Overview
- Fernández said Highsmith is working on the court with coaches but has not progressed to five-on-five or any contact.
- The forward has yet to make his Brooklyn debut after undergoing right knee meniscus surgery in August.
- Brooklyn announced a setback on Oct. 19 and set an eight-week window for reevaluation.
- The coach praised Highsmith’s veteran leadership and influence on the Nets’ young group during his rehab.
- Highsmith is on a $5.6 million expiring contract and may be considered in trade talks before the Feb. 5 deadline.