Brooklyn Nets Host Tennessee Guard Chaz Lanier For Predraft Workout

The Brooklyn Nets are preparing for the 2025 NBA Draft with five picks and are hosting predraft workouts to evaluate prospects, including Tennessee guard Chaz Lanier. Lanier, known as one of the best shooters in the draft class with a 39.5% three-point shooting percentage, is considered a likely second-round pick and a potential target for the Nets with their 36th overall pick. He averaged 18 points per game last season and earned accolades such as the Wooden All-American and All-SEC honors. Meanwhile, Danny Marang notes that prospect Asa Newell has gained nearly 20 pounds since last year, and teams appreciate his frame and mobility, which could make him an intriguing player. The Minnesota Timberwolves have limited financial flexibility but possess valuable contracts, including Rudy Gobert's pay cut after his Defensive Player of the Year award and Jaden McDaniels' rookie extension, which is retradeable. Additionally, longtime NBA figure Welts highlighted the league's recent positive reversal of fortune, with fans renewing their support following significant trades.