Brooklyn Nets select Joshua Jefferson with Timberwolves' 28th pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 6:37 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
During the 2026 NBA Draft, the Brooklyn Nets selected Iowa forward Joshua Jefferson with the 28th overall pick, acquired from the Minnesota Timberwolves. This pick was part of the trade that sent Julius Randle to Brooklyn. Jefferson, a Second Team All-American, averaged 16.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in his senior year. The Timberwolves, having traded their first-round pick, will make their first selection in the second round, now focusing on securing a point guard.
- •Nets traded for the 28th pick in the Randle deal.
- •Jefferson was an impactful player at Iowa.
- •Timberwolves will select at 33rd in the second round.
- •Minnesota aims to enhance their playmaking after trading Randle.
- 6:37 AMYahoo Sports — Looking At How Nets Used Pick Acquired From Timberwolves
"The Minnesota Timberwolves traded their No. 28 pick to the Brooklyn Nets and the Nets picked up an impactful forward with it.
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