Nets roll the dice on Mikel Brown Jr. at No. 6 to spark rebuild
Louisville’s one-and-done guard lands Brooklyn’s highest pick since 2010 and vows to make the move permanent.

with the sixth overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the franchise’s highest selection since 2010. Brown, a 19-year-old guard, averaged 18 points, 5 assists, and 3 rebounds in his lone college season, showcasing the scoring and playmaking profile Brooklyn craves. 6 underscores their pivot toward youth and upside.






















