A Look at Maryland Players Drafted by the Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets have built their franchise through various strategies over the years, finding significant success via the NBA draft. Many of the team's standout players have either been drafted directly by the Nets or acquired through trades on draft day. The organization has consistently brought in talent from a range of colleges, highlighting both prestigious programs and smaller schools.

This article focuses on the players from the University of Maryland who have been selected by the Nets in the NBA draft. Notable names include Albert King, Buck Williams, and Jordan Williams, all of whom have made their mark in the league.

Albert King, a forward, was chosen in the first round of the 1981 NBA Draft as the 10th overall pick. He played four seasons at Maryland before joining the Nets, where he spent six seasons.

Also drafted in 1981, Buck Williams was selected as the 3rd overall pick in the first round. After three seasons at Maryland, Williams went on to have a successful eight-season tenure with the Nets.

In the 2011 NBA Draft, the Nets picked center Jordan Williams in the second round with the 36th overall selection. After two years at Maryland, he played just one season with the Nets.

These selections underscore the impact that Maryland players have had on the Nets over the years, contributing to the team's legacy.