1699848363615588421)  2023-09-07T18:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges has it stuck on automatic for the second straight game: [--] points 4/4 FG 1/1 from three 2/2 FT USA and Germany knotted up at [--] in the 2nd"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1700136912504193089)  2023-09-08T13:20Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges in the 1st half: [--] points (leads all scorers) 5/5 FG 2/2 from three 2/2 FT USA leads by one at the half"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1700139927516709230)  2023-09-08T13:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges was USA's hottest player in the 1st half. He didn't take a shot in the 3rd quarter. Germany wins the period 35-24 to take a 10-point leading heading into the 4th"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1700148660816724276)  2023-09-08T14:06Z [--] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges in the World Cup: [----] points (2nd on team) 63% FG 56% from three 82% FT And making superstar plays in these kind of moments. Quite the showing for Brooklyns new number one"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1700868842468016364)  2023-09-10T13:48Z [----] followers, 29.9K engagements


"Cade Cunningham is sitting [--] rows behind me in the pouring rain to watch a 33-0 Giants-Cowboys game. Respect"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1701057951308337290)  2023-09-11T02:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Every time the Giants play the Cowboys Im also reminded that Dave Gettleman passed on Micah Parsons to trade back and draft Kadarius Toney. Who sends fans voice memos cursing them out and played Week [--] like he didnt have arms"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1701068971351454166)  2023-09-11T03:03Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Daniel Jones was obviously bad today but if you watched this game and your first instinct was to point to him I seriously question your IQ. One of the worst O-Line performances in the history of football"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1701069696261370089)  2023-09-11T03:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jets fans tomorrow morning with their co-workers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1701412656270241848)  2023-09-12T01:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"At a certain point NBA teams need to jointly agree on a zero tolerance policy for DV. Bad enough Miles Bridges got $8M from Charlotte this year. And I fear KPJ could get soft treatment because hes a high profile guy. If you do this to a woman you should be done end of story"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1701672774240989272)  2023-09-12T19:02Z [----] followers, 38.5K engagements


"LeBron James has been recruiting some of the NBA's biggest names to join him on Team USA for the [----] Olympics. After an impressive Fiba World Cup showing should Mikal Bridges be on the list"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1702089375952081235)  2023-09-13T22:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


".@ZachLowe_NBA mentioned Dorian Finney-Smith as a player the Bucks could acquire for their [----] first if they go all-in on a title this year to keep Giannis: "I'm looking at that pick and Grayson Allen's expiring deal or Pat Connaughton and trying to find a $15-$20M player who helps me more than those guys." (Via The Lowe Post)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1702754668802175471)  2023-09-15T18:42Z [----] followers, 48.5K engagements


"Ive never seen a football team do more of a [---] in terms of preparedness coaching. The Giants won last year because they consistently had a coaching edge against equal or worse teams. Could not look more different this year"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1703511803030888472)  2023-09-17T20:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons again emphsizes he will play point guard this season: "That's what I am I'm a point guard. As much as people try to put me in - everyone's a GM in their head - I'm a point guard. I think with the team we have I think it's constructed well for us to have a good run." (Via @TinaCervasio)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1703827122047918281)  2023-09-18T17:43Z [----] followers, 44.1K engagements


"The Nets announce they will host media day on Oct. [--] with training camp running from Oct. [--] - Oct. [--] in Brooklyn. Team will finish camp in Las Vegas on Oct [--] and [--] before opening the preseason vs. the Lakers on the 9th"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1704233996199010785)  2023-09-19T20:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The Nets have signed forward Jordan Hall and guard Keifer Sykes to training camp deals"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1704544199448662514)  2023-09-20T17:13Z [----] followers, 12.2K engagements


"This is the reason (aside from his sights being set on Miami) that the Nets have kept their powder dry in Dame talks. Several top-tier stars could be available in the next year: Giannis Joel Embiid and Donovan Mitchell could all be looking for new situations. It wouldn't be surprising if Luka Doncic soon joined that group. Maintaining flexibility is the name of the game right now"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1704872666224562336)  2023-09-21T14:58Z [----] followers, 52.7K engagements


"🚨 New Words 🚨 The Nets are armed with a treasure-trove of draft capital following the trades of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. My latest on why maintaining that flexibility has been and will continue to be Brooklyns top priority in 2023-24:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1704969407309488319)  2023-09-21T21:22Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Micah McFadden just had a PBU on a CMC vertical route and follows it up with a TFL. Hes having a day"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1705050588424147431)  2023-09-22T02:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Daniel Jones offensive line tonight: LT: Backup guard in 2nd year LG: Hasnt played in two years C: Rookie RG: Rookie RT: Struggling in 2nd year Without his star RB against one of top defenses in NFL. Actual fans on this app: DJ sucks He cant score against a good defense The Giants never throw down the field And the OC is terrible"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1705059569494360384)  2023-09-22T03:20Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jacque Vaughn says Ben Simmons is playing 5-on-5 with "no restrictions" and will be ready for training camp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706670468789661964)  2023-09-26T14:02Z [----] followers, 28.1K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said he has an "agreement" with Ben Simmons that he will play point guard "as long as he is playing consistently at a high level." Simmons previously said that he and JV had spoken in Miami this summer about his desire to play the position"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706674611100807492)  2023-09-26T14:18Z [----] followers, 31.7K engagements


"Sean Marks on whether he feels he addressed the need to get "bigger and nastier" on the boards: Theres not gonna be one man out there that just fixes a rebounding deficiency. Were gonna have to do that by committee. The people we brought in a lot of them have a lot of length theres a lot of IQ out there. JVs system is gonna help with a lot of that We may not be the best defensive rebounding team in the league but the plan is certainly to be better than we were in the past and thats gonna be by committee with a system and a mindset from all of our players"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706684236797788221)  2023-09-26T14:56Z [----] followers, 26K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said he later came to realize Ben Simmons was physically incapable of doing the things he was asking last season: "My relationship with Ben is in such a good place right now. I expected him to do things that I've come to understand physically he just couldn't do. But the things I'm asking him to do moving forward I think he can physically do now. So that puts us in a position where I can use multiple lineups with different people around him to have success on both ends of the floor.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706686016285769825)  2023-09-26T15:03Z [----] followers, 27.7K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said he and Ben Simmons have an "agreement" that Simmons will play point guard to open the year: "I would use the word agreement more so than commitment. The agreement is if he's playing at a consistently high level then I think our pictures look exactly the same.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706687503468536120)  2023-09-26T15:09Z [----] followers, 10.7K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said the Nets will shift defensive schemes somewhat to help on the glass: "There are schemes that we leaned towards last year we were just a little bit handcuffed with how we had to play. With a training camp I'm going to put more things on the guys' plates early"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706691651584868612)  2023-09-26T15:26Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Nets: Ben Simmons receives major injury update from Jacque Vaughn ahead of training camp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706737943543464264)  2023-09-26T18:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jacque Vaughn says Ben Simmons will have the ball in his hands "if he is able to play in a certain way." He then expands to say: "It's probably. you have to guard him with the basketball on his hands." That's really what it comes down to. If Simmons can play with a downhill force that defenses have to respect he'll run point and have the ball. If not it'll be more of what we saw last year"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706744646926299464)  2023-09-26T18:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nets: Jacque Vaughn opens up on rocky relationship with Ben Simmons ahead of 2023-24 season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706750826620870668)  2023-09-26T19:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jacque Vaughn alluded to Spencer Dinwiddie taking a higher dose of catch-and-shoot threes when asked about spacing concerns alongside Ben Simmons and Nic Claxton. I wrote about reasons for optimism regarding Dinwiddie as an off-ball spacer in my article Monday:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1706761739021205572)  2023-09-26T20:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jacque Vaughn when asked about expectations for Mikal Bridges in 2023-24: "We're gonna put more on his plate. We're going to ask him to do more." Bridges attempted [--] of Brooklyn's [--] clutch shots after joining the team last year. The Nets ranked 28th in clutch offense and posted a 4-7 record in clutch games during that span"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707059030286315671)  2023-09-27T15:46Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Spencer Dinwiddie outlines the Nets' offensive vision around Ben Simmons: "When Ben's at his best he's getting off the rim he's being a monster in transition he's making plays for others. We hope that there's enough shooting out there with Mikal Cam Johnson obviously is elite he's always shooting [--] from three. Catch and shoot-wise I've been a good three-point shooter in my career. We hope to space the floor for him. He gets out in transition and makes plays. And obviously you've got Nic (Claxton) playing above the rim." (Via @PatBevPod)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707074705889366262)  2023-09-27T16:48Z [----] followers, 21K engagements


"Spencer Dinwiddie offers high praise for Ben Simmons calling him a "more athletic Draymond Green" at his best: Ben at his best form is a far more athletic Draymond Green with less three-point shooting When you talk about the defensive IQ reading passing lanes quarterbacking a defense able to guard one through five. Hes one of the only people in the league who can do that and then obviously hes getting out on that break. Hes never been fortunate enough to play with Steph and Klay obviously so I think if he was in that type of environment you would see those same kind of triple-doubles"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707077159028711844)  2023-09-27T16:58Z [----] followers, 21.1K engagements


"Reactions to that trade: -Milwaukee is the runaway favorite in the East -Portland must be very confident in their ability to flip Holiday for value otherwise. yikes -Don't understand Nurkic in Phoenix at all with his health and defensive limitations -Miami must feel another star may become available. Mitchell Doncic Just stunning. What a move by the Bucks"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707099772161560829)  2023-09-27T18:27Z [----] followers, 60.3K engagements


"Sean Marks and Jacque Vaughn appeared aligned on the need to address the Nets' poor rebounding at the close of last season. Yet Brooklyn didn't bring in a true center this summer. My latest on the team's thought process surrounding a glaring weakness:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707125009922007283)  2023-09-27T20:08Z [----] followers, 13.9K engagements


"Nets: Spencer Dinwiddie defends Ben Simmons with Draymond Green comparison outlines new-look Brooklyn offense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707141693751857639)  2023-09-27T21:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Im interested to see how this Tyler Herro situation plays out in Miami. The Heat have been openly shopping him for a while now. Part of the business but he cant be thrilled with how this has played out"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707146566903947377)  2023-09-27T21:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Brooklyn likely would have needed to include Nic Claxton multiple firsts (at least one of 2027-29 PHX/DAL picks) and swaps to beat out Milwaukee here. Sean Marks said no thanks. Preserving the Nets' ammo for things to come. Feels like the right move given Dame's timeline"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707178042999603448)  2023-09-27T23:38Z [----] followers, 28.4K engagements


"A lot of juicy details in this article. The big takeaways: -Cronin felt slighted by Dame trying to force his way to Miami basically told him Ill send you where I want. -Portland was on a new timeline and ready to move on. Dame was ready to rescind the trade request and"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707552621987332378)  2023-09-29T00:27Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Cam Johnson says he and Mikal Bridges joked about growing into a "low-usage version" of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown in Phoenix: "We didn't have any qualms about our role in Phoenix because we love to win and our team was winning but were like 'We really got more stuff.'. Tatum and Brown thats an elite wing duo. Yeah were gonna keep working. Were maybe like a low usage version a three-and-D version. We always would joke around about that." (Via @OldManAndThree)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707774134850146811)  2023-09-29T15:07Z [----] followers, 26.8K engagements


"Cam Johnson says the Nets being able to establish their own identity excites him most about this season: Last season that was really hard given the circumstances. Youre traded to a team midseason; youre trying to figure out a lot on the fly. I think the most exciting thing is really hammering out who we want to be as a team and then using those unique pieces that we have to our advantage." (Via @OldManAndThree)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707776158966714524)  2023-09-29T15:15Z [----] followers, 13K engagements


"The Nets announce their 2023-24 training camp roster. Brooklyn still has three camp spots open (one two-way two Exhibit 10s). NBA allows you to carry [--] players. Patrick Gardner not listed after he reportedly signed an Exhibit [--] in July"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707787182235328860)  2023-09-29T15:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nets: Cam Johnson reveals most exciting aspect of "unique" Brooklyn roster in 2023-24"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707842894336282949)  2023-09-29T19:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Im surprised it took someone this long to grab Sumner. He was a legitimate sparkplug for the Nets last season. Played the game at a high intensity every time he stepped on the floor"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707859737776095504)  2023-09-29T20:47Z [----] followers, 11.5K engagements


"Nets: Cam Johnson opens up on expanded role in Brooklyn reveals Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown inspiration alongside Mikal Bridges in Phoenix"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1707882822243946678)  2023-09-29T22:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nets: Why Damian Lillard had Brooklyn as a top preferred destination revealed https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-damian-lillard-reason-for-interest-in-nets-revealed https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-damian-lillard-reason-for-interest-in-nets-revealed"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708151008692416717)  2023-09-30T16:05Z 10.6K followers, 12K engagements


"Portlands full return for Damian Lillard: Deandre Ayton Robert Williams Malcolm Brogdon Toumani Camara [----] 1st via MIL (unprotected) [----] 1st via BOS (unprotected) [----] 1st via GSW [----] swap via MIL (unprotected) [----] swap via MIL (unprotected) Thats a HAUL. All those Heat fans and writers bashing Cronin for his thought process not looking too good right now"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708514036055253033)  2023-10-01T16:07Z [----] followers, 41.5K engagements


"Boston is going to have guards across the league in JAIL with Jrue Holiday and Derrick White at the POA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708514457083674790)  2023-10-01T16:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Dame ➡ Holiday ➡ R. Williams Brogdon ➡ Portland might keep this thing going until they own half the picks in the league"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708518027413635114)  2023-10-01T16:23Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Celtics in three offseason trades: In: Jrue Holiday Kristaps Porzingis Five 2nd-round picks Out: Marcus Smart Robert Williams Malcolm Brogdon Grant Williams [----] unprotected 1st Fair to question how much better they got if at all. Making a HUGE bet on Porzingis health"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708525357517660425)  2023-10-01T16:52Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Cam Johnson sustained a mild left hamstring strain during an on-court workout last week and will miss the start of training camp per team"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708845387191025690)  2023-10-02T14:04Z 10.9K followers, [----] engagements


"First look at Harry Giles in Nets threads"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708862564753367458)  2023-10-02T15:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges jumped the gun heading to the podium: Oh I f***ed that up 😂😂😂😂"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708868049640579323)  2023-10-02T15:34Z 10.9K followers, 31.5K engagements


"Cam Thomas on his expectations for his role this year: "Whatever role they wanna use me in I'm going to play. Just being ready no matter what.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708869090083840308)  2023-10-02T15:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Cam Thomas on what looks different about Ben Simmons heading into this year: "Honestly he just looks more explosive than last year. When he's in transition now he's full go. Last year he was a little tentative. I've really seen that from him in the offseason so far.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708869777907666964)  2023-10-02T15:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges when asked about Jacque Vaughn saying he's going to "put more on his plate" this season: "Just being able to score the ball and pass facilitate. Getting everyone involved. That's something I've got to get better at but I know what I have.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708871777592520739)  2023-10-02T15:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges on the expectations of being Brooklyn's top player: "Who wouldnt want that pressure those expectations If you really love the game you want that. You want it to be on your shoulders. I feel like Im ready for the moment. I always have been"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708873942427951550)  2023-10-02T15:57Z [----] followers, 15K engagements


"Cam Johnson says he's "good" after his hamstring injury and expects to play during the preseason: "I'm good. I do expect to play at some point in the preseason just not in these next couple of days. We'll see how it goes over this next week.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708874936863834451)  2023-10-02T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Cam Johnson says he "absolutely" expects a heavier on-ball role this season: "It's something I've been working on my whole career but being able to do it at a high level being capable that will help the team a lot. It's definitely exciting I'm definitely expecting more of that.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708876628556660986)  2023-10-02T16:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Cam Thomas says he feels he can improve his playmaking if given a more prominent role this season. Then alludes to improving his defense with a smile: "Honestly playing on both ends a little bit. That's really the main thing.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708878735422771679)  2023-10-02T16:16Z 10.8K followers, 23.7K engagements


"Nic Claxton says he was "robbed" of being on the All-Defense team last season and his name disappeared once KD and Kyrie were traded: "When KD and Kyrie left it's like my name just fell off the map. It makes my blood boil. My numbers were amazing I passed the eye test. I know you can say it was my first year doing it but I held down the whole defense.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708884254598279377)  2023-10-02T16:38Z [----] followers, 105.8K engagements


"Dennis Smith Jr. and Dorian Finney-Smith on their slogan The Smith Way: Its a mindset. We both feel like were dogs out there So you gotta live that way. Dont say it if youre not about it. Keep it out your mouth"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1708890341774954769)  2023-10-02T17:03Z [----] followers, 18.5K engagements


"The Giants need a new special teams coordinator. Get McGaughey out of here. Consistently at the bottom of the league. Absolutely brutal today"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709013957090914344)  2023-10-03T01:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Good QBs find a way to make it work is a sentiment Im seeing across Twitter tonight. Jones was awful and he may never be an above average QB but this Giants O-Line is one of the worst units Ive ever seen. Theyre actually historically bad"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709038844807393535)  2023-10-03T02:53Z [----] followers, 18.4K engagements


""It makes my blood boil" Nets Nic Claxton sounds off on All-Defense snub after Kevin Durant Kyrie Irving departures last season:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709197662765855042)  2023-10-03T13:24Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The Brooklyn Nets are singing a different tune regarding Ben Simmons outlook ahead of this season. It's the most explosive I've seen him. My latest on expectations for a healthy Simmons in 2023-24:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709201863151628382)  2023-10-03T13:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"First look at Ben Simmons dunking"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709254681896071588)  2023-10-03T17:10Z [----] followers, 58.6K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn called Cam Johnsons hamstring injury nothing serious. Said the team will take a cautious approach but it isnt worrisome"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709258178091700611)  2023-10-03T17:24Z 10.8K followers, [----] engagements


"A quick look at Nic Claxtons free-throw form. Clax tweaked midway through last season and was taking a pause at the top of his stroke. That appears to be gone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709258894998974608)  2023-10-03T17:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Cam Thomas said he put on [--] pounds of muscle this offseason. Emphasized that was a priority for him to better deal with the physicality of the NBA on both ends"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709267689082929644)  2023-10-03T18:02Z [----] followers, 17.5K engagements


"Mikal Bridges on mixing in the drop coverage to help rebounding + how Nic Claxton and Day'Ron Sharpe are adjusting: I think just throwing in a drop defense. A lot of the league does that. It helps keep our bigs down there and that's a big point of emphasis of why teams play the drop to keep their bigs by the rim and make guys shoot tough 2s. I think Nic and them look pretty good. I think that's their first time playing drop honestly. Him and Day'Ron have been playing one-through-five since they got in the league. So theyre locking in on it quick"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709269343857418391)  2023-10-03T18:09Z [----] followers, 19.1K engagements


"Mikal Bridges is expecting a star-level workload this season and says hes ready to embrace everything that comes with it. My latest on Bridges and the All-Star expectations following him entering 2023-24:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709377458959429970)  2023-10-04T01:18Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons a perfect 10/10 from the free-throw line"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709624461077438930)  2023-10-04T17:40Z [----] followers, 220.4K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn on his approach with Ben Simmons and Nic Claxton sharing the floor: "I gotta have the right combination around them. Those other three guys have to be the right three guys. The spacing around them has to be pretty premium and pretty detailed. And then weve gotta put Ben and Nic in positions to react with the basketball without the basketball with what their spacing looks like.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709638460028367254)  2023-10-04T18:35Z [----] followers, 32.9K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn on the possibility of Cam Johnson seeing expanded opportunities as a ball handler: "I think its going to be a balance with him. We do need his elite shooting. I think if theres one thing we lean on we need that. We need the space that he provides for us. Literally if he can shoot [--] threes a game I would love that. Id take him out to dinner every single night. Hes a 40% career 3-point shooter. But at the end of the day I think hes growing as a player and you saw that at the end of the year: His ability to play pick-and-roll hes big he can get downhill he can play fast. So a lot"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709638946655818101)  2023-10-04T18:37Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons on his vision for Brooklyn's offense: "Run. Gun. Get to the rim. Get to the free-throw line. Corner 3s. You saw me when I was healthy playing moving the ball. Thats basketball at the end of the day. Youve got five players who want to move the ball and get the option every time down the floor.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709641235277738445)  2023-10-04T18:46Z [----] followers, 126.2K engagements


"A month-long absence for Andrew Thomas after the Giants coaching staff left him in while clearly injured during a blowout against the Cowboys. An absence that likely destroyed the season. Someone should answer for it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709679782839845185)  2023-10-04T21:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nets: Ben Simmons reveals vision for new-look Brooklyn offense in 2023-24:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709706259148996944)  2023-10-04T23:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nets: Sean Marks reveals how close Brooklyn came to pulling off Damian Lillard trade:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709706495212798431)  2023-10-04T23:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Spencer Dinwiddie said the Nets aren't concerned with individual accomplishments but if there's one thing he'd like to see it would be for Nic Claxton to get a $100 million contract: "The thing Id love to see most is Nic get his $100 million. Because Ive seen him come in the league thats like my son for real little brother I dont wanna be disrespectful to his pops. But nah for real I feel like I birthed him into the NBA. I would say that would be the thing that would make me most happy about this season if there was any individual accomplishments to be had.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709982966347125018)  2023-10-05T17:24Z [----] followers, 56.8K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn on whether there's more room for Cam Thomas' isolation scoring with KD and Kyrie gone (1/2): "Cam does have a skill of being able to play isolation basketball and get a bucket that's proven. I think for us as a team going forward weve got to ask ourselves: Are we good enough do we have the personnel around us do we have the ability to play isolation basketball and win games Those are the questions Ive got to ask myself and present to the group. I'm always thinking what situations can we be in over and over again as the season goes along - not just sporadic in games - and put"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1709985693827522629)  2023-10-05T17:35Z [----] followers, 91K engagements


"Cam Thomas role with the Nets remains uncertain amid a Brooklyn identity shift in the first full season of the post-KD Kyrie era. My latest on how Thomas can crack the new-look Nets rotation in 2023-24:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710303553686749207)  2023-10-06T14:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jacque Vaughn commended Dennis Smith Jr. and Dorian Finney-Smith for their defensive energy in training camp: Said the duo has been a problem for opposing offenses"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710345797496099317)  2023-10-06T17:26Z [----] followers, 51.7K engagements


"Asked Jacque Vaughn whether Ben Simmons will have any limitations during preseason games: Everyones been full-go [---] percent in practice. You know how preseason games are I havent even scripted whos gonna play what games By the second day of practice in Vegas Ill sit down and know whos playing when for how long and Ill be pretty detailed with that"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710352587273191708)  2023-10-06T17:53Z [----] followers, 35K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said Ben Simmons is doing the things in camp that he was expecting him to last season but couldn't due to injuries: "What we've seen is his ability to push the basketball to do it over and over again play with an extreme amount of pace get to the rim play with force. All the things that we were asking and I was searching for last year that got revealed why they weren't happening the good thing is those things are happening now. So far he's had some really good days.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710354906786177416)  2023-10-06T18:02Z [----] followers, 90.9K engagements


"Dennis Smith Jr. says "checking his ego" was the biggest factor in revitalizing his NBA career: "I checked the ego and I learned how to just shift my mental into being able to fit whatever role I needed to play and finding a way to stay in it. It's paying off for me now.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710363900502311378)  2023-10-06T18:38Z [----] followers, 10.1K engagements


"DSJ said his last year with the Knicks was the point at which he was able to put his ego aside: I would say my final season with the Knicks. Whenever I just wasnt in the rotation and I requested to go down to the G-League just because I wanted to play basketball. People will look at me like Oh now hes in the G-Leauge. Whether I requested it or not none of that s**t even matters to me. I just wanna play ball and the outside noise dont affect me"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710364336806367317)  2023-10-06T18:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Dennis Smith Jr. said he emphasized his ability to play different defensive schemes to Jacque Vaughn during his free agency meeting: "I watched them a lot and I know Nic Claxton is great Mikal's a great defender Cam and Doe are really good defenders. I'm explaining to him that I see y'all's scheme is a switching thing but that's what makes me unique on defense. I can get through ball screens and navigate and things like that.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710364416594559432)  2023-10-06T18:40Z [----] followers, 44.9K engagements


"Dorian Finney-Smith says Ben Simmons is back to being the 2nd or 3rd fastest person on the team: "He's bouncing on his toes. Hes back to being the top two top three fastest person on our team and hes 6'10". So it's been good. We've just gotta keep up with his pace.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1710411819326603265)  2023-10-06T21:48Z [----] followers, 79.1K engagements


"Daniel Jones has dropped two beautiful throws into the bucket for Darren Waller. Very tight coverage on both Waller just couldnt finish the plays. But nice to finally see some shots downfield"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711081188939432032)  2023-10-08T18:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The Giants offense simply isnt operational with this O-Line. Theres no run game and they cant pass protect when behind the sticks. They can try to hit on the occasional deep ball or dink and dunk but sacks and/or penalties will stall most drives. They need impeccable QB play to stay competitive and they dont have it. Very few teams do"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711106661484466566)  2023-10-08T19:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This play is incredible. [--] man rush vs. [--] man protection: -Neal cuts the edge rusher loose -Bredeson and McKethan both get beat -Ezeudu and Glowinski fail to pick up twist Three rushers get home two of them with free runs. At a certain point you have to look at the coaching"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711153092366832064)  2023-10-08T22:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Among the things to watch for tonight is how the Nets deploy Trendon Watford who has very intriguing ability as a passer and finisher out of the short roll. Watford (6'8") and Darius Bazley (6'9") both have size and skillsets that allow them to play anywhere from SF to C. Will be interesting to see how they are used"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711408594678059441)  2023-10-09T15:49Z [----] followers, 32.7K engagements


"Nets starters for tonights preseason opener against Lakers in Las Vegas: Ben Simmons Spencer Dinwiddie Cam Thomas Mikal Bridges Nic Claxton"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711525392207446485)  2023-10-09T23:33Z 10.8K followers, 98K engagements


"Cam Thomas gets the starting nod in place of the injured Cam Johnson. Its only preseason but certainly not a negative in regards to the extent of his role early on. Nets starters for tonights preseason opener against Lakers in Las Vegas: Ben Simmons Spencer Dinwiddie Cam Thomas Mikal Bridges Nic Claxton Nets starters for tonights preseason opener against Lakers in Las Vegas: Ben Simmons Spencer Dinwiddie Cam Thomas Mikal Bridges Nic Claxton"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711525997118439548)  2023-10-09T23:36Z 10.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons takes it right at LeBron James and lays it in on his second touch of the game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1711551650261831883)  2023-10-10T01:18Z [--] followers, 14.8K engagements


"Ben Simmons explosiveness has been the talk of Nets training camp thus far. Simmons got up higher on this dunk than I saw at any point last season. That back appears to be improved as Ben has told us this summer"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1711561976566935721)  2023-10-10T01:59Z [--] followers, [----] engagements


"The Nets are struggling in the drop coverage so far tonight. Guards are working under screens and the Lakers are knocking down their threes. Expect some growing pains there early on"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711562810235249107)  2023-10-10T02:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons comes downhill full speed off a DHO initiates the contact and lays it in plus the foul. Plenty of encouraging signs tonight"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711565204297806091)  2023-10-10T02:11Z 10.9K followers, 20.8K engagements


"A wise man once said basketball is about putting the ball in the hole. Cam Thomas doesn't complicate things"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711572827269111818)  2023-10-10T02:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Trendon Watford immediately knocks down a floater after checking in and [----] of my offseason words feel justified. Gotta enjoy the small victories"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711573539071942751)  2023-10-10T02:45Z [----] followers, 16.5K engagements


"The Nets are using Watford as a primary ball handler in a lineup featuring Armoni Brooks Jalen Wilson Darius Bazley and Noah Clowney. And he's looked pretty good doing it. The lineup possibilities are extensive with Watford and Bazley"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711579234714439925)  2023-10-10T03:07Z [----] followers, 10.9K engagements


"Nets: [--] key takeaways from Brooklyns preseason opener vs. Lakers https://clutchpoints.com/nets-3-key-takeaways-from-preseason-opener-vs-lakers https://clutchpoints.com/nets-3-key-takeaways-from-preseason-opener-vs-lakers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711600818367979932)  2023-10-10T04:33Z 10.8K followers, [----] engagements


"From an article I wrote early last season breaking down outcomes for NBA players who had the same back surgery as Ben Simmons: "A study by the National Library of Medicine found that players who had the surgery had a large decrease in PER the following year but typically returned to their normal level of play in the second post-operative season." Simmons had the surgery called a Microdiscectomy in May of 2022"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711745094963835039)  2023-10-10T14:06Z [----] followers, 26.1K engagements


"Ben Simmons on Cam Thomas: "He's grown tremendously over the past few months. Just his IQ the way he's playing the game. I think he's slowed down a little bit. He's taking the right shots finding guys when they're open but at the same time he's still being him. He's able to get a bucket.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711750293086474363)  2023-10-10T14:27Z 10.9K followers, 32K engagements


""The best Ive felt in two years": Ben Simmons opens up on improved health after impressive 2023-24 debut with Nets https://clutchpoints.com/best-ive-felt-in-two-years-ben-simmons-opens-up-improved-health-impressive-2023-24-debut https://clutchpoints.com/best-ive-felt-in-two-years-ben-simmons-opens-up-improved-health-impressive-2023-24-debut"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711783237612122304)  2023-10-10T16:38Z 10.9K followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges was voted the NBAs 2nd-best perimeter defender in the annual GM survey. Bridges also tied for fourth as the most versatile defender"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711796776066240802)  2023-10-10T17:32Z [----] followers, 13.8K engagements


"GMs also voted Bridges the 2nd-best player at moving without the ball behind only Steph Curry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711798828448285051)  2023-10-10T17:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"New episode of Bleav in Nets 🎤 I broke down Brooklyns first game action of 2023-24: 🏀 Ben Simmons impressive showing 🏀 Cam Thomas surprise start 🏀 Defensive growing pains YouTube: Apple Podcasts:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1711839660521980212)  2023-10-10T20:22Z [----] followers, 18.8K engagements


"Nets: Cam Thomas dishes on improved Jacque Vaughn relationship after surprise start"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712092735056847085)  2023-10-11T13:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mikal Bridges comes in at 33rd on ESPN's player rankings ahead of the 2023-24 season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712096279562486220)  2023-10-11T13:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"ICYMI: New episode of Bleav in Nets is out 🎤 I broke down Brooklyns first game action of 2023-24: 🏀 Ben Simmons impressive showing 🏀 Cam Thomas surprise start 🏀 Defensive growing pains Apple Podcasts: YouTube:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712099155047264733)  2023-10-11T13:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nic Claxton said he feels Thursdays game against Maccabi Raanana an Israeli team should be cancelled: We feel for them Theres bigger things going on for them than basketball. Claxton said the Nets have discussed whats happening in Israel these last few days"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712166337504596041)  2023-10-11T18:00Z [----] followers, 23.4K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said he was happy with Cam Thomas' defensive engagement against the Lakers: For me I was looking at the defensive end of the floor. Was he in the right position Were the boxouts the way they were supposed to be Were the matchups the way they were supposed to be Was he detailed in his approach Those things were really good.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712176270673432681)  2023-10-11T18:40Z [----] followers, 33K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn on Cam Thomas' offensive performance against Los Angeles: "I think overall he pretty much played in the flow of the offense. He found space. I love the fact that he shot the three-ball which we want him to do. Some of those have turned into off-the-bounce twos in the past but catch-and-shoot threes are great. So the things that we are asking him to do and work on I think you saw some carryover"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712176595497058751)  2023-10-11T18:41Z [----] followers, 34.4K engagements


"Asked Jacque Vaughn whether he sees value in playing Cam Thomas with the 2nd unit and letting him lean into his scoring ability: I think it has to be in the flow. No one on our team is going to play isolation basketball and bring the ball down and wave everybody out of the way and go to work. That Go to work we should never say Go to work on our team. This is a collective unit. Cam has a unique ability to score the basketball. Well try to put him in positions where he can score but also set other guys up. I think he has the ability to do both"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712178567495237996)  2023-10-11T18:49Z [----] followers, 37.8K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said the Nets have reached out to Israel's Maccabi Raanana who reiterated that they want to play Thursday's preseason game. When asked whether the game takes on any added significance given the conflict in Israel: "For me every night I pray for peace. Peace in this country and peace across the world and Ill leave it at that"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712180505708245180)  2023-10-11T18:56Z [----] followers, 25.7K engagements


"Maccabi Raanana head coach Yehu Orland said the team hopes their decision to play tonight's game inspires "hope" for Israel: If youre gonna look in my eyes probably youre gonna see tears But hope. Hope for the children hope for the young people in Israel that might see this game and see that they cannot break us No one will break Israel because we are a strong nation and we are thankful for what America is doing for us"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712598278125089118)  2023-10-12T22:37Z [----] followers, 25.5K engagements


"Maccabi Raanana head coach Yehu Orland said one of his best friends Eli Ginsberg died serving in the war days ago. He is wearing a shirt tonight that reads "R.I.P Eli Forever in my Heart.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712599072513626452)  2023-10-12T22:40Z [----] followers, 13.9K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said the Nets discussed the war in Israel ahead of tonights game: We got together as a group and I talked about just being able to have compassion to try to educate yourself on whats going on and I think a big part of that is having empathy. Its hard to really put yourself in someone elses shoes. We talked about how grateful we are that we do get an opportunity to play tonight and that we get an opportunity to be around each other"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712601135511404924)  2023-10-12T22:48Z [----] followers, 19.6K engagements


"The Nets gave a message on the war in Israel before holding a moment of silence: The Brooklyn Nets and Barclays Center condemn the terorirst attacks and mourn the senseless loss of life in Israel. We stand together against terror and our thoughts are with all who have been impacted by these tragic events"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712614272528695425)  2023-10-12T23:40Z 10.9K followers, 15.4K engagements


"This has already been said but gonna reiterate anyway: Ben Simmons is moving with far more fluidity and confidence than he did at any point last season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712628340169851038)  2023-10-13T00:36Z [----] followers, 34.1K engagements


"Harry Giles has [--] points and [--] rebounds on 8/10 shooting. The Nets like what he's brought defensively in training camp and he's shown real touch and instincts on offense tonight. Giles is in competition with Darius Bazley and Trendon Watford for Brooklyn's final roster spot and he's looked like the best of the three"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712642094987112677)  2023-10-13T01:31Z [----] followers, 16.4K engagements


"Not coming away from tonights game with many takeaways but I will say: I rarely saw Ben Simmons this high off the ground last season. His athleticism is far and away the top positive from these two preseason games IMO"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712653725821554919)  2023-10-13T02:17Z [----] followers, 12.9K engagements


"The atmosphere Thursday at Barclays Center as Israel's Maccabi Ra'anana took the floor was not one of a preseason basketball game. Why the Israeli team is moving forward with their NBA exhibition tour amid the backdrop of a deadly war back home:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712838574830207001)  2023-10-13T14:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Now a five-week absense for Andrew Thomas after the Giants coaching staff left him in while clearly injured during a lost game vs. Dallas. Complete disaster. The top injury this team could absolutely not afford"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712867295867838699)  2023-10-13T16:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The Nets have like what they've seen from Harry Giles as a defender and rebounder during camp. But taking it a step further Giles showed some real touch offensively last night. I'd be very surpised if he doesn't secure a roster spot at this point given BKN's lack of depth at C"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1712871464163070334)  2023-10-13T16:42Z [----] followers, 30.6K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said Cam Johnson could join practice next week but wouldn't commit to him playing in the remaining preseason games as he wants to ensure he's ready for opening night: Im gonna be extremely cautious. Id rather have him available that first game vs. Cleveland than try to speed him along and play him in a preseason game. But no setbacks which is good hes heading in the right direction"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1713565123640439087)  2023-10-15T14:38Z [----] followers, 11.8K engagements


"Nets: Jacque Vaughn provided injury updates on Cam Johnson Nic Claxton Dennis Smith Jr Day'Ron Sharpe and Lonnie Walker with opening night [--] days away"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1713623592011792389)  2023-10-15T18:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Most points per possession on isolations last season (Min [---] poss): [--]. Kyrie: [----] [--]. Dame: [----] [--]. Derozan: [----] [--]. Luka: [----] [--]. Harden: [----] [--]. Lavine: [----] [--]. Embiid: [----] T8. Dinwiddie: [----] T8. SGA: [----] T8. KD: [----] [--]. Kawhi: [----] [--]. Siakam: [----] (Cont )"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1713964090677211211)  2023-10-16T17:04Z [----] followers, 17.1K engagements


"13. J. Randle: [----] [--]. Trae Young: [----] [--]. Ant Edwards: [----] [--]. Tatum: [----] [--]. D. Murray: [----] [--]. Banchero: [----] [--]. Giannis: [----] [--]. LeBron: [----] [--]. Westbrook: [----] May suprise some Nets fans but Dinwiddie was among the most efficient iso scorers in the NBA last season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1713964478205759821)  2023-10-16T17:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Eight players had more than [---] isos last season. Ranked by points per possession: [--]. Luka (471) [----] PPP [--]. Harden (358) [----] [--]. Embiid (434) [----] T4. SGA (444) [----] T4. Dinwiddie (333) [----] [--]. Randle (381) [----] [--]. Tatum (347) [----] [--]. Edwards (345) 0.93"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1713964742782460096)  2023-10-16T17:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Cam Johnson (hamstring) remains out. Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) also sidelined. Lonnie Walker is good to go after suffering a wrist contusion last game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714035974617841789)  2023-10-16T21:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nets starters tonight: Ben Simmons Spencer Dinwiddie Cam Thomas Dorian Finney-Smith Nic Claxton"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714036937785327815)  2023-10-16T21:53Z 10.9K followers, 14.6K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said Mikal Bridges resting tonight will allow him to get an extended look at Harry Giles Darius Bazley and Trenton Watford. Those three are fighting for Brooklyns last two roster spots"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714038658603384836)  2023-10-16T22:00Z [----] followers, 27K engagements


"Nick Nurse points to the Nets pace so far this preseason as a challenge tonight: The thing theyre doing here in Brooklyn is playing with a ton of pace make or miss. Its gonna be a good challenge to get our defense set up and see if we can slow them down a little bit"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714040188270264617)  2023-10-16T22:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nick Nurse on what he saw from Ben Simmons on film: He looks very good. He looks in shape. He looks confident and very aggressive. And it looks like theyve got a package of stuff in for him. So looks like hes ready to go"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714044526002598114)  2023-10-16T22:23Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons splitting the pick-and-roll and finsihing through contact. The offense has been out of sync for the most part witih some sloppy turnovers but an impressive rep here"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714068029087129943)  2023-10-16T23:57Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jacque Vaughn has emphasized the need for Brooklyn to have "premium spacing" around Ben Simmons and Nic Claxton. One if not both of Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson will almost always need to be on the floor with those two. Dinwiddie Thomas DFS Royce Lonnie are adequate shooters but they don't have the same trigger or command that kind of respect"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714069009702760561)  2023-10-17T00:01Z [----] followers, 13.8K engagements


"Jacque Vaughn has told me the Nets want Cam Thomas to commit to taking threes off the catch this season. There are plenty of kickouts on Thomas' past film that turned into mid-range pull-ups. The coaching staff wants him to let it fly from three this year. Something to watch"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714074855790764090)  2023-10-17T00:24Z [----] followers, 32.5K engagements


"Trendon Watford plays with nice control. Such an interesting player. Has the size of a big (6'8" [---] lbs) with the ball handling of a guard but probably not a good enough shooter to play on the wing. Not sure how the Nets use him but an intriguing skillset for sure"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714087358985883659)  2023-10-17T01:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Trendon Watford has [--] points and [--] rebounds on 4/7 shooting. Scoring in a variety of ways: drives cuts spot-up threes. He certainly looks deserving of a roster spot"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714089111462478043)  2023-10-17T01:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Second time Ben Simmons and Royce O'Neale have connected on this setup. O'Neale has the stroke tonight he's 4/7 from three"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714090649975205922)  2023-10-17T01:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Yeah this is a different Ben Simmons"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714092467211903200)  2023-10-17T01:34Z [----] followers, 86K engagements


"David Duke Jr. checks in for the Sixers with three minutes remaining. Based on what we heard from Nick Nurse pregame it sounds like DDJ is a longshot to make Philly's roster"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714095170176651613)  2023-10-17T01:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons when asked about this play: Thats just instinct probably the easiest pass I had all night"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714103519928582201)  2023-10-17T02:18Z [----] followers, 10.2K engagements


"Defender distance tracking is a good tool to assess 3-point shooters and it's one that shows how vital Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson will be to floor-spacing in lineups featuring Ben Simmons and Nic Claxton. During their last full season in PHX (21-22): Johnson: -3-point percentage: 43% -Percentage of attempts wide-open (6+ feet of space): 54% -Percentage of attempts open (4-6 feet of space): 40% -3-point percentage when wide open: 45% -3-point percentage when open: 41% Bridges: -3-point percentage: 37% -Percentage of attempts wide-open: 46% -Percentage of attempts open: 40% -3-point"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714349760432201970)  2023-10-17T18:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"🚨 New episode of Bleav in Nets 🚨 I broke down Brooklyns offensive struggles during a loss to the 76ers detailing the [--] key coaching points to make the Ben Simmons-Nic Claxton offensive pairing work. Apple Podcasts: YouTube:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714631237455740958)  2023-10-18T13:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ben Simmons said he plans to play for Australia in the Olympics next summer: "Lets get through the season healthy and play in the Olympics. Thats just going to be insane for me. Im going for a medal but just having that experience and to be able to represent my country theres probably nothing better than that. (Via @esquire)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714643675836232131)  2023-10-18T14:04Z [----] followers, 20.5K engagements


"The Brooklyn Nets are attempting to defy modern NBA standards putting two non-shooters in their starting lineup. How can they make it work I detailed [--] ways in my latest podcast. Apple Podcasts: YouTube:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714645860447867220)  2023-10-18T14:13Z [----] followers, 11.8K engagements


"Nets: Ben Simmons details bold All-Star desires after flashing improved health in preseason"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714711758521225494)  2023-10-18T18:35Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"To my knowledge the Nets only have three uniforms for the upcoming season: Their traditional black and white and the new KAWS city edition. They've yet to release their statement or classic edition unis for 2023-24. Last year's were Jordan edition and ABA throwbacks:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714762502238523865)  2023-10-18T21:56Z [----] followers, 23.3K engagements


"Brooklyn wore white Basquiats for last year's city edition (left). Replaced this year by another artist-inspired KAWS uniform (right)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1714763932605337811)  2023-10-18T22:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Jacque Vaughn said the Nets haven't put any sets in for Mikal Bridges yet when asked about his slow start: I guess I can reveal that we havent really put any sets in for Mikal yet. Really Ive been trying to just get us to understand how to change sides of the floor with the basketball play concept basketball. So weve been really focused on that. Probably the only plays we put in are a few side out-of-bounds and out-of-bounds-underneath. I think well use this time from here to the first game to get some sets in that put Mikal in positions to be successful"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1715005842527793637)  2023-10-19T14:03Z [----] followers, 42.3K engagements


"JV said Brooklyn's priority has been learning how they want to play with Ben Simmons and Nic Claxton on the court: But really that was the strategy. Weve got to learn how to play with Nic and Ben in the spacing concept basketball how to play with each other for each other how to get each other open. So thats been really the emphasis so far which has been good to see"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1715006480514990326)  2023-10-19T14:06Z [----] followers, 10.3K engagements


"Has Nets Twitter completely freaked out about this yet"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1715039684097712619)  2023-10-19T16:18Z [----] followers, 35.4K engagements


"So Trendon Watford and Harry Giles beat out Bazley for Brooklyns final two roster spots. Both impressed with their size and versatility in the frontcourt during preseason games. Bazley struggled and had less of a clear-cut position"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1715064594257871259)  2023-10-19T17:57Z [----] followers, 61.9K engagements


"What a story for Harry Giles who hadn't played in an NBA game in over two years entering this preseason. He stayed in shape during the long layoff while recovering from a knee injury. Hosted several workouts this summer and impressed Brooklyn. Now earns a roster spot and could be in the mix for rotation minutes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/erikslater_/status/1715066262202536276)  2023-10-19T18:03Z [----] followers, 33.8K engagements

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