Terance Mann lands in Brooklyn, the oldest Net, embracing a leadership role as a rookie-rich roster arrives in 2025. The move signals a bridge between Mann’s prime and Brooklyn’s young core, with him pledging to teach winning habits and bolster team defense and floor spacing.

Last season Mann split time between Clippers and Hawks, averaging 7.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists on 49.6% shooting and 36.8% from three across 67 games. Brooklyn bets on his defense and versatility to stabilize the wing spots while rookie Drake Powell seizes developmental minutes alongside a hungry five-man draft class.