Israeli Rookies Ben Sharf and Deni Wolf Struggle for Rotation Spot on Brooklyn Nets
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Israeli players Ben Sharf and Deni Wolf are currently not in the Brooklyn Nets' rotation for the upcoming NBA season. Both players have seen limited minutes in preseason games, with teammates Nolan Traore and Chimezie Johnson earning more playing time. Reporter Eric Slater doubts Sharf and Wolf will be in the opening night rotation, citing competition from other players. The Nets will finish their preseason this week before the regular season commences.
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- Israeli players Ben Sharf and Deni Wolf are struggling to secure a rotation spot on the Brooklyn Nets.
- Both players received limited minutes in a recent preseason win against Washington.
- Nolan Traore and Chimezie Johnson are performing well and taking minutes from Sharf and Wolf.
- Nets reporter Eric Slater doubts Sharf and Wolf will be in the opening night rotation.
- The Nets will conclude their preseason schedule before the regular season begins.
Israeli guards Ben Sharf and Deni Wolf are facing challenges securing a regular rotation spot on the Brooklyn Nets ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Both young players have seen limited playing time during the preseason, with other teammates earning more minutes.
In a recent preseason victory against Washington, Sharf, 20, played only 8 minutes and recorded 4 assists, while Wolf, 22, scored 2 points in 9 minutes, both appearing late in the game. Their struggles are attributed to the impressive performances of other players, notably French guard Nolan Traore, the 19th pick in the draft, and the versatile Chimezie Johnson.
Traore, in particular, has impressed with his speed and scoring ability, drawing praise from American media who suggest he could even contend for a starting position. Johnson, on a two-way contract, has also solidified his role, contributing athleticism and versatility that Wolf reportedly lacks at the same level.
Nets reporter Eric Slater expressed doubt about Sharf and Drake Powell being in the opening night rotation, and noted that Wolf and Josh Minott are also being pushed out. Slater pointed to an abundance of forwards, including Noah Clowney, Johnson, and Mo Wagner, taking minutes that might have gone to Wolf. While acknowledging Wolf's intriguing skillset and solid play in limited minutes, Slater believes Traore is a lock for the rotation.
The Nets will conclude their preseason schedule in Miami before the regular season begins.
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