Brooklyn Nets: 5 offseason roster moves they need to make

The Brooklyn Nets had the season that they have been looking forward to since they signed Kevin Durant to a deal despite him being out due to his Achilles injury. This paired him with the talents of Kyrie Irving who signed at the same time as Durant.

While this pair of superstars is dangerous, the Nets shook the entire of the NBA when they won the James Harden sweepstakes. This meant that they became one of the best offensive teams the game has seen. Adding Harden meant that the Nets automatically became contenders.

The Nets had to give up the young talents of Jarrett Allen, Caris LeVert, and Rodions Kurucs. They also mortgaged the future of the franchise by sending their first-round picks in 2022, 2024, and 2026 to the Rockets. They have also given the Rockets the option to swap their 2021, 2023, and 2025 first-round picks.

The Brooklyn Nets lost their second-round matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Here are five offseason moves they need to make to take the next step.

Outside of the massive Harden trade, the Nets did what they could to ensure a successful season. They signed the veteran Jeff Green as a free agent as well as signing Joe Harris to a four-year, $72 million deal which is a tremendous reward for the service Harris has given to the Nets.

The Nets also managed to acquire Bruce Brown and Landry Shamet via trade prior to the season beginning which set them up for a playoff berth. These goals were adjusted higher when they acquired Harden and then the Nets claimed Blake Griffin off waivers.

When they also claimed LaMarcus Aldridge off waivers, they looked hard to stop. Unfortunately, Aldridge had to retire due to health reasons which left a bit of a hole in the Nets roster. With all this in mind, let’s take a look at the five offseason roster moves the Brooklyn Nets need to make.