Brooklyn Nets' Guard Building Offensive Arsenal in Search of Defined Role

Martin was in the gym recently trying to diversify his scoring skillset. He was primarily a three-point shooter for Brooklyn last year, 4.7 of his 7.8 average per game shot attempts coming from beyond the arc.

He shot 35.1% from three-point range this past season and aims to improve as an outside shooter off the dribble, as evidenced by his film. During his workout video, Martin also demonstrated a slow euro-step in the lane, a move that is becoming popularized among talented players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Andrew Nembhard.

Teams know that he is looking for his outside shot and he seems to be looking to take advantage of that come the new season. Last season, 188 of his 282 three-point attempts were taken from above the break. In his recent film sessions, he has been working on using shot fakes to create driving opportunities from both the top of the key and the wings.

In ESPN's projected depth chart for the Nets, Martin is in a reserve role at shooting guard behind Terance Mann and Cam Thomas. At this time, Thomas has yet to reach a contract agreement with Brooklyn and is projected to play out the season on his qualifying offer.

Martin possesses positional versatility and is more likely to play small forward. This position is expected to be filled by Ziaire Williams, Jalen Wilson, and Noah Clowney— a young group that remains less proven.

As one of the few pure shooters and scorers on the Nets' roster, Martin's focus on improving this aspect of his game will enhance his chances for meaningful playing time.