Brooklyn Nets Set NBA Record With Five First-Round Draft Picks

The Brooklyn Nets made history at the 2025 NBA Draft by becoming the first team ever to use five first-round picks in a single draft, a move that surprised many who expected the team to trade these picks for established players. The Nets currently hold the 8th, 19th, 22nd, 26th, and 27th picks, acquired through a series of trades, including a notable three-team deal that brought Terance Mann to Brooklyn without the team giving up assets. Despite the record-setting number of high picks, the Nets chose to draft rookies such as Egor Demin, Nolan Traore, Drake Powell, Ben Saraf, and Danny Wolf, signaling a continued rebuild rather than an immediate push for contention. Analysts note the roster now features many pass-first players with limited shooting, raising questions about the team's future strategy and competitiveness in the Eastern Conference. Some see potential in certain draft picks like Michigan's Danny Wolf, a seven-footer with guard skills, though the overall draft approach is seen as risky and uncertain. Brooklyn's unique draft position offers them flexibility and power, but it remains unclear how they will leverage this to improve their fortunes in upcoming seasons.