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Julius Randle leads by example in Nets’ preseason win over 76ers

Julius Randle set the tone for the Brooklyn Nets during their 114-108 preseason victory over Philadelphia on Thursday, October 8, 2026, by aggressively diving for loose balls and pressing full-court. Head coach Jordi Fernández praised the veteran's leadership and defensive effort, noting that such competitive plays ignite team momentum.

Randle finished the contest with a team-leading 14 points, six rebounds, two steals, and two assists in nearly 22 minutes on the floor, while also discussing potential small-ball center assignments in upcoming schemes.

Brooklyn managed the game despite several roster absences, including Michael Porter Jr., Day’Ron Sharpe, Mikel Brown Jr., and Joshua Jefferson. Meanwhile, Mo Wagner stepped into the starting lineup and contributed four steals, and Chaney Johnson added two steals and a pair of blocks while playing versatile minutes at center under Fernández's defensive-minded approach.

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