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Nets Finalize 21-Man Camp Roster With Fanbo Zeng as Point‑Guard Battle Begins

Player development takes priority with five first‑rounders joining a very young roster.

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Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander speaks to fans during the Oklahoma City Thunder Champions parade
: A referee holds a Wilson brand official NBA game ball basketball during the game between the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers at Little Caesars Arena on March 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

Overview

  • The team announced a 21-player group for camp, completing it by signing forward Fanbo Zeng on an Exhibit 10 deal, with one Two‑Way slot still open.
  • Media day is set for Sept. 23 and training camp opens Sept. 24, with the preseason debut Oct. 4 against Hapoel Jerusalem at Barclays Center.
  • Egor Demin enters as the early favorite at point guard after Summer League, with recent addition Kobe Bufkin competing alongside rookies Nolan Traoré and Ben Saraf.
  • Reports indicate Brooklyn could challenge for the youngest roster in NBA history as it integrates five first‑round picks and other recent additions under coach Jordi Fernández.
  • Analysts project a development-first season with unsettled roles at point guard and power forward, while Cam Thomas, Michael Porter Jr. and Nic Claxton headline more established spots.