As the NBA season progresses into 2025, the Brooklyn Nets are looking to the draft after a challenging 14-27 start, placing them 12th in the Eastern Conference. The franchise is focusing on rebuilding, opting to trade away veteran players and accumulate draft picks to secure a stronger future.
For the 2025 NBA Draft, the Nets are poised to benefit significantly, likely owning four first-round picks. This includes their own pick, returned from the Houston Rockets in a trade from June 2024, along with selections from the Rockets, New York Knicks, and Milwaukee Bucks.
According to a recent mock draft by Jonathan Wasserman, the Nets are expected to select Jeremiah Fears, a standout freshman point guard from Oklahoma. Fears has emerged as one of the most dynamic guards this season, averaging 16.6 points and 4.3 assists. His impressive skills have led scouts to believe he possesses top-five potential in the draft.
Despite a three-point shooting percentage of 27.9%, doubts linger about his shooting prowess in a primary role, but his performances, especially a notable 30-point game against Michigan, indicate significant upside. Pairing Fears with Cam Thomas could establish a formidable backcourt as the Nets aim to build a competitive roster moving forward.
