Life After Cam Thomas
If the Nets move Thomas, shot creation will dry up, and spacing will become life or death. Without bold moves, Brooklyn risks sinking into the league’s basement on offense, at least for this year.
Add one shooter, and you get some relief. Add two, and the whole offense shifts. Add three, and suddenly, teams have to guard the Nets differently.
Brooklyn’s shooting problem isn’t just a bad stretch. It’s the team’s ceiling right now. With Thomas’ future up in the air, the front office doesn’t have time to wait. The market has answers. The Nets need to go and get them.
The Last Word
Brooklyn’s poor three-point shooting isn’t just an odd statistic; it’s a serious issue. And with Cam Thomas’ status uncertain about staying on the team, addressing it feels even more pressing. The Athletic points out that there are options on the market, and the Nets genuinely need the skills those players offer.
So, what’s next? They could target free agents like Dosunmu or Grimes, take a bigger chance on Mathurin, or make a bold move for Barrett. Either way, the direction is clear.
In today’s NBA, you can’t compete if you can’t shoot. For the Nets, improved shooting isn’t just a bonus. It’s absolutely essential.
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