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The Denver Nuggets traded Michael Porter Jr. and a first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson, a move that has received mixed grades from national media, with many praising Johnson's fit and value while noting the high cost of trading Porter.
The Denver Nuggets traded Michael Porter Jr. and a 2032 unprotected first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson, aiming to improve cap flexibility and maintain a competitive roster after their first NBA championship, with the deal expected to finalize by July 6.
The Brooklyn Nets squandered Cam Johnson's impressive 37-point performance in a 113-98 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, largely due to 19 turnovers that led to a significant points deficit. Despite leading by five points with 10 minutes remaining, the Nets were outscored 33-13 in the final stretch, unable to counter the 76ers' late-game surge. The loss highlighted the Nets' need for better ball control and communication, especially in crucial moments.
In his first game as the Nets' interim head coach, Kevin Ollie made some eyebrow-raising decisions, including moving Cam Johnson to the bench and starting Ben Simmons with a mandate to attack the rim more. Dennis Schröder also came off the bench in his return to Toronto, facing personal challenges and adjusting to a new system. Ollie emphasized the need for Simmons to drive more and play with pace, as the Nets suffered a 121-93 defeat to the Raptors.
The Brooklyn Nets secured an impressive 116-112 road win against the Phoenix Suns, spoiling the debut of the Suns' Big 3. Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson, who were traded from the Nets, played a significant role in the victory. Bridges scored 21 points, while Johnson contributed 15 points and five rebounds. Cam Thomas led the Nets with 24 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, where they outscored the Suns and took the lead for good. Despite Kevin Durant's 27 points and Devin Booker's 34 points and 12 assists, the Nets' defense held Phoenix to 37.5 percent shooting in the fourth quarter.
Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson, former players for the Phoenix Suns, made an emotional return to Phoenix as members of the Brooklyn Nets. Both players expressed gratitude for their time with the Suns and the support they received from the fans. Despite the changes in the Suns' roster since their departure, Bridges and Johnson are focused on establishing a winning culture with the Nets. Bridges has seen a significant increase in his offensive role and scoring potential, while Johnson continues to contribute as a balanced and impactful player.
Brooklyn Nets forward Cam Johnson participated in a space draft with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, showcasing his interest in astronomy. The draft, shared on the Nets' TikTok account, involved Johnson and Tyson selecting various celestial bodies or events in a fantasy-style draft. Johnson playfully trolled Tyson by selecting Pluto, defending its status as a planet. Despite leaning more towards astronomy, Johnson held his own in the ad-hoc space draft.
Cam Johnson, a restricted free agent forward, has agreed to a four-year, $108 million deal to stay with the Brooklyn Nets. Johnson, known for his 3-and-D skills, will be a key part of the Nets' rebuild following last season's trades of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Alongside fellow former Sun Mikal Bridges, Johnson will join a strong core of contributors in Brooklyn as they aim to compete for a playoff spot next season.
The Brooklyn Nets face a must-win situation against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 4 of their first-round playoff matchup. Despite being down 0-3, the Nets have a chance to win with Joel Embiid unavailable. Cam Johnson and Cam Thomas will be key players for the Nets, who need to lessen the workload of their starters. Nic Claxton was ejected after dunking on Embiid, who was having the best game of his career up to that point.