The Brooklyn Nets have maintained a firm stance on their valuation of Cam Johnson in ongoing trade discussions, sources informed ESPN.
The team has set a high asking price for the 28-year-old forward and remains confident in keeping him on the roster beyond the February 6 trade deadline if those demands are not met.
However, despite their willingness to hold onto Johnson, league insiders and decision-makers widely believe he is the player most likely to be traded by the Nets before the deadline.
While the Nets have shown a steadfast approach with Johnson, they have been more flexible in trade talks involving other players.
Recently, the organization has eased its demands for Dennis Schroder and Dorian Finney-Smith, signaling a readiness to move forward with potential deals for those players.
Johnson’s trade value is further underscored by his strong performance this season.
The forward, who is currently in the first year of a three-season contract worth approximately $65 million, is enjoying a career-best campaign.
He is averaging 19.4 points per game and shooting an impressive 41.9% from three-point range, making him one of the league’s more reliable perimeter threats.
However, a recent ankle injury has limited Johnson’s playing time over the past few weeks.
This development has raised questions from rival teams, some of whom suspect the Nets may be managing his minutes more as a precautionary measure than out of genuine necessity.
Speculation suggests this could be an effort to safeguard his health and maximize his trade value as negotiations heat up ahead of the deadline.
As the clock ticks toward February 6, the Nets face a delicate balancing act.
They must weigh the long-term benefits of retaining a player of Johnson’s caliber against the possibility of securing a favorable trade package that could align with their broader goals.
Nets Comfortable Keeping Cam Johnson Beyond Deadline If Trade Price Isn't Met https://t.co/4mbf8m5QIV
— RealGM (@RealGM) January 24, 2025
