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Nets exercise team option on Malachi Smith for next season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Nets exercise team option on Malachi Smith for next season
Summary

The Brooklyn Nets will exercise the $2.15 million team option on Malachi Smith for the 2026-27 season, as confirmed by league sources. Smith averaged 8.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game in the recent season. This decision ensures that Smith remains with the team for at least another year, pending any potential changes in negotiations or performance. The option is fully non-guaranteed.

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Key Details
  • •Brooklyn Nets exercise team option on Malachi Smith.
  • •The option is valued at $2.15 million.
  • •Smith averaged 8.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists last season.
  • •The team option is fully non-guaranteed.
  • •Decision allows time for further evaluation of Smith's performance.
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Nets to exercise team option on Malachi Smith

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