The Brooklyn Nets have officially released Bojan Bogdanovic, who will miss the remainder of the season following foot surgery. In his absence, the Nets have secured Killian Hayes on a 10-day contract. Hayes, previously a member of the Detroit Pistons, had a standout season in the G League with the Long Island Nets, averaging 20 points and leading the league in steals per game.

Despite Hayes' impressive stats at the G League level, transitioning to the NBA will pose a challenge, particularly with the Nets now adding Tyrese Martin to their guard rotation, creating a competitive environment for playing time. Hayes must compete not only with Martin but also with Jalen Wilson, Zaire Williams, and Keon Johnson.