Brooklyn Nets Rumors
Michael Scotto: Nets GM Sean Marks on acquiring a star: “If you’re going after max-level talent, they’ve got to automatically change the trajectory of your team. This can’t be let’s go get this and lock ourselves into being a 6-7 seed. When we go all in, you’re going in to compete at the highest level and contend.”
“I’m new to this so whatever happens, happens. But I like Brooklyn, so God willing [I’ll be back],” Sharpe said. Two sources who spoke with The Post tabbed his value at $20 million annually while Spotrac suggested he’ll re-sign for three years and $45 million.
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No shortage of teams calling about Cameron Johnson trade
NetsDaily: “No shortage of teams calling for him,” Sean Marks said of Cameron Johnson who he also said they’ve talked to about assuming more of a leadership role. Raved about him as player and person. Doesn’t sound like he’s going anywhere.
Brian Lewis: Sean Marks on requirements for #Nets to star-hunt: “If you’re going after max level talent, they’ve got to automatically and absolutely change the trajectory of your team. This this can’t be ‘well, let’s go get this and lock ourselves in to being a six or seven seed.’ ” #NBA
Michael Scotto: Brooklyn Nets forward Cam Johnson on potential trade talks: “Definitely go to him (Sean Marks) and ask because I have a very vested interest in what we’re doing here. I feel like I’ve put a lot of effort into trying to be a part of this program and I take that very seriously.”
Michael Scotto: Nic Claxton on his back: “I still need to get right. It’s still bothering me. We’ve got the whole offseason. I was still able to play 70 games. That’s a blessing being able to do that 3 years in a row. I don’t take it for granted.” Claxton said he doesn’t expect to need surgery.
Brian Lewis: D’Angelo Russell on his first unrestricted free agency, and whether his fate is reliant on direction the #Nets pick: “I haven’t even, let my mind run with that. I know that is something that’s going to happen and, kind of out of my control. So, one day at a time.”
Only 84 players eligible for NBA awards
Justin Wilson: The NBA season finishes with 84 players eligible for awards. That’s 15.7% of the league. Scottie Barnes and Jalen Wilson clinched today. So, there you have it.