Brooklyn Nets General Manager Sean Marks has been closely scouting top NBA draft prospects Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper, both standout freshmen at Rutgers University. Bailey, a forward, and Harper, a versatile guard, are among the leading talents in the 2025 draft class. Marks has attended multiple Rutgers games to evaluate them personally.
Despite the Nets’ rebuilding phase, Marks has emphasized competitive play over deliberate “tanking.” With four first-round picks in 2025, Brooklyn is positioned to secure high-level talent for its future roster development【6】【12】.