The Brooklyn Nets are gearing up for their return to the court this Thursday after the NBA All-Star Break, and all eyes are on a new addition to their roster. As they face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, there's a buzz around the potential for increased minutes for a player who arrived just before the break.
Ochai Agbaji, who joined the Nets from the Toronto Raptors, is one of the fresh faces looking to make an impact. Alongside fellow newcomers Josh Minott and Hunter Tyson, Agbaji is eager to prove his worth. He got a taste of action with 16 minutes against the Indiana Pacers, contributing two assists and six rebounds, though he didn’t score.
With Nic Claxton sidelined, the Nets’ lineup dynamics are shifting, opening up opportunities for Agbaji to step up. Head coach Jordi Fernandez may lean on him more heavily as he adjusts his rotations.
Agbaji is focused on rediscovering his form and making his mark in Brooklyn. "For me, it’s about getting back to myself and who I know I can be,” he shared. “That’s super important in this league, and it’s what I work for and what I’m trying to show again."
Known for his defensive prowess and relentless intensity, Agbaji is ready to bring his A-game. "I’m always trying to win every possession," he said.
"That’s who I am as a player. I know I have a lot more to show."
Reflecting on his time with the Raptors, Agbaji remains positive about the experience but is eager to build on it with the Nets. "I had a great season last year and I’m trying to build on that," he noted. "My time in Toronto was great, but I’m looking forward to what I can do here.”
With Minott and rookie Ben Saraf assigned to the G-League, Agbaji’s role against the Cavs could be even more crucial. It’s game day, and Agbaji is ready to seize the moment.