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Nets draft class earns B grade, focus on rebuilding begins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 11:31 AM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Nets draft class earns B grade, focus on rebuilding begins

Summary

The Brooklyn Nets received a B grade for their performance in the 2026 NBA Draft, where they selected three players, including guard Mikel Brown Jr. with the sixth overall pick. Brown averaged 18.2 points and 4.7 assists during his freshman year at Louisville, elevating expectations for the franchise's future. They also drafted Iowa State forward Joshua Jefferson and UCLA forward Tyler Bilodeau at the 28th and 43rd picks, respectively. The Nets previously acquired forward Julius Randle in a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves. As they move into free agency, the Nets aim to leverage their draft selections to improve their standing after a 20-62 season.

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By the Numbers

•Brooklyn Nets selected Mikel Brown Jr. with the sixth overall pick in the draft.
•Nets received a B grade from Bleacher Report for their draft selections.
•Joshua Jefferson and Tyler Bilodeau were picked 28th and 43rd, respectively.
•Nets traded for Julius Randle and the 28th pick prior to the draft.
•Team focuses on rebuilding after finishing the 2025-26 season with a 20-62 record.

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11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Nets 2026 NBA Draft class receives B grade heading into free-agency

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The Brooklyn Nets chose three players in the 2026 NBA Draft, led by Mikel Brown Jr., and the Nets received a B grade from Bleacher Report.
— Yahoo Sports

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