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3 'Dark Horses' for Nets' Cam Johnson Trade

The Brooklyn Nets could seek a trade for veteran Cam Johnson.
Jeremy Brener|
Feb 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets forward Cam Johnson (2) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets forward Cam Johnson (2) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports | Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

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The NBA is settling into the second half of its offseason and the Brooklyn Nets will have a couple decisions to make in regards to the franchise's future.

After trading Mikal Bridges to the New York Knicks and getting control back of their next two draft picks from the Houston Rockets, the Nets are in business to fully invest in the future. That could result in more trades, including for a player like veteran forward Cam Johnson.

Johnson, 28, averaged 13.4 points and 4.3 rebounds per game this past season in 58 appearances for the Nets. He has the chance to be better if and when he gets healthy, but it may end up being for a different team. Johnson will likely be one of the top players for the Nets should he stay, which is all the more reason why Brooklyn should shop him around.

According to New York Post writer Brian Lewis, three teams considered "dark horses" for Johnson are the Golden State Warriors, San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors.

All three of those teams are in need of shooting help in the frontcourt, and Johnson provides that at a high level for a role player. If any of those teams come with a generous offer, the Nets should consider taking the deal.

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JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener.

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