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Brooklyn Nets seek free agency options after Hachimura signs with Clippers

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Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Brooklyn Nets seek free agency options after Hachimura signs with Clippers
Summary

The Brooklyn Nets are exploring their free agency options after forward Rui Hachimura signed a two-year, $28 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. Hachimura was considered a top unrestricted free agent, impacting Brooklyn's pursuit of additional talent. Following a challenging 2025-26 season, the Nets have already made several roster moves, including drafting Mikel Brown Jr. and acquiring Julius Randle from the Timberwolves. With $24.7 million in cap space, potential targets include Bennedict Mathurin, Jonathan Kuminga, and Nick Richards to bolster their roster ahead of the upcoming season.

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  • •Rui Hachimura signed with the Los Angeles Clippers on July 8, 2026.
  • •Nets selected Mikel Brown Jr. with the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
  • •Brooklyn has $24.7 million in cap space available for free agency.
  • •Potential free agency targets include Bennedict Mathurin and Jonathan Kuminga.
  • •Nets have re-signed Day'Ron Sharpe and Josh Minot, and added Mo Wagner.
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  • 8:08 PMYahoo Sports — What can Nets do in NBA free-agency with Rui Hachimura off the board?
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What can the Brooklyn Nets do in NBA free-agency after forward Rui Hachimura signed with the Los Angeles Clippers?

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