The Brooklyn Nets just wrapped a 20-62 nightmare last season, landing them a top draft pick, and honestly, most fans checked out way before the buzzer even sounded. But hold up, GM Sean Marks is out here talking, and he’s got a vision for what’s coming next for this franchise.
Young Guns Taking Over
Marks hit Media Day flexing about the fresh blood. “It’s exciting that we’ve been able to add this youth to this team, watch these guys develop,” he said, talking about how last season gave them “real meaningful minutes in real games.” You can feel his excitement for what those young guys went through. He said that feeling in an NBA game, how the guys are “bigger, stronger, faster, more physical,” is all the motivation any of those rookies need. This isn’t just talk either, because Egor Demin, our No. 8 pick from 2025, and Mikel Brown Jr., the No. 6 pick from 2026, are *already* penciled in as the starting backcourt for opening night! That’s massive news for Brooklyn faithful.
Vet Presence and the Patience Play
Yeah, the kids are coming, but Marks isn’t leaving them out there alone. They brought in veteran forward Julius Randle, and sharpshooter Michael Porter Jr. is still leading the way. These two are gonna be huge for the young squad, setting the tone on and off the court. Marks has been consistent since this rebuild kicked off: patience is the name of the game. He’s made that clear multiple times. The goal isn’t just about the win column this year, it’s about everyone getting better every single day. If these young guys keep improving, Marks and the front office can stick to their plan until it’s “winning time” for real.
So, forget that 20-62 stinker of a season. The focus is squarely on Demin and Brown Jr. growing up fast alongside Randle and Porter. This isn’t about immediate glory, it’s about building something that can *actually* compete for playoffs down the line. Keep your eyes on this squad, because the grind starts now, and we’re all looking forward to seeing these guys step up.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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