Colin Simmons

Colin Simmons

Joined: Jun 23, 2025

Colin Simmons, who hails from Omaha, NE, is currently studying journalism at the University of Missouri. He is the Sports Editor for the student newspaper 'The Maneater.'

Feb 20, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) tries to dunk the ball as Brooklyn Nets center Day'Ron Sharpe (20) defends during the second half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) celebrates a three-pointer during the first half of the SEC tournament championship game against Vanderbilt at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Feb 28, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks wing Billy Richmond III (24) goes up for a layup against Florida Gators center Rueben Chinyelu (9) during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images

Apr 3, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) dunks the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Mar 29, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) drives against Tennessee Volunteers forward Nate Ament (10) in the first half during an Elite Eight game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Nate Ament or Aday Mara could don Brooklyn's black and white next season.

Sep 23, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez (l) and general manager Sean Marks (r) speak at Media Day. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Brooklyn was among the top five teams that NBA players do not want to get traded to.

Dec 13, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges (1) and forward Cameron Johnson (2) are introduced before the game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Brooklyn has had a few high quality role players deliver varied performances in the 2026 Playoffs.

Feb 5, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Nolan Traore (88) shoots against Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) during the first quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

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The last three drafts haven't featured big names selected with the sixth overall pick.

Mar 21, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) drives against High Point Panthers guard Rob Martin (3) in the second half during a second-round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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The Nets are set to have three picks in the upcoming draft.

Apr 7, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Andre Jackson Jr. (44) and Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Saraf (77) compete for a rebound during the second half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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The Nets currently have the rights to the No. 6 pick.

Jan 23, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin (8) watches from the bench during double overtime against the Boston Celtics at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Nets had five rookies this season, all of whom received substantial playing time.

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon Jr. (0) drives the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The Nets fell to the sixth pick in the draft lottery.

Feb 22, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) celebrates with center Day'Ron Sharpe after scoring the game-winning shot against the Philadelphia 76ers as time expired in the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Where does the Brooklyn Nets most experienced group rank among the Atlantic Division?

Dec 23, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (21) dribbles against Philadelphia 76ers forward Jabari Walker (33) during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Where does the Brooklyn Nets young group rank among the Atlantic Division?

Nov 11, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forwards Ziaire Williams (1) and Jalen Wilson (22) fight for a loose ball against Toronto Raptors guard Ja'Kobe Walter (14) and forward Scottie Barnes (4) during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Where does the Brooklyn Nets deepest position group rank among the Atlantic Division?

Nov 18, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Terance Mann (14) controls the ball against Boston Celtics center Luka Garza (52) and guard Jaylen Brown (7) during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Where does the Brooklyn Nets complementary guard group rank among the Atlantic Division?