Feb 7, 2023; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) shoots the ball as Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (24) defends during the second half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
The Brooklyn Nets reportedly turned down a mountain of draft picks for the centerpiece of their Kevin Durant haul.
According to HoopsHype’s Mike Scotto, the Grizzlies desperately tried to snatch two-way wing Mikal Bridges from Brooklyn’s hands by offering four first-round draft picks. It’s quite a haul for a player who has yet to make an All-Star appearance.