Nets Rookies Struggle in Summer League Exit | NBA News

The Brooklyn Nets’ Summer League dreams took a hit with a 20-point loss to Houston, effectively ending their Vegas championship hopes. With veterans possibly sitting out, the spotlight turns to rookies Mikel Brown Jr., Joshua Jefferson, and Tyler Bilodeau — all from the 2026 draft class — who struggled offensively but showed flashes of potential. Brown’s brutal shooting night (20% FG, 20% 3PT) contrasted with earlier strong performances, while Bilodeau continued his shooting woes. Jefferson, the 28th pick, improved in the second half. Though they contributed defensively, their offensive inefficiency is a red flag. The real test? Can they prove themselves in training camp and preseason to earn a spot on the main roster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aef96fe80cc724f5