The Brooklyn Nets are parting ways with Cam Thomas, waiving the 24-year-old guard and opening the door for him to hit the open market. Once he clears waivers, Thomas will be free to sign with any team, and you can bet there will be interest - especially from teams looking for an instant scoring punch off the bench.
Thomas, who signed a one-year, $6 million qualifying offer with Brooklyn last offseason, had been playing under that deal this season. In limited minutes, he's still managed to put up 15.6 points per game - a reminder of just how quickly he can heat up. He’s shooting 39.9% from the field, 32.5% from three, and 84.3% from the line, numbers that reflect both his scoring volume and room for efficiency improvement.
At just 24, Thomas has already carved out a reputation as a bucket-getter. He came into the league out of LSU with a scorer’s mentality, and that hasn’t changed. Through his career, he’s averaged 15.2 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game - solid production for a player who’s rarely been handed the keys to an offense.
One of the most memorable moments of his young career came back in February 2023, when he lit up the Clippers for a career-high 47 points. That game wasn’t just a flash in the pan - it was a glimpse of the kind of offensive ceiling Thomas brings when he’s in rhythm and given the green light.
The Nets’ decision to waive him suggests a shift in direction, perhaps prioritizing development, roster flexibility, or simply moving on from a player whose role may have plateaued in Brooklyn. But make no mistake: Thomas can score with the best of them when he gets going.
Now, the question becomes: where does he land next? Teams looking for microwave scoring - think second-unit offense or injury insurance - will likely be lining up. He’s still young, still developing, and in the right system, he could be a valuable piece.
For now, all eyes are on the waiver wire. And wherever Cam Thomas ends up, he’ll bring instant offense and the potential to erupt on any given night.