Brooklyn Nets Jersey History No. 1: Sundiata Gaines (2011-12)
In the first season as the Brooklyn Nets
The Nets moved to Brooklyn in 2012, and Sundiata Gaines was one of the first players to wear the new jersey. He played in 52 games that season, starting 13 of them. Gaines averaged 5.4 points and 2.3 assists per game.
Gaines played in the NBA for seven seasons
Gaines played for the Nets, Grizzlies, and Pistons during his NBA career. He averaged 4.7 points and 2.1 assists per game.
Gaines was a key player for the Nets in their first season in Brooklyn
Gaines was a valuable contributor to the Nets in their first season in Brooklyn. He provided scoring and playmaking off the bench, and he was a solid defender.
The Nets finished the 2011-12 season with a 22-44 record, but Gaines was a bright spot on the team. He showed that he could be a valuable player in the NBA, and he helped the Nets build a foundation for the future.