The Brooklyn Nets have signed forwards Ben Humrichous and Dain Dainja to contracts ahead of the start of NBA training camp next week. The team announced the moves on Wednesday, adding two undrafted players to compete for roster spots as they prepare for the 2026-27 season.
Ben Humrichous is a 24-year-old forward who went undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft. He played for the Nets during Summer League action in both the California Classic and Las Vegas. Across six total games, Humrichous averaged 6.7 points and 4.2 rebounds per contest. He showed some shooting range, hitting 38.2% of his attempts from three-point territory.
Dain Dainja, also 24, was undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft. He spent the 2025-26 season with the Edmonton Stingers in the Canadian Elite Basketball League before joining Brooklyn's Summer League squad. In seven games, the center averaged 6.9 points and 5.9 rebounds. Dainja was efficient inside, shooting 62.5% from the field.
With a full roster of 15 standard contracts and three Two-Way players already in place, these are almost certainly training camp deals. The Nets are bringing in Humrichous and Dainja to increase competition during preseason practices and games. Their performances will determine if they earn a spot with the team's G League affiliate for the upcoming year. It's a low-risk move to evaluate potential depth.
Training camp is a critical audition for players on the fringe. For Humrichous and Dainja, it's a chance to show they can hang with NBA talent daily. A strong showing could lead to a Two-Way contract later or put them on the radar of other teams. The Nets get a longer look at two prospects they initially evaluated in Summer League.
The team is looking to turn the page after a difficult end to the 2025-26 season. You can review the full schedule and track the team's progress on our schedule page.
Camp represents a fresh start. Every spot on the roster matters as the coaching staff works to build a competitive identity. While Humrichous and Dainja face an uphill battle for a regular season role, they add specific skills. Humrichous offers floor spacing, and Dainja provides a physical presence in the paint. Their development will be a subplot to watch throughout the preseason.
Brooklyn's front office is constantly scanning for talent. Signing undrafted players to camp deals is a standard part of that process. It allows the Nets to cultivate potential contributors without committing a roster spot. How these two perform against established NBA players in the coming weeks will write the next chapter of their professional journeys.
