Cam Thomas Eager to Join Bucks After Years of Interest

Former Nets forward says Milwaukee has been trying to acquire him for years

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Cam Thomas, the former Brooklyn Nets forward, is excited to begin a new chapter with the Milwaukee Bucks. Thomas, who was recently waived by the Nets, says the Bucks have been interested in him for years and that played a big role in his decision to sign with the team. He feels embraced by his new teammates and organization and can't wait to get on the court and help the Bucks win.

Why it matters

Thomas is a talented young player who showed All-Star potential with the Nets, averaging over 21 points per game over the last three seasons. His addition to the Bucks could provide a scoring boost and depth to a team that is already a contender in the Eastern Conference.

The details

Thomas said the Bucks' front office told him they've been trying to acquire him for years, which was a major factor in his decision to sign with Milwaukee. He also spoke highly of his conversations with Bucks head coach Doc Rivers and said he feels he can blend in well with the team and contribute right away. Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez praised Thomas' work ethic and competitiveness during his time in Brooklyn, even though the team ultimately decided to waive him.

  • Thomas was waived by the Nets last week.
  • Thomas is set to make his Bucks debut in Monday's matchup against the Magic.

The players

Cam Thomas

A 24-year-old forward who was recently waived by the Brooklyn Nets after averaging over 21 points per game for them over the last three seasons.

Jordi Fernandez

The head coach of the Brooklyn Nets, who praised Thomas' work ethic and competitiveness during his time with the team.

Doc Rivers

The head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, who had great conversations with Thomas that helped convince him to sign with the team.

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What they’re saying

“It's new beginnings. Happy for the opportunity. Happy that everybody is embracing me. Everybody's happy that I'm here. Everybody wanted me. So, I feel great. Can't wait to get on the court and help win. The front office told me that they always wanted me, always called about me, been trying to get me here for years. So, that definitely plays a part in your decision to go somehwere. I really felt wanted by the guys.”

— Cam Thomas, Forward (Clutchpoints)

“That's probably a question for management, because my job is to coach the team on the floor. Obviously, there's communication between management and the coaching staff, and we're on the same page, but I'm not going to speak for Sean [Marks]. When Cam was here, he was part of us, he wore our jersey, he played hard, and competed. The only thing I can say is thanks for all the time he spent with us… I've already told you guys what type of player I thought that I wanted to see. He always worked and tried and was a teammate here. Now it's exciting for him to start somewhere else. We just wish him luck and say thanks for wearing our jersey.”

— Jordi Fernandez, Head Coach (Clutchpoints)

What’s next

Thomas is set to make his Bucks debut in Monday's matchup against the Magic.

The takeaway

Cam Thomas' decision to sign with the Bucks was an easy one, as the team has been interested in him for years and he feels embraced by the organization. His addition could provide a scoring boost to a Bucks team that is already a contender in the Eastern Conference.