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Rookie Drake Powell Shines in Nets' Historic Victory

12/17/2025

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Brooklyn Nets rookie Drake Powell faced criticism after a poor performance against the Dallas Mavericks, playing 2:41 and making mistakes.
Coach Jordi Fernández stressed the need for readiness, prompting Powell to reflect on his development.
In a bounce-back game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Powell scored 13 points in the Nets' historic 127-82 victory.
Fernández, who missed the game due to illness, praised the rookies and emphasized consistency in the NBA.

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Brooklyn Nets rookie Drake Powell faced criticism after a poor performance against the Dallas Mavericks, playing 2:41 and making mistakes.
Coach Jordi Fernández stressed the need for readiness, prompting Powell to reflect on his development.
In a bounce-back game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Powell scored 13 points in the Nets' historic 127-82 victory.
Fernández, who missed the game due to illness, praised the rookies and emphasized consistency in the NBA.