The Brooklyn Nets are set to kick off 2025 with significant roster changes, highlighted by the arrivals of D’Angelo Russell and Maxwell Lewis. Acquired in a trade with the Los Angeles Lakers, the duo replaces Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Russell expressed excitement about returning to Brooklyn, a place he knows well, which he believes will ease his transition back to the team.

This marks Russell's second tenure with the Nets, where he previously played from 2017 to 2019, earning an All-Star selection during that period. His current season stats show an average of 12.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game.

Despite the excitement, head coach Jordi Fernandez has yet to confirm if either Russell or Lewis will play in their upcoming game against the Toronto Raptors due to their limited practice time. Additionally, the Nets have signed Tosan Evbuomwan to a two-way contract, further reshaping their roster.