The franchise was established in 1967 as the New Jersey Americans before becoming the New York Nets in 1968 and eventually the Brooklyn Nets in 2012.​¹⁾

The Nets won two American Basketball Association (ABA) championships in 1974 and 1976 before joining the NBA.²⁾

Julius “Dr. J” Erving led the Nets to their ABA titles and remains one of the most iconic players in franchise history.³⁾

In the 1990s, the Nets considered rebranding as the “Swamp Dragons,” even securing a 26-1 vote in favor, with the lone dissenting vote coming from the Nets themselves.​⁴⁾

The Nets relocated to Brooklyn in 2012, becoming the first major professional sports team in the borough since the Dodgers left in 1957.​⁵⁾

The team's home, Barclays Center, opened in 2012 and is known for its unique architecture and intimate seating.​​⁶⁾

Upon moving to Brooklyn, the Nets adopted a black and white color scheme, symbolizing simplicity and elegance.⁷⁾

In 2012, the Nets introduced a superhero mascot named “BrooklyKnight,” who was retired after the 2013-2014 season.⁸⁾

The “Brooklyn Brigade” is a passionate group of fans known for their loud chants and unwavering support during home games.⁹⁾

The Nets have retired six jersey numbers, honoring players like Julius Erving (#32) and Dražen Petrović (#3).¹⁰⁾

The Nets made their first NBA Finals appearance in 2002, facing the Los Angeles Lakers.​¹¹⁾

They returned to the NBA Finals in 2003 but were defeated by the San Antonio Spurs.​¹²⁾

Jason Kidd, a Hall of Fame point guard, was instrumental in leading the Nets to their consecutive Finals appearances.¹³⁾

Vince Carter, known for his electrifying dunks, played for the Nets from 2004 to 2009, becoming one of the franchise's top scorers.¹⁴⁾

Brook Lopez is the Nets' all-time leading scorer, amassing 10,444 points during his tenure.​¹⁵⁾

Kyrie Irving holds the franchise record for most points in a single game, scoring 60 points in 2022.​¹⁶⁾

The Nets secured their first NBA playoff series win in 2002 against the Indiana Pacers.​¹⁷⁾

Dražen Petrović, a Croatian shooting guard, is remembered for his exceptional shooting skills and was posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame.​¹⁸⁾

In 2019, the Nets signed superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, marking a significant shift in the team's trajectory.​¹⁹⁾

The Nets' inaugural season in Brooklyn (2012-2013) saw them finish with a 49-33 record, earning a playoff berth.​²⁰⁾

The Nets maintain a crosstown rivalry with the New York Knicks, often referred to as the “Battle of the Boroughs.”²¹⁾

The Nets played their first regular-season game at Barclays Center on November 3, 2012, defeating the Toronto Raptors.²²⁾

Coaches like Chuck Daly, who led the team from 1992 to 1994, have left a lasting impact on the franchise.​²³⁾

The Nets' first-ever draft pick was Mel Daniels in 1967, who later became an ABA MVP.​²⁴⁾

The team's longest winning streak is 15 games, achieved during the 2005-2006 season.​²⁵⁾

The Nets have participated in the NBA Global Games, playing in countries like China and the UK to promote basketball worldwide.​²⁶⁾

The Nets made their first NBA playoff appearance in 1982.​²⁷⁾

In 2021, the Nets acquired James Harden, forming a formidable trio with Durant and Irving.​²⁸⁾

Deron Williams set a franchise record by hitting 11 three-pointers in a game in 2013.​²⁹⁾

The Nets won their first division title in the NBA during the 2001-2002 season.​³⁰⁾

The Nets participated in the inaugural ABA game in 1967 against the Pittsburgh Pipers.​³¹⁾

The Nets' highest-scoring game was a 161-157 victory over the Phoenix Suns in 2006.​³²⁾

The Nets have had the first overall pick in the NBA Draft twice, selecting Derrick Coleman in 1990 and Kenyon Martin in 2000.​³³⁾

Detlef Schrempf, who played for the Nets in the 1980s, went on to become one of the best sixth men in NBA history.³⁴⁾

In 2013, the Nets acquired Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett from the Celtics in a blockbuster trade, which later proved costly in terms of draft picks.³⁵⁾

The Nets staged their largest comeback in franchise history by overcoming a 28-point deficit to defeat the Sacramento Kings in 2019.³⁶⁾

Jason Kidd holds the franchise record for most triple-doubles, an indicator of his all-around excellence.³⁷⁾

Barclays Center was designed to have some of the best acoustics for concerts and events, making it a prime venue beyond basketball.³⁸⁾

The Nets' superstar trio of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden was expected to dominate the league but faced setbacks due to injuries and off-court issues.³⁹⁾

Rap icon Jay-Z was a minority owner of the Nets and played a key role in branding and marketing the team’s move to Brooklyn.⁴⁰⁾

The Nets have historically been one of the most international teams in the NBA, featuring players from over 20 different countries.⁴¹⁾

The Nets played their first-ever regular-season game in Paris in 2020, showcasing the NBA’s growing global reach.⁴²⁾

The Nets once scored 91 points in a single half against the Golden State Warriors in 2021, marking one of the highest-scoring halves in NBA history.⁴³⁾

The team’s official slogan, “We Go Hard,” reflects the Brooklyn mentality and has been embraced by fans.⁴⁴⁾

In 2022, the Nets traded James Harden for Ben Simmons, hoping to rebuild their roster and improve their defensive strength.⁴⁵⁾