The Brooklyn Nets are clearly leaning into their rebuild-and they’re doing it with purpose. After adding Ochai Agbaji from the Raptors on Wednesday, Sean Marks and his front office stayed aggressive on Thursday, pulling off two more deals that bring in young, developmental talent in Hunter Tyson and Josh Minott.
Let’s break down the moves.
**First up: Hunter Tyson. ** The Nets acquired the 6-foot-8 forward from the Denver Nuggets along with a 2032 second-round pick.
In return, Brooklyn is sending out the less favorable of a 2026 second-rounder via the Clippers or Hawks. That’s a low-risk, long-view play for a guy who’s still trying to find his NBA footing.
Tyson’s numbers this season don’t jump off the page-2.2 points and 1.7 rebounds per game across 21 appearances, and he’s shooting just 21.2% from three. But this is a classic swing on a developmental piece.
He’s in his third NBA season, and while he hasn’t carved out a consistent role in Denver’s rotation, Brooklyn offers something different: opportunity. The Nets can afford to give him real minutes and see if there’s more to unlock in his game, especially in a system that’s prioritizing youth and upside.
**The second move brings in Josh Minott from Boston. ** Now this one’s a bit more intriguing in terms of immediate impact.
Minott has seen more consistent floor time this season-33 games with 10 starts-and he’s producing 5.8 points and 3.6 rebounds per game while shooting a solid 44.2% from deep. That kind of efficiency from beyond the arc, even on modest volume, is something the Nets can work with.
At 6-foot-6 with good athleticism and a developing offensive game, Minott fits the mold of a modern wing who can potentially defend multiple positions and stretch the floor. He’s averaging just under 16 minutes per game, but with Brooklyn’s current roster makeup, he could see an uptick in responsibility. Again, it’s about giving young players the reps they need to grow-and if Minott continues trending upward, this could be a sneaky-good pickup.
Both moves signal the same thing: Brooklyn’s front office is focused on building a foundation, not chasing short-term wins. They’re collecting assets, taking low-risk bets on young talent, and positioning themselves for future flexibility.
With the trade deadline clock ticking down, it wouldn’t be surprising to see one more move before the buzzer. But even if these are the final deals, the message is clear-the Nets are playing the long game, and they’re doing it with intention.