The Brooklyn Nets made headlines in the summer of 2019 when they signed Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving as free agents and later acquired James Harden. The trio, known as the “Big 3,” only played 16 games together before the team was dismantled. Despite this, the Nets, led by Mikal Bridges, managed to make the playoffs in the 2022-23 season but were swept in the first round by the 76ers. However, things took a turn for the worse last season as the Nets finished with a record of 32-50 and missed the postseason.
Looking ahead to the current offseason, the Nets made a significant move by trading Mikal Bridges for five first-round picks. As a result of this trade, the Nets are now projected to have the lowest win total in the NBA at just 19.5 wins. This marks their lowest win total in the past 30 years. Despite this setback, Nets general manager Sean Marks remains optimistic about the team’s future.
Marks emphasized the importance of a strategic rebuild, noting that the team has acquired a substantial number of draft assets over the past year. He believes that this will help the Nets achieve long-term success and sustainability. Additionally, the Nets have secured multiple first-round picks from the Knicks in the coming years, as well as picks from other teams, providing them with valuable resources for the future.
As the Nets embark on this rebuilding phase, Marks is confident that the team will be able to establish a path towards success. Although the road ahead may be challenging, Marks is determined to lead the Nets in the right direction and ensure that they can compete at a high level in the long run.
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