NBA Rumors: The Next Star of the Brooklyn Nets Who Could Leave Amid Rebuilding Process
After the departures of Dennis Schroder and Dorian Finney Smith, the New York franchise continues with its plan to reshape the squad.
Cameron Johnson is currently in the midst of his third season playing for the Brooklyn Nets. The former UNC star is averaging 19.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3 assists per game while shooting 49.6% from the field and 43.6% from three-point range in 32 games.
With the Nets in full rebuilding mode, Johnson has been mentioned in numerous trade rumors. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, potential suitors for the small forward include the Indiana Pacers, the Memphis Grizzlies, and the Sacramento Kings.
The Grizzlies are often cited by league sources as a possible destination for Johnson. However, after the Nets traded Dorian Finney-Smith to the Los Angeles Lakers instead of finalizing a deal with Memphis, Stein noted uncertainties about the Grizzlies' willingness to engage in further negotiations.
Furthermore, Stein identified the Pacers as a team to watch regarding a potential Johnson trade, and confirmed that the Kings have discussed a swap with the Nets. Stein reported that the Kings are not currently including rookie guard Devin Carter in these discussions.
It was previously reported that the Nets were seeking multiple first-round picks in exchange for Cam Johnson. Following the departures of Finney-Smith and Dennis Schröder in exchange for several second-round picks, Stein expressed doubts about the Nets' ability to assemble such a package. Nevertheless, interest from across the league could drive up Johnson's price before the February 6 Trade Deadline.
Other Sources
Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints recently reported that the Grizzlies, Kings, and Lakers, along with the Orlando Magic and the Golden State Warriors, have reached out to the Nets about a potential Johnson trade this season. Siegel also mentioned the Pacers, San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets, and Miami Heat as potential suitors. The Grizzlies could involve Marcus Smart in a trade. There is speculation that Memphis has rebuffed offers for Smart with hopes of eventually sending him to Brooklyn.
The Athletic's Sam Amick confirmed that Sacramento has engaged in extensive discussions about Johnson. Negotiations could hit a snag if the Nets request Carter in return. According to Stein, the Kings highly value Carter. The Pacers may also seek to enter the mix for Johnson to bolster their defense in the second half of the season. The franchise could offer a combination of Aaron Nesmith and Obi Toppin's contracts in the deal.
The Pacers already have Tyrese Haliburton, Myles Turner, and Pascal Siakam, indicating they would likely have ample opportunities. Currently, Indiana holds the eighth-best record in the Eastern Conference at 18-18 in 36 games. They are 7-3 in their last 10 games and have won the last two. With numerous teams reportedly interested in Johnson, the Nets will seek to drive up the bidding war as high as possible before making a decision prior to the February 6 deadline.
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