Nets consider trading Michael Porter Jr. for De'Aaron Fox this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:13 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Brooklyn Nets are exploring roster improvements ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Bill Simmons suggested a trade, proposing that Brooklyn swap forward Michael Porter Jr. for San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox. This comes after a 20-62 season for the Nets, during which they earned the No. 6 overall pick in the upcoming draft. Fox is coming off a difficult postseason performance, while Porter had a standout season. The potential trade has sparked discussion among fans and analysts as the Nets look to build for the future.
- •Nets finished 2025-26 season with a 20-62 record.
- •Brooklyn holds the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Bill Simmons proposed trading Porter Jr. for Fox amid differing views.
- •Fox struggled in the postseason, while Porter had a career-best year.
- •Nets are focused on building their roster this summer.
- 11:13 PMYahoo Sports — Should the Nets trade Michael Porter Jr. for Spurs' De'Aaron Fox?
"The Brooklyn Nets are hoping to improve this season. Should the Nets trade Michael Porter Jr. for De'Aaron Fox like Bill Simmons suggests?
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