26. Brooklyn Nets
This is become a habit for the Brooklyn Nets, unfortunately, over the last few seasons. And the hope is that this will end soon, especially considering they’re on track to be big players in free agency next summer.
However, for the time being, expect the Nets to have at least one more rough season before they try to work back into NBA relevancy. After re-signing Joe Harris and adding Kenneth Faried (via trade) this team will certainly be better on paper. The big question with this team remains with their young players.
And, most notably, D’Angelo Russell. Russell is entering year 4 of his young NBA career and he’s yet to show the promise that he flashed during his first few seasons at a consistent level with the Nets.
With his impending (restricted) free agency on the horizon, this year will represent a big opportunity for the former Buckeye.