"Brooklyn Nets star Cam Thomas is expected to undergo an MRI on his injured hamstring later this week, head coach Jordi Fernandez divulged. The test will provide a more tangible timetable as to when the 24-year-old might return to action, having already missed the last month due to this injury. Thomas strained his left hamstring early on in the Nets' Nov. 5 matchup against the Indiana Pacers, making it the fourth time in the last year he has aggravated that specific area. He was limited to just 25 games last season due to injury issues."
"When Thomas is on the court, there is no denying that he is the Nets' engine. In seven full games this season, he is averaging 24.4 points and 2.9 assists. Granted, it did little to help Brooklyn in the win column, as it went 0-7 in those games. Without Thomas in the lineup, they are 4-9 not much better, but their defensive rating has seen a noticeable uptick."
"Even when Thomas returns, his place within the organization will remain in question. While he is a clear complement to Michael Porter Jr., he turned down a two-year, $30 million contract extension with a team option offer this summer. He instead took a qualifying offer that pays him just below $6 million this season. While he has a full no-trade clause, meaning he would have to sign off on any potential move when he is eligible to be dealt come Dec. 15,"
Cam Thomas will undergo an MRI this week to determine a timetable for his return after missing the last month with a left hamstring strain suffered Nov. 5 against the Pacers, the fourth aggravation of that area in the past year. He averaged 24.4 points and 2.9 assists in seven full games this season but has been limited by injuries, playing just 25 games last year. Brooklyn went 0-7 when he played and 4-9 without him, with the defense improving in his absence. Young players have received increased minutes, and his contract and no-trade clause complicate trade possibilities.
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