Nets Debut Historic Five First-Round Rookies in NBA Summer League

The Brooklyn Nets are making history with their 2025 draft class, which features a league-record five first-round picks from a single franchise: Egor Demin, Nolan Traore, Drake Powell, Ben Saraf, and Danny Wolf. This rookie quintet has been bonding ahead of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, with Wolf noting their aspiration to be considered the NBA's version of the iconic college Fab Five. Alongside the rookies, players like Etienne and Evbuomwan are also key contributors to the Nets' young core, bringing valuable experience and promising performances. Brooklyn's rebuilding strategy is well underway, positioning the team as a strong contender in the Eastern Conference, with a timeline similar to the Washington Wizards, their main rebuilding rival. Both teams have accumulated young talent and draft assets, aiming to advance quickly and potentially secure a play-in spot next season amid uncertainty in the conference. The Nets' progress is supported by general manager Sean Marks and head coach Jordi Fernandez, who are central to accelerating the team's development.