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‘Full of Excitement’: Mikel Brown Jr. Delivers Raw Reaction to Becoming a Brooklyn Net

Mikel Brown Jr. just experienced the moment that every young basketball player works toward. A lifetime of gym hours and dedication finally resulted in a life-changing announcement on a national stage. The Brooklyn Nets selected him with the No.

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Brooklyn Nets select Joshua Jefferson with #28 overall pick

Late on Monday night, the Brooklyn Nets acquired Julius Randle via trade, jettisoning Nic Claxton and moving five spots in the NBA Draft, from #33 to the back of the first round at #28.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 23

Predicting the Nets 2026-27 Opening Night Starting Lineup

The Brooklyn Nets are going to look very different come the Fall. The last 24 hours have completely changed the complexity of the Nets' roster. They traded longtime center Nic Claxton in a three-team deal, acquiring forward Julius Randle in the process.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / June 23

Brooklyn Nets select Mikel Brown Jr. with #6 overall pick

The Brooklyn Nets have selected Mikel Brown Jr. out of Louisville University with the #6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. He is the highest Nets selection since Derrick Favors, who went No.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / June 23

Nets Use No. 6 Pick To Draft Mikel Brown

The Nets have selected guard Mikel Brown with the sixth overall pick in the 2026 draft. Brown, 20, had a strong freshman season for Louisville in 2025/26, averaging 18.2 points, 4.7 assists, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 29.2 minutes per game.

Brooklyn Nets News / 5 GOATs / June 23

Mikel Brown drafted by Brooklyn Nets: Analysis, contract details, more

Louisville guard Mikel Brown was drafted by the Brooklyn Nets with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Now, he can showcase his skills at the next level.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 23

Brooklyn Nets Select Mikel Brown Jr. No. 6 Overall at 2026 NBA Draft

The Brooklyn Nets have selected Mikel Brown Jr. No. 6 overall at the 2026 NBA Draft. Brown to Brooklyn has gained a lot of momentum in recent days, as he checks a lot of boxes in terms of what the Nets are looking for at guard.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 23

The Best-Case and Worst-Case NBA Draft Scenarios for the Nets

The 2026 NBA Draft is almost here, and the Nets are set to make their most consequential pick in decades. Armed with No. 6, Brooklyn will be tasked with adding a star-level player in a four-man draft, especially as they navigate a new roster with Julius Randle, sans Nicolas Claxton.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / June 23

The Long Forecast: Nets Draft Day Rumor Primer

Brooklyn Nets fans, the day has come. Draft day is here! The number of the picks — Nos. 6, 28 and 43 after the Julius Randle trade pales when compared to 118, the total losses over two years of tanking that have led the Nets to this day.

Julius Randle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Nets rumors: Does Julius Randle really want to stay in Brooklyn after getting dumped by Timberwolves?

The Brooklyn Nets made headlines on Monday evening when they traded for Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle in what was essentially a salary dump move for Minnesota.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Nets rumors: Potential Nic Claxton replacement with high risk vs. reward an intriguing option at No. 28

The Brooklyn Nets are potentially searching for a replacement for big man Nic Claxton following the three-team trade involving the Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves that brought the Nets Julius Randle.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Nets’ interest in lottery-projected talents could set stage for another trade

The Brooklyn Nets are making moves ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. After acquiring Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick for Nic Claxton and No. 33 on Monday, they could have another trade up their sleeve.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Nets 2026 NBA Mock Draft roundup reveals new favorite at No. 6 pick

The NBA Draft is less than one day away, and the Brooklyn Nets’ decision at No. 6 is a source of speculation among league executives. After shocking many with their selection of Egor Demin at No.

Nic Claxton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

A rejuvenated Nic Claxton would give Bulls something they’ve been missing for long time

The Chicago Bulls are hitting the ground running and aren’t slowing down. On Monday, they acquired Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton as part of a three-way deal involving the Nets and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Realistic Expectations for the Nets' 2025 Draft Class Next Season Ahead of 2026 Draft

In many ways, the Brooklyn Nets are entering the second year of a new era. Yes, head coach Jordi Fernández is entering his third season at the helm, but the 2026-27 season will be the second season in true rebuild mode.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Mikel Brown Jr. gaining momentum as Nets’ top option at No. 6 in 2026 NBA Draft

The Brooklyn Nets face a franchise-altering decision with the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. While there was initially little consensus on the team’s top target, several signs have pointed to Louisville guard Mikel Brown Jr.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23

Timberwolves trade Julius Randle in offseason stunner

The Minnesota Timberwolves are moving on from All-Star forward Julius Randle.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 22

Three-team trade sending Julius Randle to Nets, Nic Claxton to Bulls

The Timberwolves have reportedly found a new home for Julius Randle. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Minnesota is sending Randle and the No. 28 overall pick in Tuesday’s NBA Draft to the Nets as part of a three-team trade that sends center Nic Claxton to the Bulls.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 22

Why Keaton Wagler canceled Nets workout before NBA Draft

The Brooklyn Nets have worked out several top prospects ahead of Tuesday’s NBA Draft. Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler, the No. 6 player on ClutchPoints’ big board, isn’t one of them.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 22

Nets Last Minute Pre-Draft Workout Shows the Front Office is Covering its Bases

The Brooklyn Nets are in a paradox of too many choices when it comes to the 2026 NBA Draft. That's not necessarily a bad thing in this context. They hold the No.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 15

Nets could get their own Jalen Brunson in promising NBA Draft pick

The New York Knicks are NBA champions, and while it's great for the city of New York, their rivals across the block, the Brooklyn Nets, have to be a little jealous. They'd love to also bring a championship home to New York City. So, what's a team to do?

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 15

Mikel Brown Reportedly Drawing Interest From Clippers, Nets

While the Clippers have yet to decide what they’re going to do with the fifth overall pick in next week’s draft, including the possibility of trading down in the top 10, they have “serious interest” in selecting Mikel Brown, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.

Brooklyn Nets News / HITC / June 13