TANKING NETS ADMIT THEY ‘AREN’T GOOD ENOUGH’ AFTER EMBARRASSING LOSS TO KNICKS
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On Nov. 9, 2025, the Brooklyn Nets acknowledged they were “not good enough” after a one-sided defeat to the New York Knicks that left coaches and players pointing fingers at themselves and each other.
The lopsided result, described inside the organization as an embarrassment, underscored Brooklyn’s season-long struggles while fueling talk that the franchise is prioritizing draft position over immediate competitiveness. Defensive breakdowns, a stagnant offense and visible lapses in effort drew criticism from veterans and staff members alike.
“There’s plenty of blame to go around,” one team source said, noting that no single player or coach escaped scrutiny in the post-game locker room. The self-inflicted wounds ranged from poor shooting selections to missed assignments on the perimeter, problems that have plagued the club throughout its rebuilding campaign.
The loss further intensifies pressure on a roster already thin on experience and confidence. With another game looming on the schedule, the Nets face mounting questions about how long their current approach—widely viewed as a full rebuild—will continue and what changes might be required to restore basic competitiveness.
Source: New York Post
