The closer the NBA Trade Deadline, the hotter Cameron Johnson becomes. One name is currently making waves in the trade market as the most coveted player, and that name is the Brooklyn Nets' versatile wing, Cam Johnson.
As the clock ticks down to the NBA Trade Deadline, the Nets must make a critical decision regarding their future with Johnson.
Cam Johnson: The Hottest Trade Candidate
Cameron Johnson's value has gone through the roof this season. A shooting specialist with a lot of defensive flexibility, he's the type of guy who can really help out when his team has one of those go-to stars, and he's caught a lot of teams' eyes in this playoff push, Sir Charles in Charge reports.
The Brooklyn Nets are receiving plenty of interest in Johnson and are seeking two first-round picks or a similar package featuring young talent in return, sources say.
This one could be a cost many might argue is too high for the third- or fourth-wheeled player on a strong contender, but the Nets are within their right to milk Johnson's high demand as much as they can. This season, he put in his career-best performances.
Will Any Team Meet Brooklyn's High Asking Price?
This decision places the ball squarely in the court of teams interested in him, who now have to weigh whether Johnson is worth the cost. Two first-round picks or equivalent assets would be a costly price for a non-star. However, because Johnson can both stretch the floor and guard multiple positions, he is attractive to contenders, the New York Post reports.
The question is, will anybody jump? For franchises desperate to upgrade their wing depth, say the teams at the fringes of contention, he could be that missing piece.
Brooklyn's Long Game: Playing for Keeps
The Nets are not in a hurry to trade Cameron Johnson. Rebuilding is a long-term process for them, and they might play it that way. Johnson is not in the last year of his contract, and Brooklyn has its flexibility.
If no team meets their asking price now, the Brooklyn Nets can revisit trade discussions in the offseason or even at next year's deadline. In doing so, Brooklyn can still maximize their return while evaluating Johnson's continued growth and performance.
"It's too early [to know] right now. He's doing a great job trying to get healthy, working every day, and being around with the group," coach Jordi Fernandez said, speaking about Johnson's availability for Sunday.
Johnson's Breakout Season Improves His Value
Cameron Johnson is having the best season of his career, playing efficiently on offense and having a more impactful defensive presence. His production has surely contributed to the Nets' high asking price.
However, there's always a risk of waiting. If Johnson starts declining or suffers some injuries, his trade value will decrease. For the Nets, the timing could be as important as what they receive.
Brooklyn's approach says that they want the right deal rather than rushing towards a decision. Whether they trade Johnson now or later, the Nets are making sure they extract every last bit of his value to use when trying to rebuild their team.
The following few weeks shall be telling if there is a blockbuster in the making or whether Cameron Johnson will stick in Brooklyn for the foreseeable future.
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