Cam Johnson, the Brooklyn Nets’ priority in the offseason

Cam Johnson could be one of the top free agents on the market this summer. At 27, the strong winger of the Brooklyn Nets, who arrived with Mikal Bridges in the transfer of Kevin Durantwill in any case be the priority of his franchise.

“Jacque Vaughn and I spoke to him this morning”has explained Sean Marksthe director of operations, on Sunday. “We hope he will be back. He is a great person on and off the pitch. […] He brings a lot to our group.”

With averages of 16.6 points and 4.8 rebounds at 46.8% shooting, including 37.2% three-pointers, position 4 is one of the cornerstones of the current workforce. With most of their major players under contract next year, re-signing Johsnon stands as Brooklyn’s biggest offseason challenge. “It’s a big priority for us, there’s no doubt about it.”confirmed Marks.

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Cam Johnson at the Nets, a financial question above all

Since he is a “restricted” free agent, the Nets will be able to match offers from competitors to keep their player. The question will therefore be that of the price, Cameron Johnson being able to claim a nice increase at the end of his rookie contract.

The former North Carolina nugget had already turned down the Suns’ four-year, $72 million offer before his transfer. A good indicator of his expectations. According to the New York Post, he could ask for $80 million to $90 million over four years — a deal similar to the one Mikal Bridges signed in Phoenix.

If his team isn’t ready to comply with his request, another probably will. The Rockets, who have a lot of room for maneuver this summer, are among the franchises interested.

“I will do what my family, my representatives and myself will judge best for my future. Whether it’s here or elsewhere, I can’t say”explained Cam Johnson during his last press conference of the season. “All I can say is that I have learned to appreciate the people here and it means a lot to me. But I haven’t made a decision yet.”

If Johnson is the Nets’ priority, the Nets also seem to be Johnson’s priority. He who assures “feel good in New York” n’a “Never played a game in the NBA without [Mikal Bridges]literally” and would like to stay with her “twin”. “So the possibility of continuing to play with him will be very important”he said.

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