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Ben Simmons gave another interview this week, this time his first to local New York outlets, and there continues to be an air of positivity around his return to the court this season. Things are lining up, at least if Ben Simmons can be believed here, to be one of the better comeback stories in awhile.Of course, Ben Simmons’ time in Brooklyn has been marred by injury and underwhelming play, but it appears as if his health is trending in the right direction now. He’s set to have a major impact on the Nets this season, and he represents the exact kind of player the team desperately needs right now. The Locked on Nets guys take a look at Ben Simmons’ most recent quotes and what the expectations are coming into this season.Join Adam & Doug talking Nets on Subtexthttps://joinsubtext.com/dashboard/campaigns/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashGet fifty percent off your first DoorDash order up to a twenty-dollar value when you use code lockedonnba at checkout. Limited time offer, terms appl

With training camps getting closer, it makes sense that the news around Damian Lillard is starting to ramp up again after a few quiet weeks. Could the Nets be back in the mix here? There are reports of a mystery team joining the fray in the possible Lillard trade rumor swirl. Who else out there could be making inquiries? The Locked on Nets guys revisit the situation with Damian Lillard and the possible landing spots for the (current) Portland Trailblazer guard. Are the Nets still in this? Do Boston, Milwaukee, Philly or other teams have a chance here along with Miami? Join Adam & Doug talking all things Brooklyn Nets on Subtext https://joinsubtext.com/dashboard/campaigns/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You w

The Locked on Nets guys take a look at the growth and improvement from Nic Claxton over the last couple of seasons and dive into what that could mean for him this year. He finished 9th in Defensive Player of the Year voting last year but was as high as 3rd in odds at one point.How high could he climb this time around and what needs to happen to really put him in consideration? It will involve more than just his play but the Nets are set up well to be a good defensive team this season. He was among the league leaders in blocks last year and has the counting stats to back up a case. But will the Nets actually be good enough to push him into real consideration?Text with Adam and Doug about the Nets everydayhttps://joinsubtext.com/dashboard/campaigns/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or ente

Cam Thomas enters a pivotal season for his career this year and there are some bigger expectations on the third-year guard. But is the 6th Man of the Year Award actually in play for him? The Locked on Nets guys take a look at his FanDuel odds for the award and determine if there is a path for him to actually be in the running. It’s an interesting thought experiment around Thomas who’s had incredible games in his time with Brooklyn, but also spent time buried on the bench.Could he be a microwave scorer off the bench and is this Nets team set up much better for him going into the season?Join Adam and Doug on Subtext to talk all things Netshttps://joinsubtext.com/dashboard/campaigns/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you reg

It’s a Friday Mailbag and the Locked on Nets guys are covering a bunch of different topics. They take a look at the expectations around Dariqq Whitehead going into this season after he was spotted putting up shots at the Nets facility. They also discuss how to feel about Nets players who have moved on from the team. And then there’s talk about the Kevin Porter Jr. situation coming out of Houston. It’s a horrible set of circumstances but there’s a chance the Nets work their way into the Rockets trying to move off the contract. All of this and more on a packed Friday podcast. Join the Nets conversation with Adam and Doug on Subtexthttps://joinsubtext.com/dashboard/campaigns/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. J

With Bleacher Report releasing its Top 100 players, the Locked on Nets guys discuss Mikal Bridges and Kyrie Irving being tied on the list. Is this accurate and does it truly represent the current value of the players? It’s an interesting discussion, one that has a number of different sides and considerations.Plus they look at where Cam Johnson and Nic Claxton were ranked as well and whether each are on the upward trajectory for this coming season. In all, the Nets had three players in the Top 100 on a list that varies compared to some others in the industry.Join Adam and Doug in Nets talk everyday on Subtexthttps://joinsubtext.com/dashboard/campaigns/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Stor

The NBA recently announced that it would be instituting new rules around player rest, specifically where the stars of the league are concerned. There will now be fines in place for teams who rest star players too often. It’s an interesting subplot for the season with the NBA clearly fed up with certain aspects of load management among its best players. The Locked on Nets guys discuss the situation and how it affects the Nets. They also look at the league as a whole and how they got to this point. And how this is the correct way to go. Join the Nets conversation with Adam & Doughttps://joinsubtext.com/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ib

Team USA lost a brutal game in the consolation match against Canada on Sunday to fall out of the medals at FIBA. Even with a Mikal Bridges miracle heave of a three at the end, the US team wasn’t able to pull it out in overtime. The Locked on Nets guys take a look back at the FIBA run in general and also the overall play of Mikal Bridges who was arguably the best player on the team during this run.They also talk about expectations for the team going into this season and FIBA has shaped some of that. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.FanDuelThis episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked

The guys are in fielding fans questions on a Friday Mailbag and fans came with a great collection of curiosities! First up is a familiar topic in Ben Simmons, but with a new angle on what the ceiling of this season. There is, if healthy, a reasonable stat-line to pencil in but along with Doug's tempered expectations - Adam also notes that there could be a fine line between individual and team performance and how that impacts the Nets decisions.The hosts then look at their favorite offseason additions, and while they vary in players, both agree the youth and prospect off hitting on one or two players would be a huge win for Sean Marks.Before turning in their FIBA prediction cards the guys also answer the question of job security for Sean Marks and Head Coach Jacque Vaughn. In both cases Doug and Adam would be hard pressed to see anything other then trust and patience in both cases.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Mikal Bridges got going early early and seemed to make eveything for Team USA in their win over Italy in the FIBA quarterfinals. Bridges finished with 24 points on 94% true shooting, outscoring the rest of the starters combined. The Locked on Nets guys discuss the win and Bridges play specifically. It was just another in the many examples for the 27-year-old in what the Brooklyn Nets got in the Kevin Durant trade.They also talk about players whose stock has gone up and down in this international play. Talk basketball daily with Adam and Doug. Join the conversation on Subtextjoinsubtext.com/lockedonnets Free Trial!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you.FanDuelThis episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit 

Team USA which includes Nets Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson suffered a rough loss to Lithuania in Group stage play at FIBA on Sunday. It was group stage, but it proved to be something of an eye-opener considering they were facing a team with only one NBA player. Anthony Edwards dropped a ton of points, but it wasn’t enough for Team USA to overcome a huge first half deficit.The Locked on Nets guys discuss the game and what it means for this group on the world stage.Plus, they discuss the Harry Giles signing over the weekend and how it follows a similar pattern for Sean Marks and company this off-season.Join the Nets conversation with Adam and Doug on Subtext. www.joinsubtext.com/lockedonnetsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you.FanDuelThis episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customer

After an off-season that saw him get a big-time pay increase, Cam Johnson is poised for his best season yet as an NBA player and that should be a good thing for the Brooklyn Nets. Doug Norrie looks at the odds for Most Improved Player (Mikal Bridges is the leader) and how there is a clear path for Johnson to put himself in the discussion.Cam Johnson is currently at +4000 but there’s room for him to climb. Doug looks at who has won this award historically and how Johnson is in a similar situation to some winners from the past. He looks at some of the stats supporting the case and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with any purchase. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you.Fan

Ben Simmons opened up in a lengthy interview with Marc Spears of Anscape and gave a breakdown of where he is this off-season. It was in-depth and honest from Simmons, giving much background to the injuries which have plagued him over the last few seasons and where he is with rehab now. He talked about his time with the Nets, areas of his game he’s working on and expectations going into this season.The Locked on Nets guys break down the whole interview, looking at Ben Simmons quotes about his injury recovery, mental health, relationship with teammates and coaches, and much more. It’s a packed episode that should give Nets fans much-needed positivity around the Ben Simmons situation.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a

This is a big season coming up for Nicolas Claxton who is entering a contract year for the Brooklyn Nets. He is coming off a season that saw him really ascend to the top of the league in a number of key metrics and statistics. Doug Norrie of Locked on Nets takes a look where Claxton stood against some of the other best centers in the league. He takes a look at advanced stats, comparisons of other players, and where other experts have Claxton ranked.It all leads to putting Nicolas Claxton in and around the top 10 in the league right now at the position.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with any purchase. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you.FanDuelThis episode is brought to you

Following the USA’s win over Greece in the FIBA opening stage, the Locked on Nets guys take a look a the play of Mikal Bridges and Cameron Johnson early one. Bridges is starting and has been one of the key contributors while Johnson is getting significant run in a bench role. The guys discuss what this play means for the Nets going into next season and how these two taking part in the games sets the stage for an excellent year. They talk also about the odds for Most Improved Player award and how a number of Team USA players will be in the running this season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with any purchase. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you.FanDuelThis episode is brough

The Nets have an exciting season ahead but in looking at the schedule, are they potentially pigeon-holed for failure? Adam looks at several key pockets including the opening ten games which include several difficult tests with Cleveland, Dallas, Boston, and Los Angeles early on the schedule.After some fan fodder around the return of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving to Brooklyn - Adam compiles the final 21 games, many against play-in hopeful Eastern Conference teams, as the ultimate proving ground for a roster that must reach its highest potential to feast on a friendly stretch run!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Nets are poised for a very interesting season and are at something of a crossroads with their current roster. Sean Marks has some real, franchise-level decisions to make along the way. The Locked on Nets guys break down three of the moves the Nets must make this season and they revolve around veterans like Spencer Dinwiddie, Royce O’Neale, and Dorian Finney-Smith.In talking about these three, they look at the rest of the roster trying to suss out exactly what the plan should be for the team now and moving forward. It could include some uncomfortable transactions which could leave the team worse in the short term. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with any purchase. You won’t want to take yo

The Locked on Nets guys are continuing with Worst Case Week and this time around they are looking at Ben Simmons. It’s a deep dive into what to expect from Simmons this season and how, in some ways, he holds Brooklyn’s short-term future in what he does on the court.The talk around Ben Simmons has been overwhelmingly positive this off-season which is a very good sign. But what would happen if he comes out and plays much like he did last year? Which is to say, well below the level of his current contract. The LON guys look at it from every angle and talk about how Ben Simmons’ play this season could dramatically affect what happens with the team next season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with

The Locked on Nets guys are taking a slightly different approach to this week’s episodes, looking at potential worst-case scenarios for the the team this season. And that starts with Mikal Bridges. He is clearly the most important player for Brooklyn this season and maybe one of the most important in the whole league for an individual team.Bridges has played every game of his NBA career, but is it realistic to think he can continue doing that? What is in store for the Nets were he to miss time? Or worse, can he keep up the efficiency and scoring he came out with last year following the trade? They look at everything Mikal Bridges and what to expect this season.  IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with any purchase. You won’t want to

With the schedule set for the NBA’s first In-Season Tournament, the Nets know who will be in their bracket and how things are lining up. They will have the Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, and Orlando Magic to play at various points this season.That actually lines up pretty well for Brooklyn and they are in one of the weaker brackets all things considered. The Locked on Nets guys discuss the In-Season Tournament as a whole as well as what the Nets chances are in the grand scheme of things. Plus, they talk about how this will actually play out during the season and why teams will likely be very motivated to compete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices