What to make of Cam Thomas’ 2024-25 campaign

Despite an 0-2 record, it’s hard to imagine how contested the Brooklyn Nets’ first two losses would have been had it not been for Cam Thomas’ contribution.

Granted, it’s a small sample size, but the 23-year-old is currently averaging 30 points, 5.5 rebounds and three assists per contest while connecting on 55.6 percent of his three-point attempts points. While those numbers likely aren’t sustainable, they signal what could be another year of improved production from the Nets guard.

Thomas has seen an increase in scoring average since arriving in the NBA, highlighted by a 12-point increase in his nightly average between the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons. Should he post another year of development at the end of this year, Thomas would not only position himself as the strongest Most Improved Player of the Year Candidate, but would likely earn himself a massive contract in the process.

Whether that payday will come from Brooklyn remains to be seen after the Nets opted not to secure an extension for Thomas before the Oct. 21 deadline. Earlier this month, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reported on Erik Slater’s “Bleav” podcast that there is “no baseline” on Thomas’ value around the league.

A continuation of the electric scorer’s hot start may help Brooklyn and its rivals reach a final conclusion about his value. Any negotiations must wait until the offseason, giving Thomas plenty of time to earn every dollar he can.

The Nets take on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks at Barclays Center tomorrow at 6pm EST.

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