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Melvin Council Jr. works out with Brooklyn Nets ahead of 2026 NBA Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 12:16 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Melvin Council Jr. works out with Brooklyn Nets ahead of 2026 NBA Draft

Summary

Melvin Council Jr., a guard from Kansas, is scheduled to work out with the Brooklyn Nets on June 8 in preparation for the 2026 NBA Draft. Council recently participated in a pre-draft workout with the Indiana Pacers and is looking to showcase his skills after a solid senior season with the Jayhawks, where he averaged 12.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game. Standing at 6-foot-3.75 with a wingspan of 6-foot-9.5, Council aims to demonstrate his versatility as a pass-first point guard and defensive asset. He was previously invited to the G League Combine, highlighting his potential for an NBA roster spot.

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By the Numbers

•Council averaged 12.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 5.1 assists last season.
•He has upcoming workouts scheduled, including one with the Nets on June 8.
•Council's performance at the Portsmouth Invitational boosted his draft prospects.
•The Nets have the No. 6 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft.

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12:16 AMYahoo Sports — Kansas' Melvin Council Jr. working out with Nets before 2026 NBA Draft

What they're saying

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The Brooklyn Nets are going to work out plenty of players before the 2026 NBA Draft and Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. will be one of those players.
— Yahoo Sports

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