Nets' Ochai Agbaji Excited for Fresh Start in Brooklyn

Newly acquired guard looks to build on breakout season with Raptors

Feb. 8, 2026 at 2:15pm

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Brooklyn Nets guard Ochai Agbaji, who was recently traded from the Toronto Raptors, expressed his excitement about joining the Nets organization and is eager to contribute with his defensive intensity and two-way play. Agbaji, 25, is coming off a career-best season with the Raptors where he averaged 10.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game while shooting 49.8% from the field and 39.9% from three-point range.

Why it matters

The trade for Agbaji provides the Nets with additional depth and perimeter defense as they look to solidify their roster ahead of the playoffs. Agbaji's ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor could make him a valuable role player for a Nets team with championship aspirations.

The details

Agbaji was acquired by the Nets at the trade deadline, with the Raptors looking to make other roster moves. Despite not playing in the Nets' win over the Wizards on Saturday, Agbaji is eager to showcase his skills, particularly on the defensive end, and build on his breakout campaign with the Raptors last season.

  • Agbaji was traded to the Nets during the 2026 NBA trade deadline on February 8.
  • Agbaji was available but did not play in the Nets' 127-113 win over the Washington Wizards on February 11.

The players

Ochai Agbaji

A 25-year-old guard who was recently traded from the Toronto Raptors to the Brooklyn Nets. Agbaji is coming off a career-best season with the Raptors where he averaged 10.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game.

Jordi Fernandez

The head coach of the Brooklyn Nets, known for playing a deep rotation of 10 players.

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What they’re saying

“It's been great. [It's] kind of been a whirlwind these past few days. But it feels like family out here in this organization.”

— Ochai Agbaji, Brooklyn Nets Guard (Nets Wire)

“My defense, and just the intensity that I play with and the intensity that I bring every single night. I'm always trying to win every single possession. That's just me as a player and what I bring.”

— Ochai Agbaji, Brooklyn Nets Guard (Nets Wire)

What’s next

Agbaji will look to earn playing time in the Nets' deep rotation and continue to showcase his defensive abilities and two-way impact as he settles in with his new team.

The takeaway

The addition of Ochai Agbaji provides the Brooklyn Nets with a versatile wing player who can contribute on both ends of the floor. Agbaji's defensive intensity and ability to make an impact without needing the ball in his hands could make him a valuable role player for a Nets team with championship aspirations.