The Brooklyn Nets are gearing up for a significant trade ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline as they continue to pivot toward rebuilding. Following the trades of Dennis Schröder to the Golden State Warriors and Dorian Finney-Smith to the Los Angeles Lakers, Cam Johnson emerges as the most likely candidate to be shipped off, according to NBA insiders. The team's current strategy revolves around gathering future draft picks, with concerns previously raised about winning too many games potentially jeopardizing their chances of landing a top draft pick in 2025.

After a brief stretch of success, the Nets have struggled lately, losing 12 out of their last 16 games, culminating in a record low point—their 126-67 defeat against the Los Angeles Clippers marked the franchise's largest loss ever. Johnson, valued for his skillset and team-friendly contract, is being pursued by teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are looking to bolster their perimeter play. With Johnson enjoying a career season averaging nearly 20 points per game, his future with the Nets remains uncertain as they assess their options in a tumultuous season.