Brooklyn Nets
April 15, 2025

Nets end campaign with worst regular season record in 8 years

By Jamie Rafael Mocling-Pan
Barclays Center , Brooklyn Nets , NBA

The Brooklyn Nets won just one game in the final week of the NBA season. The Nets have had it rough for these past 82 games. From roster changes to hot starts to catching the injury bug, it was a rough but much-expected season for Brooklyn. They now end the season with a record of 26-56, the worst season for the franchise in the last eight years. They hold 12th place at the end of the 2024-2025 season. 

The Nets Lose A Tough One To Toronto

The Nets lost their second straight blowout to the Toronto Raptors in a 120-109 defeat. The Nets stayed afloat in the first quarter, keeping it close with the game tied up at 35 in the second quarter. A three-pointer by Jamison Battle broke the tie and opened up a 26 to 11 offensive spurt for Toronto. The Raptors did not look back as they continued to dominate throughout the game, scoring the first 12 points of the third quarter to extend their lead further. The Nets were without their main offensive squad, which included guys like Cam Johnson, Cam Thomas, and D’Angelo Russell, and Sunday’s game clearly shows their absence. The Nets were lacking on both sides of the ball throughout the game, leading to the loss.

For the Nets, Reece Beekman had 14 points, Drew Timme, Trendon Watford, and Keon Johnson had 13 points each, and Ziaire Williams had 11 points. Off the bench, Dariq Whitehead and Maxwell Lewis had 13 points each, and Tosan Evbuomwan had 12 points. 

For the Raptors, Jonathan Mogbo had a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds, Ochai Agbaji had 15 points, and RJ Barrett had 13 points. Off the bench, AJ Lawson had 13 points, Cole Swider and Battle had 12 points each, and Jared Rhoden had 10 points. 

Brooklyn Gets The W Against New Orleans 

The Nets broke their short losing streak with a 119-114 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The Nets added another loss for the Pelicans, who moved to 7-33 on the road. This loss also made it the Pelicans’ fourth straight road loss this season. Both teams were without their main stars, keeping them sidelined due to the end of the season and missing the playoffs. The Nets grabbed the win thanks to Watford’s excellent 20+ point performance and Timme’s outstanding off-the-bench performance. The Nets were close to losing their lead near the end of the game, but a three-pointer by Evbuomwan in the final 40 seconds helped seal the win for Brooklyn.

 

For the Nets, Watford had 22 points, and Nic Claxton had 13 points. Off the bench, Timme had 16 points, Whitehead had 14 points, Evbuomwan had 13 points, Lewis had 11 points, and Tyson Etienne had 11 points. 

For the Pelicans, Antonio Reeves had 17 points and Jose Alvarado had 16 points. Off the bench, Karlo Matkovic had 17 points, Jamal Cain had 15 points, and Keion Brooks Jr had 14 points.

Atlanta Takes One Against Brooklyn

The Nets could not carry their momentum onto their game against the Atlanta Hawks in a 133-109 loss on the road. It was a big night for Atlanta’s Zaccharie Risacher, with a 38-point game that helped lead the Hawks to victory. His performance helped separate the gap between the Hawks and the Nets, up 69-45 and they never lost the lead for the entire game. The Nets struggled without a primary scorer on the court and could not defend well against an offensive-heavy team like the Hawks.

 

For the Nets, Keon Johnson had 10 points. Off the bench, Jalen Wilson had 20 points, Evbuiomwan had 18 points, Etienne had 16 points, and Timme had a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds.

For the Hawks, Risacher had 38 points, Trae Young had a double-double with 24 points and 12 assists, Onyeka Okongwu had a double-double of his own with 14 points and 15 rebounds. 

Brooklyn Struggles In The Wolves Den 

The Minnesota Timberwolves were the next team to beat up on an exhausted Nets squad in a 117-91 loss for Brooklyn. Despite Anthony Edwards’ rough seven-point performance, Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle helped carry the Timberwolves to a blowout win. Edwards received his 18th technical foul of the season during the game, leading to a suspension for Edwards in the next game. Gobert had a 30+ point game with 11 rebounds to help dominate the Nets. Brooklyn struggled with a lackluster roster, missing their main starters and giving experience out to the young guys. The Nets are now in recovery mode and utilizing the young guys for experience while resting the starters for the next season. The badly bruised Nets had few tools to stop the Timberwolves and took the tough loss to the chin.

 

For the Nets, Keon Johnson had 20 points, Watford had 15 points, Wilson had 14 points, and Beekman and Timme had 11 points each.

For the Timberwolves, Gobert had a double-double with 35 points and 11 rebounds, Julius Randle had 21 points, and Jaden McDaniels had 11 points.

The Knicks Reign Over New York

The New York Knicks proved they were the better New York basketball team in a 113-105 victory over the Nets. The Knicks were also without their starters, outside Mikal Bridges, to rest before the playoffs. Former Net Bridges extended his consecutive game streak by suiting up and quickly getting a foul to get some rest before the playoffs. Bridges has now played 556 straight games throughout his career. The Knicks were carried by Landry Shamet and his season-high 29 points to help take care of the Nets. Both Watford and Martin had 20 points each for the Nets, but their performances weren’t enough against the more talented Knicks squad, leading to a season-ending record of 26-56 for the Brooklyn Nets.

 

For the Nets, Tyrese Martin and Watford had 20 points each, Wilson had 18 points, Johnson had 14 points, and Claxton had 12 points. Off the bench, Timme had 11 points. 

For the Knicks, Cameron Payne had 21 points, Precious Achiuwa had 18 points, and Miles McBride had 17 points. Off the bench, Landry Shamet had 29 points on 7-of-13 from the three-point line.

What’s Next For The Nets

With the regular season officially over, the Nets can finally focus on the future. The Nets can look to upgrade their defense, and while they’re not likely to get the superstar Cooper Flagg, they still have a handful of choices that can help improve the team. The Nets will likely have another struggling season next year and focus on developing the young talent. Still, the Nets can have a bright future if they stay healthy and build some chemistry amongst a future young core.

 

About the Author

Jamie Rafael Mocling-Pan
Jamie Rafael Mocling-Pan

Jamie Rafael Mocling-Pan is the Brooklyn Nets Lead Writer for ONNJ Sports. 

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