Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. comes to Brooklyn with one role to be a star in: being a defensive stalwart guard. After coming to the Nets on a one-year deal, Smith Jr. has the opportunity to show that he can be an asset to Brooklyn at the guard spot.
The Nets lost a lot of guard depth this offseason as impactful players like Joe Harris and Seth Curry went elsewhere. However, with the way that Brooklyn has been rebuilding the roster this summer with players that are athletic and versatile, Smith Jr. fits that bill perfectly and could surprise some people this season.
Now that training camp is close enough to build excitement across the league, it’s almost time for Smith Jr. to show how he has improved his game this offseason. Here’s three goals that Smith Jr. can strive for to see if he can earn a sizable spot in the rotation: