The Brooklyn Nets, led by general manager Sean Marks, made the unexpected decision to forgo any deals or last-minute sleight-of-hand moves in the run-up to the NBA draft. The Nets picked Noah Clowney from the University of Alabama as the 21st overall choice at the Barclays Center. Clowney adds defensive prowess, shot-blocking skills, and versatility to the team. He is 6′ 9″ tall with a 7’3″ wingspan. With the very next pick in the first round, the Nets continued their successful draft night by selecting Duke University’s Dariq Whitehead. Whitehead gives the club depth and versatility by contributing his agility, scoring prowess, and defensive toughness. The addition of these newly drafted talents undoubtedly strengthens the Net’s championship hopes.
Meanwhile, a 26-year-old Nets Star has his priorities sorted out; he has his eyes locked on his “twin”. After making his demands clear, he left the NBA world melting over a wholesome clip that went viral.
A 26-year-old Nets Star wants his twin on the team!
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Now that the NBA draft is done, the Brooklyn Nets are now concentrating on free agency. Their top priority is to keep restricted free agent Cam Johnson on their roster, a sentiment strongly echoed by his “twin” and teammate, Mikal Bridges. As a restricted free agent, Johnson can negotiate with other teams, but the Nets have the right to match any offer sheet he receives. Bridges, who shares a strong bond with Johnson, referred to as “The Twins” during their time playing together in Phoenix Suns, is actively advocating for Johnson to remain in Brooklyn.
He said to The New York Post, ?I mean, I just know a lot of people probably want him on different teams. I just tell him, I?ll just be like ?I know money and this and that, but just know where I want you. And you can?t leave your Twin!?”
Johnson, who was traded to the Nets in exchange for Kevin Durant, is anticipated to receive a hefty contract offer. However, his contract depends on how many offers he will receive and whether the Nets will agree to match them.
Meanwhile, an adorable video of Mikal Bridges’ interaction with a young fan went viral.
Mikal Bridges recently participated in a meet and greet where he encountered a young fan who couldn’t contain his excitement while meeting his hero. He had a huge grin plastered onto his face.
Fan is super happy to meet Mikal Bridges pic.twitter.com/AEMi77mbu3
— Kristian Winfield (@Krisplashed) June 24, 2023
It was a truly wholesome moment between a young fan and an athlete who he looked up to.
Bridges has clearly become a favorite among fans. And the fans on NBA Twitter are also smitten by this interaction.
NBA World reacts to the wholesome interaction
The wholesome interaction between Mikal Bridges and the young boy went viral on social media. Many took to Twitter to share what they thought about it.
A fan tweeted, “Beautiful.”
Beautiful pic.twitter.com/7EsSBOJtzy
— HBA (@HBAcrypto) June 24, 2023
Other reactions include:
This is truly what it’s all about. 👏🏻 @mikal_bridges https://t.co/B9vGbw2bVi
— Ton Arellano (@ArellanoTon) June 24, 2023
This makes my heart smile what an awesome moment 😊
— Khris (@KtheZonaFanatic) June 24, 2023
This made my day
— Go DBacks (@DBacksDad) June 24, 2023
A fan even stated that they have never met an NBA fan who didn’t like Bridges
https://twitter.com/j__blogs/status/1672646545249042437?s=20
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greatest nets player in history i fear https://t.co/x0xIZZGyYO
— #RIPKobe (@TruChainz_) June 24, 2023
How cute!
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