Brooklyn selects Joshua Jefferson with No. 28 pick from Minnesota
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:20 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Brooklyn Nets have selected Joshua Jefferson with the No. 28 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Brooklyn acquired this selection from the Minnesota Timberwolves as part of a three-team trade that also brought Julius Randle to Brooklyn, with Nic Claxton moving to the Chicago Bulls. This strategic move highlights Brooklyn's aim to bolster their roster going forward. The Nets continue to shape their lineup as the offseason progresses.
- •Brooklyn selects Joshua Jefferson at No. 28 in NBA Draft.
- •The pick was acquired from Minnesota in a three-team deal.
- •Julius Randle also moves to Brooklyn as part of the trade.
- •Nic Claxton is sent to the Chicago Bulls.
- •This trade is part of Brooklyn's offseason roster adjustments.
- 3:20 AMYahoo Sports — Brooklyn selects Joshua Jefferson at No. 28 via Minnesota trade
"Brooklyn selects Joshua Jefferson at No. 28 via Minnesota trade
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