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Nets sign guard Keon Ellis to two-year, $18 million deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 2:55 AM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Nets sign guard Keon Ellis to two-year, $18 million deal

Summary

The Brooklyn Nets have signed free agent guard Keon Ellis to a two-year, $18 million contract on the first day of NBA free agency. Ellis, an undrafted player from the Sacramento Kings, averaged 8.3 points per game in 24.8 minutes for the Cleveland Cavaliers last season. Known for his defensive skills, he contributed to Cleveland's run in the Eastern Conference finals. The Nets are focused on rebuilding with a younger core, having selected five first-round draft picks last year and adding rookies Mikel Brown Jr. and Joshua Jefferson this year.

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•Nets agree to $18 million contract with Keon Ellis.
•Ellis averaged 8.3 points and 2 stocks per game last season.
•Cleveland sought to bolster guard depth, leading to Ellis' trade.
•Nets emphasize youth with multiple first-round draft picks.
•Ellis joins veterans Randle and Porter Jr. in Brooklyn.

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2:55 AMYahoo Sports — BREAKING: Nets Agree to $18,000,000 Contract With Premier 3-and-D Guard

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The Brooklyn Nets have been through the wringer over the past several years. After patiently recovering from their disastrous Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett trade, they managed to bring in the star trio of James Harden, Kyrie Irving, and Kevin Durant.
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