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Reflections
Reflections Season’s End In a season of ups and downs, the Brooklyn Nets ended up going further than the mid-season assessors predicted. A year that saw the Nets front office have to pivot with bold moves, the organisation saw the first round of the playoffs. They were bold and courageous and put the Washington Wizards to the test, but were bested in a 4-2 series. One could make the argument that this season was the most successful for the organisation since the beginning of the NSL. The end of season finish was one that brought a smile to even the most belligerent Nets fan. The 2k gods have always been a tricky bunch - the gods were not a fan of the Brooklyn Big 3. Lauri Markkanen eventually found himself a spot on the bench, as the more defensively balanced pairing of Bobby Portis and Lively were needed to fight against the likes of LeBron James. Season 24-25 shapes up to be an exciting year, a year of the new, and the old. Important Moves Point Guard Problems Important moves that were made for the team were two adjustments to the roster. The first and less overt being that of the backup point Vasilije Micic for Cody Martin. Martin had been on the roster for an extended period of time, provided with opportunities to get healthy. Once healthy he never showed his previous spark, and thus the organisation sought to move on from him. Micic was able to plug the hole in the guard position. Micic would feature in several rotations and eventually find a starting spot to move team leader Jamal Murray to the shooting guard position. Future Focused The second and more overt move was the move to send Kyrie Irving to New Orleans to link up with Luka Doncic. In this move, the Nets also sent Nickiel Alexander-Walker and Daniel Theis. In return, the Nets received Brandon Ingram, Bobby Portis, Dereck Lively II and Kelly Oubre. For the future and for the mix, the move was immense. The Nets now have depth and a future - two things that alluded the organisation and have been the goal since the disastrous impact that Jarrett Culver, Kemba Walker and Andre Drummond left in the borough. While Kyrie is and always will be considered one of the best NSL Nets, the mix was never right, and trying to force a star through a circle was never going to work. The move also has future impact as Daniel Theis (newly waived) could be heading to Panathinaikos. Future Prospects The Nets were positioned in a favourable slot within the NSL Draft. Favourable in the sense that they could evaluate the moves within the top 15 and see how it fell. The NBA draft was widely speculated to be one of potential, risk, and few certainties; perfect for team on the outside looking in. Pick 15 - Cody Williams Comparisons - Cam Reddish+, Jalen Rose, Jaden McDaniels The Nets were engaged in late talks about moving this pick, but the risk vs reward complex of GM Breece kicked into gear and they held. Early picks were to be expected and with some organisations looking towards other players in the draft, the Nets who had other players in mind within their predictive scouting found themselves with the chance to take Cody Williams. Cody Williams looks to be a valuable player, already touted as a sneaky chance for Rookie of the Year. His shooting, ball-handling, and defensive abilities could make him an instant starter. His athleticism, encompassing speed, agility, and strength, enhances his performance both offensively and defensively. His potential for growth and ability to perform consistently under pressure make him a promising prospect. Pick 40 - Jamal Shead Comparisons - Jevon Carter, Devonte Graham Most of the targets that the team had initially sought to acquire were either selected earlier, or were not necessary with the selection of Williams at 15. Players such as Nikola Djurisic, Pelle Larsson, and Justin Edwards, were all unnecessary to the needs of the team. Point Guard and Center support minutes were in need for the depth chart. With the second round pick the organisation held pick 40, the front office looked to select a point guard, to find some variance with the round two centers not overly impressing. Jamal Shead was that guy - with his Naismith Defensive Player of the Year award luring the guard to the Nets. He brings many attributes that make him nearly NBA/NSL ready. His exceptional court vision and passing ability being two - he excels as a playmaker, setting up teammates effectively. Next, his most notable, his defensive skills. With quick hands and lateral movement, Shead can lock down opposing players and live in their jersey. Shead's athleticism, combined with his strong work ethic and coachability, positions him as a versatile contributor on both ends of the court. At the Toronto Raptors, with a new look, a new feel and fresh acquisition of youth, Shead could have a chance to play backup minutes.
