Nic Claxton perseveres through finger injury in Nets defeat as scan results await
Nets Face Tough Loss Against Clippers The Nets endured a heavy 126-89 defeat against the Clippers on Sunday night in Los Angeles. Despite the result, Nick Claxton put in considerable effort. The starting center played with a bandage on his right pinky, which was fractured during a game against the Celtics on Friday. He was […]
Nic Claxton of the Nets will have an MRI after injuring his pinky.
Nick Claxton, who hurt his finger during the Nets’ 130-126 double-overtime defeat against the Celtics on Friday, is set to have imaging tests on Saturday. The Brooklyn center exited the game with a strained right pinky finger but managed to finish with 18 points, nine rebounds, four assists, and two blocks, playing for 39 minutes. […]
Day’Ron Sharpe showing he’s a powerhouse for the Nets while Nic Claxton is out
Nets Player Updates: Sharpe Steps Up in Claxton’s Absence Nic Claxton, the center for Brooklyn, missed his second consecutive game due to personal issues but is anticipated to return on Monday. Meanwhile, Dayron Sharpe has been making quite the impression in his absence. Sharpe put up solid numbers—17 points, six rebounds, four assists, three steals, […]
Nic Claxton delivers another impressive performance with a triple double in the Nets’ victory
Is Nick Claxton the Offensive Hub? In the Nets’ 119-101 victory over the Pelicans on Saturday night, veteran center Nick Claxton delivered a standout performance with a game-high 10 assists, 11 rebounds, and three blocks. He also contributed 14 points, achieving his second triple-double in the process. With this accomplishment, Claxton became the first Nets […]
Michael Porter Jr. and Nic Claxton guide the Nets to a notable victory against the Celtics
BOSTON — Turning Losses into Wins Jordi Fernandez, the Nets coach, emphasized that the rebuilding team shouldn’t let their losing streak define them. The recent victories they’ve achieved have left them eager for more. On Friday, the Nets pulled off a surprising 113-105 win against the Celtics in front of a packed crowd of 19,156 […]
Nic Claxton is returning to form after a promising defensive performance
Nick Claxton Looks to Rebound This Season Nick Claxton came into this season aiming to recover from last year’s struggles with injuries and inconsistent play. Fortunately for him, he was healthy as the Nets began their campaign, and many viewed the 26-year-old as a potential standout on a team that, let’s face it, didn’t have […]
Nets’ Nic Claxton knows he must cut down on flagrant fouls
Nic Claxton needs to lead the league in blocking or defensive ratings. It's not a terrible foul point. The net paid Claxton to be the anchor in their defense. The past month has been a reminder of him that he has such a talent. Nick Claxton, who didn't play due to the Nets' halt, lost […]
Nets’ Nic Claxton suspended vs. Thunder for sixth flagrant foul
Nic Claxton was suspended without a salary in one game as a result of the sixth notable foul point in the regular season. The center will respond to Wednesday's ban, when the net plays Barclays Center's Oklahoma City. The 25-year-old Claxton averages 10.1 points per game for the Nets, but more importantly, he is a […]
Nets’ Nic Claxton has trouble slowing down Karl-Anthony Towns
After a 1-5 road trip Tuesday morning, Nick Claxton said this season has been “frustrating” due to the number of losses and injuries the Nets have endured. He also admitted that he hasn't been at his best this season due to a new defensive scheme under first-year coach Jordi Fernandes. “Honestly, I don't think we've […]
Nic Claxton looking like himself again after Nets injury return
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Nets were worried about Nic Claxton's return, and now they're talking about his return. For the first time since his back injury flared up a month ago, and really for the first time all season, Brooklyn's starting center is getting back into shape. “I'm just feeling like I'm being aggressive and […]