Brooklyn Notes: Minott Fights For Minutes; Wolf, Brown Address Ankle Issues
Josh Minott re-signed with Brooklyn on a two-year, $9MM contract but is not assured a rotation spot, coach Jordi Fernandez said. Danny Wolf will wear braces on both ankles this season after an ankle sprain ended his rookie campaign in March. Mikel Brown Jr. is recovering from an ankle sprain and has been cleared for some contact.
Josh Minott re-signed with Brooklyn on a two-year, $9 million deal, yet coach Jordi Fernandez indicated minutes are not promised. The 6-foot-8 forward arrived from Boston before last season’s trade deadline and averaged 10.8 points and 2.5 rebounds across 16 games. He spent his first three NBA seasons with Minnesota.
Danny Wolf will wear braces on both ankles after a sprain ended his rookie year on March 22. Mikel Brown Jr. missed a preseason game but has resumed contact work. He told fans at Fan Fest he believes the team can surprise people.
These injury updates may matter most to Brooklyn fans, fantasy players, and young athletes who follow ankle prevention. If Wolf’s braces and Brown’s recovery help them stay available, the team’s rotation and entertainment value could improve. The attention may also normalize preventive ankle support in youth and recreational basketball, though individual medical decisions should remain with professionals.