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Brooklyn Nets ranked 22nd in offseason rankings after Randle trade

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Brooklyn Nets ranked 22nd in offseason rankings after Randle trade

Summary

The Brooklyn Nets are ranked 22nd in the Athletic's NBA offseason rankings following their recent trade for forward Julius Randle. The team has focused on a rebuild, bringing in Randle along with guard Mikel Brown Jr. and forwards Joshua Jefferson and Tyler Bilodeau through the draft. General manager Sean Marks hopes the mix of veterans and young talent will improve the team's competitiveness under head coach Jordi Fernández., the Nets also re-signed key players like Josh Minott and Day'Ron Sharpe after moving Nic Claxton to the Chicago Bulls.

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Key Details

•Nets acquire Julius Randle in a trade with the Timberwolves.
•Ranked 22nd by the Athletic in offseason evaluations.
•Added several players through the draft and free agency.
•Sean Marks and Jordi Fernández aim for improved performance next season.
•Nic Claxton was traded to the Bulls as part of the Randle deal.

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9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Nets rank 22nd in the Athletic's NBA offseason rankings

What they're saying

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The Brooklyn Nets had a solid offseason for their rebuild and the Athletic's David Aldridge ranked them as having the 22nd best summer in the league.
— Yahoo Sports

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