Thaddeus Young was dealt to the Nets on Thursday in exchange for Kevin Garnett, David Aldridge of TNT reports.

Young was dealt to the Nets on Thursday in exchange for Kevin Garnett, David Aldridge of TNT reports.

Analysis:

Young's numbers are down almost across the board this season, but he'll now have a chance to step in and start for a playoff contender, which could rejuvenate the 26-year-old. Young has started all 48 games in which he's played this season, averaging 14.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.8 assists while shooting 45 percent from the field.