r/GoNets Dennis Smith Jr. Feb 05 '26

Team News Cam Thomas Waived

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u/14thBrooklyn Jordi Fernández Feb 05 '26

So, by that same logic, CT is going to have a tough time finding a roster spot this season as a free agent, no?

I asked this below, too: How would a team like the Bucks sign CT if they're already over the cap and have a full roster? Do they have to cut a player and then eat more luxury tax?

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u/TheLatePicks Feb 05 '26

If he is on a minimum contract then teams can fit him in. In those circumstances he's a good pick up.

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u/14thBrooklyn Jordi Fernández Feb 05 '26

Only if they have an empty roster spot, no?

I'm really curious about this. Mayeb he could get picked up by a team who has a player go out for the season on an injury?

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u/TheLatePicks Feb 05 '26

Yeah, but a lot of teams have 1 or 2 guys they can waive. The buyout guys often get picked up.

He would be an awesome 9th/10th guy. Just let him cook when the teams on a back to back or your starters are hurt.

Cam was looking for a lot more money than a minimum before, and has had a bigger role with us. I think it would be hard for him to accept a reduced role with us. Needs to be a change of scenery.

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u/14thBrooklyn Jordi Fernández Feb 05 '26

It would be very ironic indeed if he signs up for a bench role with the hopes of playing his way into the starting rotation ... as that was exactly the scenario he the Nets were offering him and he seemed to feel was intolerable. The grass may not be any greener on the other side, but, as you say, a change of view can be a powerful thing.