The tough injury in the Nets forces them to intensify 'tanking' in the NBA

The 2025/26 season of the NBA for the Brooklyn Nets was shaping up to be uninspiring. And suspicions have not only been confirmed. As of today, the New York franchise seems to have no interest in competing, especially following the one-month injury of their star: Cam Thomas.

Problems persist in Brooklyn. The Nets announced on Friday that Cam Thomas suffered a strained left hamstring and will have to stay off the court for three to four weeks, pending further medical evaluation. The injury occurred during Wednesday night's game against the Indiana Pacers, where Thomas had to leave the game visibly upset.

Thomas' absence is a significant blow to a team already facing a tough start to the season. With a 1-8 record after their first nine games in the NBA 2025/26, the Nets find themselves at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with no clear signs of improvement. Without their top scorer available, immediate prospects do not look encouraging.

The Context of an Untimely Injury

Thomas, 23, had been the only bright spot amid Brooklyn's dark start, averaging 21.4 points per game and once again showing his ability to score from anywhere on the court. His absence leaves the team without its primary offensive weapon at a time when the group was already struggling to find consistency in attack.

The guard signed a one-year qualifying offer over the summer, which will make him a free agent at the end of this season. In this context, every game was an opportunity to establish himself as a valuable piece, both for Brooklyn and the market. However, this injury disrupts his rhythm and could impact his short-term contractual aspirations.

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