New Delhi, Sept. 4 -- Brooklyn Nets' restricted free agent Cam Thomas has opted for a one-year, $6 million qualifying offer. He has secured his return to the team for the 2025-26 NBA season, following the move. The decision comes after failed negotiations for a long-term contract, setting the stage for Thomas to become an unrestricted free agent next summer.

According to the deal, the 23-year-old guard has been granted a full no-trade clause, giving him significant control over his future as he will approach free agency with at least 10 NBA teams projected to have cap space in 2026.

Cam Thomas' choice to sign the qualifying offer positions him as a trailblazer among this year's restricted free agents, including high-profile names like J...