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NBA·TRANSACTION·July 10, 2026 05:13 PM ET

Nets hold Joshua Jefferson's debut pending Julius Randle trade close

Jefferson's debut waits on Randle trade to close.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 101 min read
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What happened: Joshua Jefferson's Nets debut remains on hold while Brooklyn awaits final completion of the Julius Randle trade. Jefferson's availability is tied directly to the deal clearing before he can join the active roster.

Why it matters: The delay shows how one trade can hold up an entire roster's setup — Jefferson's spot depends on Randle's move to Brooklyn being fully closed out before the Nets can finalize their offseason roster plans.

What to watch: Watch for confirmation once the Randle trade paperwork clears and whether Jefferson debuts immediately after.

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