NFL Team Drops Early Draft Selection from Roster amidst Ongoing Team Reorganization
In the bustling world of NBA roster management, the Brooklyn Nets have made another move, this time parting ways with Keon Johnson. The former first-round pick, who joined the Nets on a two-year standard deal last offseason, was waived by the team on Wednesday.
Johnson found himself on the roster bubble following the Nets' busy offseason, competing against the likes of Jalen Wilson, Drew Timme, Tyrese Martin, and Terance Mann, all of whom are also non-guaranteed players. Last season, Johnson averaged 10.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.2 assists for the Nets, but struggled from an efficiency standpoint offensively, shooting 38.9 percent from the field and 31.4 percent from three.
Despite these numbers, Johnson impressed as a point-of-attack defender and appeared in 79 games with 56 starts for the Nets last season. His role was expanded on a tanking squad, where he gained valuable experience.
The departure of Johnson leaves the Nets with 23 players under contract, including 15 on guaranteed deals. This number could potentially decrease in the next week, as the team's other non-guaranteed players, including Egor Demin, Nolan Traore, Ben Saraf, Ricky Council IV, Fanbo Zeng, and Grant Nelson, all unofficial signings, are still in the mix.
The Nets have also been active in salary dump trades, with Terance Mann and Haywood Highsmith being absorbed into cap space, and Kobe Bufkin, another player involved in such a trade, being part of the current roster.
As the 2023-24 campaign approaches, the Nets will continue to shape their roster, with Johnson's spot now open for a newcomer. The spotlight, for now, shifts to the rookies entering the mix at point guard, such as Bufkin, who is projected to spend time at shooting guard this season.
In the grand scheme of NBA history, Johnson's departure may seem like a minor event. However, in the competitive world of the Nets, every move counts, and the team will be eager to find the right fit to complement their roster as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Meanwhile, in another corner of the NBA, Stephen Curry continues to make history, holding the record for the most 3-point field goals made in the league. As the Nets work towards their own milestones, they will undoubtedly look to learn from the successes and failures of their peers, striving to make their mark in the ever-evolving world of professional basketball.
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