Locked On Nets

On a recent Lowe Post podcast with Zach Lowe, Cam Thomas came up. Specifically Lowe commented on front office opinions of Thomas, saying some around the league were very low on his skillset. This was a not-all-that-surprising take considering Nets fans have seen this kind of polarization around Cam Thomas for years.Why do opinions trend this way and what is the actual truth for Cam Thomas? Will this season do anything to prove anyone right or wrong or will it be more of the same?Plus the Locked on Nets guys discuss Adrian Wojnarowski’s retirement. Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

How will the Brooklyn Nets trade either Cam Johnson or Dorian Finney-Smith? That’s been an operative question with both seemingly on the trade block, and yet still very much on the team. The Locked on Nets guys take a look around the league at some expiring contracts to see who could get moved for these guys.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Ben Simmons has been the lightning rod for the Nets fanbase since joining the team in the James Harden trade with Philadelphia. With the Nets in full tank mode, noted basketball trainer Chris Brickley has reported Ben Simmons is 100% healthy and ready to play at All-Star levels again. The guys discuss why this report lands different than those from agents or even the Nets organization, and if a healthy Ben Simmons would even move the needle on the upcoming season. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Not all tanks and rebuilds go poorly. Far from it. The Oklahoma City Thunder are an example of a team that reset things quickly and are now in contention. There are some similarities and some differences between their situation and the Brooklyn Nets. The Locked on Nets guys break down the situation, how the Thunder turned things around and what the Nets can learn from the situation.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Though it might go largely unnoticed this season because of how things are shaping up for the Brooklyn Nets, it stands to reason that Nic Claxton and Noah Clowney could form one of the league’s best defensive tandems. Their ability to switch 1-5, rim protect, and overall athleticism means the Nets have a lot to work with on the defensive end.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Cam Thomas is eligible for a contract extension heading into this season, but what will end up happening here for both him and the team? It’s an interesting situation, considering the Brooklyn Nets might not be interested in getting a deal done now, but Thomas is going into what could be a breakout year. He’s among the leaders in NBA scoring title odds could put up massive numbers. But how do teams see his overall value? And what do the Nets think about it?Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Jimmy Butler might have a future payday in mind and there are those floating out there that the Brooklyn Nets could be interested next season. Would Sean Marks ever consider a move like this with where the Nets are in their current rebuild?The Locked on Nets take a look at this recent story, why Jimmy Butler’s name is being thrown out there and other players in next year’s free agent class.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Turning the table(and questions) over the the Nets fanbase for a "Fan Take Friday" that hit all the right notes. The guys discuss - a healthy Ben Simmons season that forces Sean Marks to abandon the tank, if Cam Thomas is on the same career journey as Devin Booker, and a roster just good enough to flub the NBA draft away. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Locked on Nets continues to dive deeper into the 2025 NBA draft class. They’ve covered Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey, Dylan Harper, and Nolan Traore, among others. In this episode they focus on incoming Baylor freshman VJ Edgecombe.  The athleticism is clearly there for the guard/ wing with a defensive mindset that’s among the best in the class. How far can he rise in this draft?Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Locked on Nets continue to look at the upcoming draft class, where the Nets will vie for the top spot. After highlighting Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey, and Dylan Harper, they take a look at French point guard Nolan Traore. Traore has elite quickness and court vision and can already run the pick-and-roll. But what about the other elements of his game?Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

In their ongoing set of episodes, the Locked on Nets guy take a look at incoming Rutgers freshman Dylan Harper and how he compares on the draft board to Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey (covered in previous episodes).There’s a lot to love about Harper’s game as a point guard with size, vision, and defensive acumen. He’s drawn comparisons to Jalen Brunson for a number of different reasons. Do those comps make sense? The Locked on Nets guys break it all down.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Locked on Nets are taking an early look at the 2025 NBA draft. After covering Cooper Flagg on Tuesday, they turn their sights to Ace Bailey who, for now, is considered the #2 overall prospect in the class. But could that change? Bailey is another possible generational talent who is slated to play for Rutgers this season. He has measurable and athleticism that already translate to the NBA level and there is much room for growth as well.Plus the guys take a look at incoming Duke freshman Khaman Maluach.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Brooklyn Nets are headed into a new era and are solely focused on being bad this year. The reason? Cooper Flagg. The incoming freshman at Duke has long been a player projected to go #1 in this draft, and for good reason. He has seemingly everything you would want in an NBA player.The Locked on Nets guys break down Flagg’s game, why it already would translate to the NBA, and more. Plus, they look at Hugo Gonzalez.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

What are the expectations for Noah Clowney heading into this season, his second in the NBA. While the league as a whole might not be fully aware of the name yet, Nets fans had reason to get excited with Clowney’s emergence at the end of the season. He put up some highlight-reel defensive plays while also shooting more than 47% from three over the final seven games.Is he, right now, one of the best young prospects the Nets have had in years? It’s sure looking that way.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Brooklyn Nets enter the season light on scoring options after Cam Thomas. The Locked-on Nets guys go through the roster to see who can help fill in some of the scoring voids on this team. How will the offense operate, and who will step up? Dennis Schroder? Trendon Watford? Who else on this roster is set to get more shots and more opportunity?Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

This could be a make or break season for Ben Simmons who enters the final year of his contract with the Brooklyn Nets. Will he be able to return to his former, All-NBA self after another back surgery? Or could we be looking at the final season for a guy who used to be among the best players in the league?It’s all on the table, but there are reasons to think this season sets up almost perfectly for Simmons if a comeback is truly in the range of outcomes.Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Looking at the schedule release for the. Brooklyn Nets and how quickly the Nets could be at the bottom of the league. Even in an understood tanking season, the Nets will need leadership and. Dennis Schroder has been very focal in his desire to stay in Brooklyn. 2024 could be the best showcase of his ability on the court and in the locker room.  Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchise www.wegotnets.com Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Adam takes a look at key stats from a year ago for Brooklyn and where a clear void as been created following the trade of Mikal Bridges and departure of Dennis Smith Jr. If Cam Thomas is ready to take the next leap, both he and the Nets will need to focus on key areas of the offensive system. Adam highlights the key stats, and critical roles of the front court roster in Cam Thomas' growthGet a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchise www.wegotnets.com Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

It appears there is still, very much, a market for Cam Johnson with a number of teams apparently still in the mix for the Nets wing. But what will Sean Marks do here? It doesn’t seem like there is any rush and that gives Marks some power in the negotiations.Plus, Stephen Curry and Lebron James lead Team USA in a comeback win over Nikola Jokic and Serbia to reach the Gold Medal game. Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The new-look Brooklyn Nets have a lot of questions heading into this season and one of them will be around Day’Ron Sharpe’s role within the team. He showed improvement in a number of areas last season, but there was also the confusing stretch at the end where he didn’t play all that much.So, what is the plan with Day’Ron Sharpe going into this season? Will he have a chance to break out or get buried again?Get a Free Nets eBook, with stories from the franchisewww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…