Brooklyn Nets draft history features Northwestern players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Brooklyn Nets have a history of drafting players from Northwestern University. Two notable selections are Rod Roberson, drafted in the 7th round of the 1981 NBA Draft, and Evan Eschmeyer, selected in the 2nd round of the 1999 NBA Draft. Roberson did not make the team, while Eschmeyer played for two seasons. The analysis highlights the Nets' strategy of acquiring both star and supporting players through the draft.
- •Rod Roberson drafted in the 1981 NBA Draft, 141st overall.
- •Evan Eschmeyer selected in the 1999 NBA Draft, 34th overall.
- •Roberson did not make the team; Eschmeyer played two seasons.
- •Nets have historically drafted from various colleges, including Northwestern.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every Northwestern player drafted by the Brooklyn Nets
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Nets out of Northwestern.
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