Defensively The Nets should be a top team but I'm still concerned with the spacing (because 2 of the 3 non shooters will share the floor at one time). Offensively when other teams' defensive focus on Mikal will others step up? Hopefully, they can stay out of the lottery, that's my only concern, I know we won't be competing for a title for another decade or even longer :(
I've been talking about them. I'm a Celtics fan, but an NBA fanatic in general. The Nets are one of the most exciting teams this year for what they could be. Take that team from the end of last year, add an All NBA Defense level or more player in Ben Simmons coming back to form, and this team is going to be a problem. Claxton is a potential DPOY level player, along with two of the best role players in the league in Dinwiddie and Finney-Smith. They picked up really solid players in Smith jr. and Walker IV. So many teams with a question mark on how good they're going to be not how bad. This season is going to be exciting.
The way you guys see the Nets I can completely understand... the Houston rockets to me fit this mold as well since they struck gold in the draft and head coach and quality role players in vanvleet and to a certain extent brooks
@@luisescobar5187 Definitely agree. I love the Rockets this year. I'm calling it now, but Jabari reminds me of a young KG. He's got a bag man. Between Paolo, Chet, and Smith jr. I think the top of that draft is going to look like one of the best in a few years. Plus I like the Van Fleet and Brooks signings. Van Fleet had an off year, but what he brings to that locker room beyond what he does on the floor is going to be worth every penny. Plus Brooks has another chance to prove himself. He made an All Defense team last year. People forget through the noise. Add in Thompson and Whitmore to the promising young core they already had and this team has a ton of potential.
I’m from Brooklyn & I been riding with this team from 2012-2013 and this team this year to me is a way more complete team since 2018-19 team can’t wait 🔥🙌🏽🙌🏽
I just hope Simmons is good, one of my favourite players and watching him last year sucked cuz idk if it was mental of physical but something was off. If he’s healthy in hopping he bounces back
Build around Bridges. He isn't the greatest player but plays great on offense and defense, does not miss games the most important factor. This should be a good team probably 4th seed
@@samirsadaf2145 I think Philly will take a step back this year and Cavs will move up. Only Bucks, Boston, Cavs will pass yall up. Knicks may stay the 5th seed Miami 6th. Not everyone got better or will get better. You guys are young if not this year next year will be Special.
@@LagTag96 The Knicks.....Lol Hopefully they will be good. Heat haven't really upgraded there roster, Jimmy is getting older and more hurt. I don't really see them doing much
Ben Simmons will make or break us bro I’m not worried about us defensively because we’ll be top 10 without a doubt and probably top 5 defensively if everything pans out. Offense is our issue right now especially when they don’t play CT, we have no shooters or a real PG
Um... Spencer is not a PG... he's a combo guard. His assists numbers are blah. DFS only works well with a true PG so that's that. On paper they seem balanced but the Nets biggest holes are PG and go to scorer. I'd love to see Ben return to being Ben and somehow the team addinga Demar DeRozan type SG. So the lineup would be peak Ben, the new SG, Mikael, C. Johnson and Nic Claxton.
Best lineup is... Start: Simmons Cam Thomas Mikal Cam Johson Claxton Bench: Dennis Smith Dinwiddie Royce Dorian Finney-Smith Sharpe Free Cam. Have a Strong bench.
In the 2000s... in the Jason Kidd era of the NJ Nets... I would work over time to have tickets for a regular game... Now you can't pay me and give free tickets to watch broookelying neeets....
They're not physical enough. They're all skinny. They might get to playoffs but when it matters they be dominated by the likes of sixers, bucks, Celtics.. and I'll say even the magic next year, magic have scary size.
They should go through with the rebuild unlike when they had DLo where they sped it up by acquiring stars and having to restart again. Let this core mature and retool around it.
Not gonna watch it just gonna guess it's because they are a mid level team made up of unproven young guys on a franchise that has historically sucked balls except for 4 years in their history. The Nets are gonna Net and find a way to screw it up is a safe bet.
People have been sleeping on how Ben Simmons would always lead the league in assists for 3-pointers. Just look at the 3 point shooters on that roster and you'll know that the league should be on notice if Simmons truly is healthy.
As a fan that quit watching all sports after the KD and Kyrie trade, nothing exciting about the Nets. Here’s why they are not exciting: 1980-1981: Oh man the Nets stink but they have a great future 24-58. Build through the draft and I’m confident we’ll be a consistent contender in the future. 1981-1982: Oh my goodness we shocked the NBA world going 44-38 what a future we have. 1982-1983: Wow we are doing the right thing keeping the team together without elite stars. Look at our 49-33 record. We’ll definitely improve to being a 1 or 2 seed next year. Our gm is a great drafter. 1983: We regressed going 45-37, but it was this and that. We’ll be better next year. 1984-1985: We finished 42-40 we’re trying but it’s hard to maintain consistency. 1985-1986: At least we made the playoffs with a 39-43 record. 1986-1987: We’re not going to be a contender for at least another 5 years. Rinse and repeat followed by rinse and repeat followed by rinse and repeat. No 1 seed, No over 50 win seasons during that time, No conference title, and No NBA title. Any rebuilding years prior to those winning years were a waste, because they didn’t accomplish 1 meaningful thing during those winning years, not one. They did the same thing in the 90s, most of 2000s, all of the 2010s, and now again. Let’s face it they are a mediocre franchise where you have to split hairs to convince of future hope. This current Nets team is no different than any other past rebuilding Nets teams where fans claimed false hope of a better future.
I mean... as long as Simmons stays on the bench where that bum belongs. They would be a lot better if they could cut that dead weight and sign real players with the money.
Really? The guy has collected tens of millions and doesn't seem to like basketball. Who doesn't like to shoot the rock? Even Dennis Rodman liked to shoot and he wasn't given much opportunity due to his great rebounding. Simmons is going to be another rinse, repeat because he doesn't like the game anymore. No happy ending coming.
@@IronHorsey3 good to know that you apparently know him so well👍why niot be optimistic? hes fully healthy and has something to prove. plus him shooting would be great but its not a necessity
@@So6pTy - Know him limited to the public record but it's fairly obvious with the behavior and repeated "shut downs" which are attributed to "mental health." Not down on the man, just facing the reality that expectations once again will lead to disappointment. I don't see him playing basketball anywhere in two years.
Well, you do have Simmons at the front of thumbnail picture. I hope when he plays he will start to shoot much better.. I do not know anyone with a back injury who can still shoot well besides Larry Bird 🏀🏀🏀
First of all they have to get in to the playoffs. Then they will have to play one of the top 2 seeds. Could surprise me and win lots of games but not so clear without a superstar.
They will be a great team this year, really tough and very dangerous if healthy, there's health concerns here, big health concerns, with the top 4 players but healthy this is a scary team
Kind of a blessing in disguise that KD and Kyrie and of course Harden are all gone. They aren’t a media magnet anymore and can just ball out with minimal outside factors. They are building good core right now. If Simmons is able to have a comeback season I think this team is gonna be a real problem in the east, especially with so many stars out west now.
Honestly I think they would be a very fun landing point for both KAT and/or Lillard, but i understand if they want to just try and run it back with this group
The funny thing is that if everyone on the Nets pans out and plays close to potential, this could be a really good team. The chances of everyone (Ben Simmons) working out are very low...but if it does work they could be really good.
Forgot anyone who hasn’t watch this video or just an nba fan and just curious it’s because there not favorites that’s simple(haven’t watched the video) but that’s my honest opinion
They certainly cashed in on Kyrie and KD, Marks did a great job! Claxton is a DPOY type and Bridges is a great 2-way player. They have several picks and players to make moves with. Bright future for the Nets! Finally, I hope Ben gets it together and plays well
As a Nets fan I’m kinda happy they aren’t because the media tends to only talk about the negative when it comes to us
Thanks for watching
smallest big market team
The Brooklyn Nets did a very good job rebuilding the team.
I agree. What do u think will happen with Ben Simmons this year?
@@nbaswish Hard to say but I hope he replaces Spencer Dinwiddie as No. 1 Point Guard.
@@nbaswishI think he'll be better this year and maybe start as a forward moving Mikal to the SG
@@cristian3_5Mikal was/is already in the SG position 😅
@@coolcole1467 oh fr? I've always considered him a small forward
Defensively The Nets should be a top team but I'm still concerned with the spacing (because 2 of the 3 non shooters will share the floor at one time). Offensively when other teams' defensive focus on Mikal will others step up? Hopefully, they can stay out of the lottery, that's my only concern, I know we won't be competing for a title for another decade or even longer :(
I've been talking about them. I'm a Celtics fan, but an NBA fanatic in general. The Nets are one of the most exciting teams this year for what they could be. Take that team from the end of last year, add an All NBA Defense level or more player in Ben Simmons coming back to form, and this team is going to be a problem. Claxton is a potential DPOY level player, along with two of the best role players in the league in Dinwiddie and Finney-Smith. They picked up really solid players in Smith jr. and Walker IV. So many teams with a question mark on how good they're going to be not how bad. This season is going to be exciting.
I agree. Can't wait till season begins too.
The way you guys see the Nets I can completely understand... the Houston rockets to me fit this mold as well since they struck gold in the draft and head coach and quality role players in vanvleet and to a certain extent brooks
@@luisescobar5187 check out our rockets video
@@luisescobar5187 Definitely agree. I love the Rockets this year. I'm calling it now, but Jabari reminds me of a young KG. He's got a bag man. Between Paolo, Chet, and Smith jr. I think the top of that draft is going to look like one of the best in a few years. Plus I like the Van Fleet and Brooks signings. Van Fleet had an off year, but what he brings to that locker room beyond what he does on the floor is going to be worth every penny. Plus Brooks has another chance to prove himself. He made an All Defense team last year. People forget through the noise. Add in Thompson and Whitmore to the promising young core they already had and this team has a ton of potential.
@@nbaswish will do
Thank you for making this everybody been shitting on the nets🙏
Thanks for watching
Bridges also averaged 23 points per game a month before he was traded to the nets, with the suns
He's been balling out for sure
As a long time casual Nets fan I am excitedddddd
Nice. Thanks for watching
This current Nets team reminds me of the 2019 team. No egos or drama, just guys who want to play. Wish them and their coach the best this season.
So true. I agree
No talent
Broooooooklyn let’s go nets
Thanks for watching
If the nets find that number 1 option sky is the limit and I think bridges would an elite co star
I agree 100 percent
thank u for making a video about my favourite team. I believe we will prove everybody wrong and have a hell of a run
Thank u for watching. More on the way
Detroit Pistons your next video NBA Swish 😤😤😤
I’m from Brooklyn & I been riding with this team from 2012-2013 and this team this year to me is a way more complete team since 2018-19 team can’t wait 🔥🙌🏽🙌🏽
Me too. I’m a die hard Heat fan but I’m super excited for this team.
I just hope Simmons is good, one of my favourite players and watching him last year sucked cuz idk if it was mental of physical but something was off. If he’s healthy in hopping he bounces back
I hope so too.
BKN is one of my favorite teams
Nice. Thanks for watching
Build around Bridges. He isn't the greatest player but plays great on offense and defense, does not miss games the most important factor. This should be a good team probably 4th seed
Thanks for watching.
As a nets fan i dont think 4th seed is feasible but 7-8 seed is definitely realistic, and maybe 6th seed again if we're lucky.
@@samirsadaf2145 I think Philly will take a step back this year and Cavs will move up. Only Bucks, Boston, Cavs will pass yall up. Knicks may stay the 5th seed Miami 6th. Not everyone got better or will get better. You guys are young if not this year next year will be Special.
@@birdz9252The Knicks & Heat are Eons better than the Nets
@@LagTag96 The Knicks.....Lol Hopefully they will be good. Heat haven't really upgraded there roster, Jimmy is getting older and more hurt. I don't really see them doing much
Am a nets fan but the one thing that you didn’t mention is the coach we fired Steve Nash and then we got better on defense which helped a lot
Talked about how good they are on defense. Steve nash is long gone.
If they would actually play Cam Thomas and Ben Simmons gets back to form, we definitely got something cookin 💯 Defensively they will be a problem
Thank u. I agree 1000%
This is definitely what will make or break it
Ben Simmons will make or break us bro
I’m not worried about us defensively because we’ll be top 10 without a doubt and probably top 5 defensively if everything pans out.
Offense is our issue right now especially when they don’t play CT, we have no shooters or a real PG
@@JoeyBK_86 for sure.
Nets world..... I'm happy with the moves we made 🖤🤍🗽💯
Nice.
Um... Spencer is not a PG... he's a combo guard. His assists numbers are blah. DFS only works well with a true PG so that's that. On paper they seem balanced but the Nets biggest holes are PG and go to scorer. I'd love to see Ben return to being Ben and somehow the team addinga Demar DeRozan type SG. So the lineup would be peak Ben, the new SG, Mikael, C. Johnson and Nic Claxton.
DFS on bench ??
Yeah dinwidie must be traded he's not a PG and he 's not what he pretend to be
If Ben Simmons is healthy he's definitely not coming of the bench, he makes more money then anybody on the team, he's a Max player.
I agree.
Best lineup is...
Start:
Simmons
Cam Thomas
Mikal
Cam Johson
Claxton
Bench:
Dennis Smith
Dinwiddie
Royce
Dorian Finney-Smith
Sharpe
Free Cam. Have a Strong bench.
In the 2000s... in the Jason Kidd era of the NJ Nets... I would work over time to have tickets for a regular game...
Now you can't pay me and give free tickets to watch broookelying neeets....
They're not physical enough. They're all skinny. They might get to playoffs but when it matters they be dominated by the likes of sixers, bucks, Celtics.. and I'll say even the magic next year, magic have scary size.
They should go through with the rebuild unlike when they had DLo where they sped it up by acquiring stars and having to restart again. Let this core mature and retool around it.
Yes
This team reminds me of the same team that they had before the trade for the big 3 that flopped
lol. 😂
Not gonna watch it just gonna guess it's because they are a mid level team made up of unproven young guys on a franchise that has historically sucked balls except for 4 years in their history. The Nets are gonna Net and find a way to screw it up is a safe bet.
Ben Simmons will be the best player on the Nets this year
It's very possible
They know they not gone do nothing this year. The only “big draw” is Ben Simmons and he is…Ben Simmons (no comment). No need to talk about them.
we need big game from giles, watford and bazley too.
BIG NETS
People have been sleeping on how Ben Simmons would always lead the league in assists for 3-pointers. Just look at the 3 point shooters on that roster and you'll know that the league should be on notice if Simmons truly is healthy.
Yesss.
BROOKLYN looks really good on Paper, if Ben Simmons makes a comeback they will definitely make a deep playoffs run
finals if simmon can be a 13p/7a/7r/1.3s guy. and if attacks the bucket again
NETS HAVE A BRIGHT FUTURE WITH Jalen Wilson Dariq White head
This year is a put up or get out the fucking league year for Ben
I can agree to this. It's here or oversees to join dwight Howard. Lol
As a suns I'm glad both Mikhail and cam Johnson are doing great with the nets
also need to mention their excellent draft picks.
Din cant lob to clax
Sure he can
@@nbaswishnope.
As a fan that quit watching all sports after the KD and Kyrie trade, nothing exciting about the Nets.
Here’s why they are not exciting:
1980-1981: Oh man the Nets stink but they have a great future 24-58. Build through the draft and I’m confident we’ll be a consistent contender in the future.
1981-1982: Oh my goodness we shocked the NBA world going 44-38 what a future we have.
1982-1983: Wow we are doing the right thing keeping the team together without elite stars. Look at our 49-33 record. We’ll definitely improve to being a 1 or 2 seed next year. Our gm is a great drafter.
1983: We regressed going 45-37, but it was this and that. We’ll be better next year.
1984-1985: We finished 42-40 we’re trying but it’s hard to maintain consistency.
1985-1986: At least we made the playoffs with a 39-43 record.
1986-1987: We’re not going to be a contender for at least another 5 years.
Rinse and repeat followed by rinse and repeat followed by rinse and repeat.
No 1 seed, No over 50 win seasons during that time, No conference title, and No NBA title.
Any rebuilding years prior to those winning years were a waste, because they didn’t accomplish 1 meaningful thing during those winning years, not one.
They did the same thing in the 90s, most of 2000s, all of the 2010s, and now again.
Let’s face it they are a mediocre franchise where you have to split hairs to convince of future hope. This current Nets team is no different than any other past rebuilding Nets teams where fans claimed false hope of a better future.
Good read. Thanks for sharing
I don't see them making the playoff this year and no hope in ben simmons
So no mention of Cam Thomas??
Ik the Dame talks to the Nets are over, but if it ever happens, we can get a chip at most, and conf semi finals the least.
I can definitely see that with his depth.
The twins gonna shine and bring BenSimmons on the ride
I mean... as long as Simmons stays on the bench where that bum belongs. They would be a lot better if they could cut that dead weight and sign real players with the money.
Lmao.
Healthy Simmons definitely starting
Cam Johnson I see really rising this coming season. hard worker. disciplined & focused.
Fan here but up against the bigs like Embid, Giannis and Joker… they are not equipped to bang and may get crashed on the boards
True
im so excited for ben simmons. im sure this will be a very big season for him.
It'll be interesting to watch how it goes for him.
Let’s hope 😔
Really? The guy has collected tens of millions and doesn't seem to like basketball. Who doesn't like to shoot the rock? Even Dennis Rodman liked to shoot and he wasn't given much opportunity due to his great rebounding.
Simmons is going to be another rinse, repeat because he doesn't like the game anymore. No happy ending coming.
@@IronHorsey3 good to know that you apparently know him so well👍why niot be optimistic? hes fully healthy and has something to prove. plus him shooting would be great but its not a necessity
@@So6pTy - Know him limited to the public record but it's fairly obvious with the behavior and repeated "shut downs" which are attributed to "mental health." Not down on the man, just facing the reality that expectations once again will lead to disappointment. I don't see him playing basketball anywhere in two years.
If Ben Simmons is Philly Ben Simmons anything is possible which is scary as a Knicks fan
👍
I like them , them boys was balling ,
As a Nets fan I didn’t really have much hope going into the season. Thanks for putting things in perspective.
Makes sense. Thanks for watching
That's because you're a fake NETS fan 😂
Well, you do have Simmons at the front of thumbnail picture.
I hope when he plays he will start to shoot much better..
I do not know anyone with a back injury who can still shoot well besides Larry Bird 🏀🏀🏀
Lol. U caught me. Smh.
Yup. If we cannot rely on Ben then how do you project our season
@@part6133 u can’t unfortunately
Brooklyn nets Sean marks should trade for Jordan Poole and sign Christian wood
That would be great. 👍
spencer will not start over simmons
Im soooo excited Go Nets 🏀💨💨💨💪
First of all they have to get in to the playoffs. Then they will have to play one of the top 2 seeds. Could surprise me and win lots of games but not so clear without a superstar.
Yes!. 45 wins.
Definitely a very special team, hoping for the best!!!
Me too.
Oneal signed with bulls
I wasnt to high on Brooklyn until this video....this team is crazy
Thank u @DDawG_
You would be way bigger if you posted shorts
True.
They will be a great team this year, really tough and very dangerous if healthy, there's health concerns here, big health concerns, with the top 4 players but healthy this is a scary team
True.
Without Cam Thomas offense, Nets are going nowhere. Nets must give Thomas big minutes.
Facts
I just need to see Simmons passing to Bridges and that combination
Yessssss and play defense
Still wish they wouldve gotten Dame and Harden.
Harden
Dame
Mikal
Simmons
Clax
Thomas
Super fun team, def would get fans watching.
2nd round at least…
Mikal's release reminds me of Rashard Lewis.
Great point. Didn’t think of that.
Sounds too good to be true. I hope you're right.
It’ll be a good start. Thanks for watching
Dang if only Ben Simmons plays like an all NBA player like he was even without 3pt shooting this team has a potential to win it all.
problem is the moment they get good with young talents, they screw up by trading for "superstars" resulting to their own downfall
Very true. I like this core right now. Let’s see if the can add to it and not trade away another superstar
Kind of a blessing in disguise that KD and Kyrie and of course Harden are all gone. They aren’t a media magnet anymore and can just ball out with minimal outside factors. They are building good core right now.
If Simmons is able to have a comeback season I think this team is gonna be a real problem in the east, especially with so many stars out west now.
I agree 1000 percent
Honestly I think they would be a very fun landing point for both KAT and/or Lillard, but i understand if they want to just try and run it back with this group
That would be dope.
They are 1 Khawi Leonard away to become the favorite to win the title
Mikal reminds me of KD
Claxton is the GOAT💪
Excellent defender.
Ben Simmons, that's why
Lmao. We will see. It can go 50/50
The Nets are more likely to miss the playoffs then to advance past the 1st round. Theres just not enough offense on the team
The Nets gonna make the playoffs in the weak eastern conference 😂😂😂. Probably play in tournaments
because of Ben Simmons 😅
Lmao. Notice he was in the last part of the video
If Ben Simmons actually plays basketball they will be fine 💀
Hopefully he plays like his old self.
Still gonna be trash 😂
Lmao 😂
It comes down to Ben Simmons
Very true.
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The music has GOT to calm down, this isn’t tron bro
Yo they need kirye 😂
He would help.
I’m a rockets fan and I’m hoping ben Simmons Sabotage the team. (We have there picks)😭😭🚀🤷♂️
Lmao. Good one. I'm a heat fan so it doesn't matter to me.
There a play in team .
That’s a start.
He said clakson can guard 1 through 5 😂
The funny thing is that if everyone on the Nets pans out and plays close to potential, this could be a really good team. The chances of everyone (Ben Simmons) working out are very low...but if it does work they could be really good.
I agree 1000 percent. Facts
Mikal coming back to Phoenix in 2026 btw
lol. 😂. U think so?
Keep dreaming. He’s home in Brooklyn for a while beloved. He needs his own spotlight
@@88ntil agreed 1000 percent
Good luck nets ❤
Yes. I agree ☝🏻
Swish never miss😂
Thank u.
Forgot anyone who hasn’t watch this video or just an nba fan and just curious it’s because there not favorites that’s simple(haven’t watched the video) but that’s my honest opinion
I feel like they need another scorer. Defensively they are awesome but offense they are missing something
I can agree with this 💯
Solid video. Can this content be monetised?
Thank u. It already is.
@@nbaswish amazing. How did you monetise? I always read nba content can’t be monetised
Keep it up mate
@@abidrahman7253 you have to be careful and understand the guidelines of fair use.
because they have ben simmons on their team
They certainly cashed in on Kyrie and KD, Marks did a great job! Claxton is a DPOY type and Bridges is a great 2-way player. They have several picks and players to make moves with. Bright future for the Nets! Finally, I hope Ben gets it together and plays well
Excellent comment. Completely agree. And yes hopefully Ben can get it together this year.
Nets don't have enough offense.
Maybe they can pick up some people before trade deadline. U never know
@@nbaswish trade deadline is too late. This team is going to be under .500 by then.
i don’t think they have enough perimeter defense besides bridges. just my opinion tho we’ll see
We will see for sure.
You forgot about Darius b and jalen Wilson
Thanks