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Mikel Brown Jr. meets with Nets as draft approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:48 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Mikel Brown Jr. meets with Nets as draft approaches

Summary

Louisville guard Mikel Brown Jr. has met with the Brooklyn Nets three times ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. The discussions, which included team general manager Sean Marks and coach Jordi Fernández, position Brown Jr. as a potential lead guard for the rebuilding franchise. He averaged 18.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists this past season, though he missed significant playing time due to a lower back injury. Despite not being the consensus favorite for Brooklyn's sixth overall pick, his relationship-building with the coaching staff could influence the team's final decision during the draft on June 24, 2026.

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Key Details

•Brown Jr. averaged 18.2 points this season at Louisville.
•He met with the Nets three times before the draft.
•Brown Jr. missed 14 games due to a back injury.
•Consensus top picks could influence Brooklyn's choice.
•Nets seek a lead guard for their rebuilding strategy.

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2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Draft Prospect Mikel Brown Jr. Met With Nets 3 Times

What they're saying

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The Louisville standout's frequent discussions with Sean Marks and Jordi Fernández signal a potential move to hand the dynamic playmaker the keys to Brooklyn’s rebuilding backcourt.
— Yahoo Sports

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