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Nets vs. Pacers preview: Brooklyn searches for answers after 0-5 start

Oof. The Brooklyn Nets opened NBA Cup play with a Friday night matchup against the Detroit Pistons. Brooklyn got off to a great start and looked like they were going to give last year’s top seed in the Eastern Conference…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 3:44 PM
Nets vs. Pacers preview: Brooklyn searches for answers after 0-5 start
Key Things to Know
  • The Brooklyn Nets search for their first victory of the season against the Indiana Pacers following an 0-5 start.
  • Brooklyn previously lost to Indiana 136-109 during their first meeting of the season on October 25.
  • Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton is ruled out of the game due to a left hamstring strain.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Brooklyn Nets visit the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse looking to secure their first win following an 0-5 start to the season. Brooklyn enters the contest after suffering a 110-94 NBA Cup loss against the Detroit Pistons on Friday. Meanwhile, the Pacers sit at 2-4 after dropping a 144-125 road decision against the Miami Heat.

Both squads face notable roster absences, with Brooklyn missing Egor Demin and Mikel Brown Jr., leaving point guard duties to Nolan Traore. Indiana remains depleted with Tyrese Haliburton, Ben Sheppard, Ivica Zubac, Johnny Furphy, and T.J. McConnell all ruled out of the matchup.

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