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What's Happening?
The Brooklyn Nets have signed free agent guard Yuri Collins to a one-year standard contract with a partial guarantee of $85,300. This move is part of a series of similar agreements by the Nets, including recent contracts with David Muoka and D’Andre Davis. Collins, a 6-foot point guard, went undrafted out of St. Louis in 2023 and has since played in the NBA G League with the Santa Cruz Warriors. During the 2024-25 season, Collins significantly increased his usage rate, averaging 13.7 points, 10.2 assists, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game. He also led the G League in assists per game last season. Collins had a brief stint in the NBA with the Golden State Warriors, appearing in two games after signing a 10-day contract in February. The contracts for Collins, Muoka, and Davis are expected to function similarly to Exhibit 10 contracts, with all three likely joining the Long Island Nets for the upcoming season.
Why It's Important?
The signing of Yuri Collins and similar deals are strategic moves by the Brooklyn Nets to manage their salary cap effectively. By offering partial guarantees, the Nets ensure their team salary remains above the minimum salary floor, a crucial financial strategy as they are currently the only NBA team operating below the cap. This approach allows the Nets to maintain financial flexibility while also securing potential talent for their G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets. For Collins, this contract represents an opportunity to further develop his skills and potentially secure a more permanent position in the NBA. The move also highlights the importance of the G League as a developmental platform for undrafted players like Collins, who have shown potential but need more experience to transition to the NBA.
What's Next?
Yuri Collins is expected to join the Long Island Nets for the 2025-26 season, where he will continue to hone his skills in the G League. The partial guarantee in his contract will count against the Nets' salary cap, but it also positions the team to meet the minimum salary requirements. As the season progresses, Collins will aim to leverage his performance in the G League to earn another opportunity in the NBA. The Nets will continue to monitor their salary cap situation and may make further roster adjustments to optimize their financial and competitive standing.
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