Brooklyn Nets draft history features South Alabama players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
The Brooklyn Nets have a history of selecting players from South Alabama in the NBA Draft. Michael Gerren was drafted in 1984 in the 5th round, followed by Kelly Blaine in 1985, also in the 5th round. Neither player made the Nets' final roster. This examination reflects the Nets' approach to building their team through various colleges over the years, showcasing contributions from both prestigious programs and smaller institutions.
- •Michael Gerren drafted 109th overall in 1984 NBA Draft
- •Kelly Blaine drafted 108th overall in 1985 NBA Draft
- •Neither player made the Nets' final roster
- •Nets have drafted multiple players from various colleges
- •Analysis reveals team's drafting history and strategy
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every South Alabama player drafted by the Brooklyn Nets
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Nets out of South Alabama.
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