Mikel Brown Set for Nets NBA Debut Following Preseason Injury

Brooklyn Nets rookie Mikel Brown, the No. 6 overall pick, is set to make his NBA debut in Wednesday's season opener against the Charlotte Hornets. After missing the first three preseason games due to a rolled left ankle, Brown returned for the preseason finale against Miami, posting 18 points, three assists, three rebounds, and two steals in 18 minutes. Head coach Jordi Fernández has not revealed if Brown's minutes limit will be relaxed.