Impact Claxton is under the weather, but it sounds like he'll attempt to play Sunday, barring a setback. He's averaging a double-double in December with 10.3 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 2.4 blocks per game.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
NIC CLAXTON #33 - CENTER - BROOKLYN NETS
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8.6 PPG
7.7 RPG
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Probable for Sunday Claxton is probable for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to an illness.
Tallies double-double in return Claxton chipped in 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-5 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 30 minutes during Friday's 110-104 loss to the Wizards.
Impact Claxton returned after missing the previous game due to illness by leading all Nets in rebounds and blocks and ending as one of six players with a double-digit point total in a double-double effort. Claxton has hauled in 10 or more rebounds in three of his last four games and in 10 contests this year. He has finished with a double-double on eight occasions, including in two straight outings.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Friday Claxton (illness) is available for Friday's game against Washington.
Impact As expected, Claxton has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up after a one-game absence. Before the illness, Claxton recorded four double-doubles over his last 10 appearances, averaging 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds and 2.6 blocks in 27.1 minutes during that stretch.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to play Friday Claxton is probable for Friday's game against the Wizards due to an illness, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Impact Claxton sat out Wednesday's game against the Bucks due to left ankle injury maintenance, and he's dealing with an illness ahead of Friday's matchup. However, he'll likely be able to return to the court against Washington. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 9.8 points, 9.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 27.2 minutes per game.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Wednesday Claxton will not play in Wednesday's game versus the Bucks due to left ankle injury maintenance, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Impact Brooklyn's schedule has been a little congested with this being their second consecutive back-to-back set. Claxton played 26 minutes Tuesday night and finished with 11 points, 11 rebounds, two assists and three blocks. He'll get the night off and will likely be back in the lineup Friday against Washington. Day'Ron Sharpe had one of the best games of his season on Tuesday, and he's likely to see heavy run against the Bucks.
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double against Denver Claxton recorded 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 FT), 16 rebounds, six assists and three blocks across 28 minutes during Friday's 122-117 loss to the Nuggets.
Impact While his numbers didn't match up to Nikola Jokic on offense, Claxton held his way defensively as he recorded his sixth double-double of the season. The fifth-year center has also delivered at least three blocks in four straight games, and over his last eight he's averaging 11.4 points, 10.5 boards, 2.5 blocks and 1.5 assists while shooting 61.9 percent from the floor.
DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nears double-double in loss Claxton racked up 10 points (5-9 FG), nine rebounds and two assists over 17 minutes during Thursday's 124-101 loss to the Nuggets.
Impact Claxton got into some foul trouble Thursday and was limited to a season-low 17 minutes of playing time, but he still managed to come within one rebound of a double-double. Across his last eight appearances, he's averaged 11.3 points and 10.0 rebounds in 26.9 minutes per game despite posting just two double-doubles during that time.
DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Notches double-double in win Claxton finished Friday's 124-97 victory over the Wizards with 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds and two blocks across 26 minutes.
Impact Claxton reached double-digit rebounds for the third time in four games and recorded his fourth double-double of the season. He was one of six Nets players to score in double digits and his four offensive rebounds was second on the team only to Day'Ron Sharpe (five). Claxton is averaging 2.5 blocks per game, which puts him fourth in the NBA in that category ahead just behind Victor Wembanyama (2.6).
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pours in 20 points Claxton finished Thursday's 129-128 loss to the Hornets with 20 points (9-13 FG, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 29 minutes.
Impact Claxton's 14 rebounds mark a new season high, and it was the ninth time of his career in which he collected at least 14 boards. On top of his impressive rebounding and block numbers this season, Claxton has really ramped up his offense lately. Over his last four games, he averaged 17.5 points on 68.9 percent shooting from the field.
DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nearly double-doubles Claxton notched 15 points (7-10 FG, 1-4 FT), eight rebounds, four blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Tuesday's 115-103 victory over Toronto.
Impact Claxton looked sharp Tuesday after returning from a one-game absence due to an ankle issue. Brooklyn's starting center has been on another level defensively this season, as he's leading the NBA in blocks per game (2.9) in just 27.2 minutes per contest. Injuries have limited him to eight out of 17 games so far, so hopefully he can stay on the floor going forward.
NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nic Claxton | Post-Game Press Conference | Toronto Raptors | 11.28.23
NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Will play Tuesday Claxton (ankle) is good to go for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Impact Claxton was unable to play Sunday against the Bulls, but it appears that he has put his minor ankle issue behind him. The Nets deployed a smaller lineup Sunday with Claxton on the shelf, but Day'Ron Sharpe made a big impact off the bench in 27 minutes. However, Sharpe's fantasy value is likely to trend down with Claxton healthy again.
NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Tuesday Claxton (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Impact Claxton was a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup against Chicago, but he was ultimately held out. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available Tuesday, but Day'Ron Sharpe, Royce O'Neale and Lonnie Walker could see increased run once again if Claxton remains out.
NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out Sunday Claxton (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Chicago, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Impact Claxton was originally listed as probable for Sunday's game due to a left ankle sprain, but he has been downgraded to out ahead of game time. Royce O'Neale, Dorian Finney-Smith and Day'Ron Sharpe should see extended minutes in Claxton's absence.
NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to questionable Claxton (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against Chicago.
Impact Although Claxton was listed as probable on the Nets' initial injury report for Sunday, his downgrade to questionable isn't particularly surprising since he was labeled a game-time decision. Royce O'Neale, Dorian Finney-Smith and Day'Ron Sharpe could see increased roles if Claxton is unavailable.
NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time decision Sunday Claxton (ankle) is a game-time decision for Sunday's game against Chicago, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Impact Claxton has been considered probable to play and participated in shootaround, but he's dealing with an aggravation to the high-ankle sprain he suffered in Brooklyn's season opener. His availability will come down to pregame warm-ups, with Royce O'Neale, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Day'Ron Sharpe being candidates to step up if Claxton can't take the court.
NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with ankle sprain Claxton is probable for Sunday's game against the Bulls due to a left ankle sprain, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Impact Claxton posted 13 points, six rebounds, three blocks and two steals in 24 minutes during Saturday's win over Miami. The issue shouldn't prevent him from suiting up for the second night of a back-to-back set, and his presence on the injury report is likely just precautionary after missing eight games earlier in the season due to a high-ankle sprain. Since returning to action, Claxton has averaged 13.2 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.7 blocks and 1.3 assists in 26.5 minutes over his last six appearances (all starts).
NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double in OT loss Claxton logged 22 points (10-15 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal in 37 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 147-145 overtime loss to the Haw...
Impact The double-double was Claxton's second in five games since returning from an eight-game absence due to an ankle injury. The fifth-year center has also racked up 13 rejections over that stretch, averaging 13.2 points, 9.0 boards, 2.6 blocks and 1.6 assists, numbers right in line with last season's breakout.
NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nears double-double in loss Claxton closed Sunday's 121-99 loss to the 76ers with 10 points (5-6 FG, 0-3 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one block over 23 minutes.
Impact Claxton led all Nets in rebounds while finishing one board short of a double-double along with being one of four Brooklyn players with a double-digit point total. Claxton hauled in at least nine rebounds for the second time of the season, reaching double figures in scoring in three of his last four outings.
NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Active at both ends Thursday Claxton totaled 16 points (7-7 FG, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal over 26 minutes during Thursday's 122-115 loss to Miami.
Impact Claxton was perfect from the field but also made his presence felt on the defensive end. He missed eight games in a row due to an ankle injury but has managed to look productive with averages of 11.3 points, 8.3 rebounds and 3.0 blocks per game since returning to the hardwood.
NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nic Claxton | Post-Game Press Conference | Washington Wizards
NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Double-doubles in return Claxton accumulated 10 points (5-7 FG), 13 rebounds, two assists and four blocks over 28 minutes during Sunday's 102-94 victory over the Wizards.
Impact Claxton returned to the hardwood after an eight-game absence and made his presence felt, recording a double-double and swatting four shots. Claxton should remain Brooklyn's starting center as long as he's healthy and represents a good bet for double-doubles almost on a nightly basis, giving him a decent floor even if his scoring totals aren't very high.
NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back in action Claxton will start in his return from a high-ankle sprain, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Impact Claxton will take the court for the first time since Brooklyn's season opener. He gained additional reps with Brooklyn's G League affiliate over the past week, but it's unclear how extensive his workload will be in his return. Royce O'Neale will move to the second unit.
NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Sunday Claxton (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Wizards, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Impact Claxton is set to return Sunday after suffering a high-ankle sprain in Brooklyn's season opener. While the 24-year-old big man should return to the starting lineup, it won't be surprising for him to be on a minutes restriction. Royce O'Neale and Dorian Finney-Smith will likely see their minutes reduced due to Claxton's return.
NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Set to practice with G League club Claxton (ankle) was assigned to the G League's Long Island Nets on Wednesday, freelance NBA journalist Billy Reinhardt reports.
Impact Claxton sustained a high-ankle sprain during the Nets' season opener and has been sidelined since then. While it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action for Brooklyn, his G League assignment should at least allow him to practice with Long Island in the near future as he continues his recovery process.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
