Darwin Cook highlighted among California players for Brooklyn Nets
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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

The Brooklyn Nets have had a diverse roster, featuring players from across the United States and beyond. In a recent focus, the team highlighted the contributions of Darwin Cook, a California native, who played for the franchise during the 1980s. Drafted 70th overall by the Detroit Pistons in 1980, Cook spent the first six seasons of his NBA career with the Nets, averaging 10.1 points, 2.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.9 steals per game until his trade to the Washington Bullets in 1986. This profile is part of an exploration of every Californian player who has suited up for Brooklyn.
- •Darwin Cook played for the Brooklyn Nets from 1980 to 1986.
- •Cook was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 1980.
- •He averages 10.1 points and 4.2 assists per game with the Nets.
- •The Nets have a history of signing players from various locations.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every player from California to play for the Brooklyn Nets - Allen Crabbe
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every player from California to play for the Brooklyn Nets - Darwin Cook
"Our focus in this article is Allen Crabbe.
"Our focus in this article is Darwin Cook.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 3, 2026, 2:00 AMEvery player from California to play for the Brooklyn Nets - Allen Crabbe
Our focus in this article is Allen Crabbe.
- Yahoo SportsNov 3, 2026, 1:00 AMEvery player from California to play for the Brooklyn Nets - Darwin Cook
Our focus in this article is Darwin Cook.
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