The Brooklyn Nets have developed their team through various strategies over the decades, including the NBA draft. Many of the franchise's best players have joined the Nets either by being selected directly in the annual draft or through trades made on that day. The Nets have a history of drafting talented players from Notre Dame, including Dave Batton, Jim Dolan, and Pat Connaughton. Batton, a center, was drafted in the 3rd round (18th pick, 62nd overall) of the 1978 NBA Draft. Dolan, a forward, was drafted in the 7th round (12th pick, 151st overall) of the 1986 NBA Draft. Connaughton, a wing, was drafted in the 2nd round (11th pick, 41st overall) of the 2015 NBA Draft. All three players did not make the team. The Nets' front office has put together considerable success through the NBA draft, and their history of drafting talented players from Notre Dame is a testament to their commitment to building a strong team.