Keon Ellis discusses his role in Nets' perimeter defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Brooklyn Nets guard Keon Ellis spoke about his defensive role after signing with the team this offseason. Ellis emphasized the importance of effort and teamwork in his defensive strategy, which he hopes will elevate the Nets during their rebuilding phase. Following a solid 2025-26 season where he averaged 6.7 points and 1.0 assists, Ellis aims to increase his impact on the team as training camp approaches at the end of this month. He mentioned his successful stint with the Cavaliers, where he averaged 8.3 points and 1.3 steals over 29 games.
- •Ellis signed with the Nets this offseason.
- •He aims to improve the team's perimeter defense.
- •Ellis averaged 6.7 points and 1.0 assists last season.
- •He had a notable stretch with the Cavaliers, averaging 8.3 points.
- •Nets training camp begins at the end of September.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Nets' Keon Ellis details the impact of his perimeter defense
"Brooklyn Nets guard Keon Ellis signed with the Nets this offseason and he detailed how his point-of-attack defense will impact the entire team.
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