# Brooklyn Nets Preseason Opportunity

> Brooklyn Nets could surprise Eastern Conference with preseason development.
- Title: Brooklyn Nets Preseason Opportunity · Brooklyn Nets On SI
- Summary: Brooklyn Nets could surprise Eastern Conference with preseason development. Brooklyn Nets may compete for playoff spots if preseason shows development from…
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- Source: Brooklyn Nets On SI — https://si.com/nba/nets/onsi/brooklyn-nets-must-take-advantage-of-preseason-opportunity
- Published: 2026-09-16T15:48:44+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: brooklyn nets, preseason, eastern conference, playoffs, julius randle, mikel brown jr, first round rookies, training camp, sports
## Brooklyn Nets preseason
The Brooklyn Nets are nearly set for another season, and their preseason could give a glimpse into how the year will go.
## Nets offseason changes
The Nets have been sitting through a long offseason, making changes to try to get back to the postseason for the first time since 2023.
## Nets potential surprise
While most around the league expect Brooklyn to remain near the bottom of the standings in the Eastern Conference, there may be some hope that it could be a surprise team in the near future.
## Key additions
With Julius Randle and Mikel Brown Jr. headlining the additions from the past few months, Brooklyn may actually have a chance to compete for a spot in the playoffs if a few things go its way.
## Preseason development
The Nets still have a preseason ahead of them that could paint a picture for the rest of the season.
## Young core development
Last season, the Nets had five first-round rookies on the roster, all of whom saw their fair share of challenges in their first 82-game season.
## Preseason impact
If that’s the case, then those leaps should be on full display when the Nets begin their preseason action next month.
## Key takeaway

Brooklyn Nets may compete for playoff spots if preseason shows development from young core.