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Grant Nelson shows promise as Brooklyn Nets recover from knee injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Grant Nelson shows promise as Brooklyn Nets recover from knee injury

Summary

Grant Nelson, a 6-foot-11 forward, is part of the Brooklyn Nets' Summer League roster while recovering from patellar tendinitis. After playing last season with both the Nets and the Long Island Nets, Nelson was waived but made a strong impression, averaging 12.8 points with Long Island. His journey includes a notable college career at North Dakota State and Alabama, where he helped lead the Crimson Tide to the Final Four. As he works towards a two-way contract, his versatility remains a key asset for Brooklyn's future plans.

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•Grant Nelson suffered a knee injury that ended his last season early.
•He averaged 12.8 points and 6.5 rebounds in 17 G League games.
•Nelson played for both Brooklyn and Long Island last season.
•He transferred to Alabama after a successful stint at North Dakota State.
•His recovery will determine his chances for a two-way contract.

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What they're saying

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Grant Nelson earned his first NBA opportunity with the Nets last season before a knee injury cut it short. Now recovering, the versatile 6-foot-11 forward remains a strong candidate to earn Brooklyn's final two-way contract and continue his climb toward a permanent NBA role.
— Yahoo Sports

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