Teases triple-double Thu.
Nets' Nic Claxton embracing playmaking role; calls for consistency
Nic Claxton’s playmaking proves to be key factor for Nets
While the Nets eventually saw the Warriors erase the lead and Stephen Curry erupt for a 40-point night that led to their sixth consecutive loss, Claxton showed he was a weapon at the top of the key in orchestrating the offense with a near triple-double performance that included a career-high 10 assists.
Nets' Nic Claxton: Teases triple-double Thursday
The 25-year-old center has never recorded a triple-double in his career, but Claxton came within a bucket and a board of doing just that Thursday while setting a new personal best in assists. He remains a force on the defensive end of the court,
Johnson will be sidelined for the first time since Feb. 4, ending a streak of 12 consecutive appearances. The Nets could need Cam Thomas, D'Angelo Russell and Nic Claxton to take on higher usage on the top unit while Johnson is sidelined.
Cleveland will try to keep its five-game home win streak intact when the Cavaliers face Brooklyn. Tuesday's meeting is the first this season between the two squads.
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