Jordi Fernández has made clear he wants the Nets to play at a faster pace, a philosophy that began to take shape in his first season as head coach. That starts with having a roster of floor generals who can execute consistently without running out of gas.

While the team drew criticism for drafting four ball handlers in June — three of them point guards — and then adding another in Kobe Bufkin before training camp, Brooklyn believes it now has the personnel to fully realize Fernández’s high-tempo vision.

With that, the Nets’ point guard battle is officially underway. Just two days into camp, the guards are learning quickly what that competition will require.

“It’s fast, you better be in shape,” Bufkin said. “I’m glad I was in shape when I came in.”

The Nets’ point guard struggles

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