Who did Bruce Brown get traded to?

Bruce Brown Jr. is an elite two-way bench player who plays for the Toronto Raptors.

Brown's high school days at Wakefield, Massachusetts, and Vermont Academy in Saxtons River, Vermont, laid the foundation for his basketball career. His talents were further honed during his college stint at the University of Miami (Florida) from 2016 to 2018.

In the 2018 NBA Draft, the Detroit Pistons drafted Brown with the 42nd overall pick. Brown then transitioned from "Motown" to Brooklyn, and the two-year stint with the Nets marked a significant chapter in his career. With the Nets, Brown played alongside superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving who were later joined by James Harden.

Brown embraced the role of an off-the-bench impact player with open arms and made a notable impact on the floor. He showcased his hustle qualities and became a knockdown shooter and an athletic slasher on the court. He was a basketball version of “Swiss Army knife” on the court as he showcased his ability to contribute across the board while providing valuable minutes off the bench.

The next turning point of his career occurred in the 2022 offseason when Brown joined the Denver Nuggets. He continued to be an off-the-bench lynchpin in the Nuggets' title-winning run. Now, with the Indiana Pacers, Brown continues to carve his path in the NBA as an elite, versatile player who can impact the game on various fronts.

Bruce Brown Trade

Why did Bruce Brown leave the Nuggets?

Bruce Brown left the Denver Nuggets in the 2023 offseason because the Indiana Pacers were able to offer him significantly more money than the Nuggets. The Pacers offered a two-year $45 million contract to Brown, a salary the Nuggets could not match due to cap limitations.

This opportunity was too good to pass up for Brown. Having earned approximately $3 million a year in the first five years of NBA career, this was a chance for Brown to earn seven times more earnings in a single season. So, opting for the Pacers’ contract was a no-brainer for Brown.

Having already achieved success in the form of an NBA championship, Brown now sets off on the next chapter of his career as a player with championship experience, who can provide lots of value on the court.