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Jordi Fernandez gets 1st NBA head coaching win after 15-year journey from Spain to Brooklyn

Jordi Fernandez kept the game ball from his first NBA win, which he said will be a reminder of where he came from and where he hopes his career will lead

OCTOBER 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jordi Fernández, Dennis Schröder And Cam Thomas On Nets' First Win Of '24-25 Season | Nets vs. Bucks

OCTOBER 28 • YOUTUBE

HIGHLIGHTS: Cam Thomas And Dennis Schröder Combine For 61 Points As Nets Down Bucks, 115-102

OCTOBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Double-double off bench Claxton supplied 10 points (5-6 FG), 11 rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 22 minutes during Sunday's 115-102 win over the Bucks.

Impact Head coach Jordi Fernandez told reporters before Sunday's game that Claxton would see more playing time than he did over the first two games of the regular season. Claxton's 22 minutes were only two more than Friday's game against the Magic, but the 25-year-old center was productive during his on-court time and he registered his first double-double of the season. Claxton should serve as the Nets' first big man off the bench while Day'Ron Sharpe (hamstring) is sidelined.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 29 points vs. Milwaukee Schroder chipped in 29 points (8-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Sunday's 115-102 win over the Bucks.

Impact Schroder was the Nets' second-leading scorer Sunday behind Cam Thomas (32) and tied with Ben Simmons for most assists on the team. Schroder has logged at least six assists in each of the first three games of the regular season, and over that span he's averaging 20.7 points on 46.5 percent shooting, 6.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 33.7 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Game-high 32 points Sunday Thomas chipped in 32 points (10-21 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 10-11 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals over 35 minutes during Sunday's 115-102 win over the Bucks.

Impact Thomas led both teams in scoring Sunday, and while he struggled with his efficiency from beyond the arc, he did manage to get to the line for a team-high 11 free-throw attempts. Thomas has attempted 20 or more field-goal attempts in two of the first three games of the regular season, and over that span he's averaging 30.7 points on 47.7 percent shooting (including 46.2 percent from three on 8.2 3PA/G), 5.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.7 steals across 34.7 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Nets avoid 0-3 with controlling win against Bucks Cam Thomas scored 32 points as the Brooklyn Nets led for virtually the entire second half and pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 115-10...

OCTOBER 28 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Thomas scores 32, Nets beat Bucks 115-102 in home opener for first win under Jordi Fernandez

Cam Thomas scored 32 points, Dennis Schroder added 29 and the Brooklyn Nets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 115-102 on Sunday in their home opener to give coach Jordi Fernandez his first...

OCTOBER 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Milwaukee Bucks vs Brooklyn Nets - Full Game Highlights | October 27, 2024 | 2024-25 NBA Season

OCTOBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Operating off bench again Claxton (hamstring) will come off the bench during Sunday's game against the Bucks, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Claxton will come off the bench for a third straight game, but coach Jordi Fernandez said the big man would see more minutes than he has in the last two games. Claxton has played 15 and 20 minutes, respectively, during the first two games of the season, and it wouldn't be surprising to see him closer to 25 against Milwaukee even though he's not in the starting lineup. Brooklyn will start Ben Simmons, Dennis Schroder, Cam Thomas, Cameron Johnson and Dorian Finney-Smith for a third straight game.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Will see more minutes Sunday Coach Jordi Fernandez said Claxton (hamstring) will see further increased minutes during Sunday's game against the Bucks, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Due to a lingering hamstring injury from training camp, Claxton has operated off the bench to start the season, playing 15 and 20 minutes, respectively, during the first two games. It's unclear when Claxton will return to the starting lineup, but he has avoided a setback and is slowly seeing his minute restriction eased. Based on the current trajectory, it's safe to assume Claxton will see closer to 25 minutes against the Bucks. While the big man has struggled to make a strong fantasy impact in his limited role, he has recorded at least a steal and a block in back-to-back games.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Watford (hamstring) is out for Sunday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Watford's hamstring strain will keep him out for the third straight game to start the season. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's game versus the Nuggets.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Sunday Bogdanovic (foot) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Bucks, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Bogdanovic's absence streak will extend to three games to begin the regular season while recovering from left foot surgery. While there is no timetable for Bogdanovic's return, his next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Denver.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Milwaukee travels to Brooklyn for conference showdown

The Nets will take on conference opponent Milwaukee

OCTOBER 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays 17 minutes in loss Milton finished with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound and two assists over 17 minutes during Friday's 116-101 loss to Orlando.

Impact Milton saw meaningful minutes, yet failed to make any noise when it came to tangible production. Despite a somewhat fantasy-friendly game, it doesn't appear as though Milton is going to be afforded a consistent role in Brooklyn. Should he step into a larger role at any point, he would be a name to watch. For now, he can be safely ignored across most formats.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 20 points Friday Schroder produced 20 points (7-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound, six assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Friday's 116-101 loss to the Magic.

Impact Schroder scored a season-high 20 points in the loss, turning in another decent performance. Despite his limitations, Schroder typically finds a way to do just enough to remain fantasy-relevant, much like he has done to begin the season. His long-term outlook is far from enticing, given the Nets could look to move him or lean into their youth a little more as the season progresses. For now, he deserves a roster spot in most formats, particularly for anyone seeking points and assists.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Underwhelms in loss Friday Johnson closed Friday's 116-101 loss to the Magic with 12 points (4-12 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one block over 35 minutes.

Impact Johnson delivered an uninspiring performance, despite scoring double-digits for the second straight game. Although expectations are somewhat muted, managers would love to see Johnson doing a bit more on both ends of the floor. He remains a viable fantasy asset for now, however, if things don't start to trend in the right direction, he could eventually become expendable.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Head Coach Jordi Fernández Postgame Press Conference | Nets at Magic

OCTOBER 26 • YOUTUBE

Franz Wagner scores 29 points, Magic beat Nets 116-101 in home opener

Franz Wagner scored 29 points, brother Mo Wagner added 18 and the Orlando Magic won their home opener, beating the Brooklyn Nets 116-101 on Friday night

OCTOBER 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Franz Wagner puts up 29 as Magic pull away from Nets Franz Wagner scored 29 points to lead six Orlando players in double figures and the host Magic pulled away in the third quarter en route to...

OCTOBER 26 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

NETS at MAGIC | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | October 25, 2024

OCTOBER 26 • YOUTUBE

Remains in starting lineup Simmons will start Friday's game against the Magic, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Coach Jordi Fernandez said Nic Claxton (hamstring) will play more Friday after he saw only 15 minutes before being ejected from Wednesday's season-opening loss to Atlanta. However, the big man will still come off the bench, so Simmons remains in the starting lineup along with Dennis Schroder, Cam Thomas, Cameron Johnson and Dorian Finney-Smith.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Still operating off bench Claxton (hamstring) is available but will come off the bench during Friday's game against the Magic, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Coach Jordi Fernandez said Claxton will play more Friday after seeing only 15 minutes off the bench before being ejected from the season-opening loss to the Hawks on Wednesday. However, Brooklyn's big man will remain on a minute restriction for the foreseeable future. In his limited action, Claxton posted seven points (3-4 FG, 1-4 FT), five rebounds, a steal and a block against Atlanta.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play more Friday Coach Jordi Fernandez said Friday that Claxton (hamstring) will see an increase in playing time Friday against the Magic as the team works him back from injury, Brian Lewis of the...

Impact Claxton was assessed a Flagrant 2 foul during Wednesday's game against the Hawks and only saw 15 minutes of action. However, Fernandez believes the big man will continue to see more playing time as the club works him back, and he will likely play 20-plus minutes against the Magic.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Brooklyn Nets at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions The Brooklyn Nets (0-1) visit the Orlando Magic (1-0) Friday. Tip-off from Kia Center is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sport...

OCTOBER 25 • AZCENTRAL.COM

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Jordi Fernandez gets 1st NBA head coaching win after 15-year journey from Spain to Brooklyn

Thomas scores 32, Nets beat Bucks 115-102 in home opener for first win under Jordi Fernandez

Milwaukee travels to Brooklyn for conference showdown

Franz Wagner scores 29 points, Magic beat Nets 116-101 in home opener