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Nets Trade Johnson for Porter Jr., Face Backlash

7/9/2025

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In a bold move, the Brooklyn Nets have sent Cameron Johnson to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Michael Porter Jr. and a coveted 2032 first-round pick. This trade has drawn sharp criticism from Bill Simmons, who labeled it one of the decade's worst. As the Nets embark on a rebuilding journey, they are eyeing top prospects for the 2026 draft, with a modest win total set at 21.5 games.

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In a bold move, the Brooklyn Nets have sent Cameron Johnson to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Michael Porter Jr. and a coveted 2032 first-round pick. This trade has drawn sharp criticism from Bill Simmons, who labeled it one of the decade's worst. As the Nets embark on a rebuilding journey, they are eyeing top prospects for the 2026 draft, with a modest win total set at 21.5 games.