Nicolas Claxton led the Brooklyn Nets with a strong performance against the Utah Jazz on Sunday. He scored 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, achieving a double-double. Claxton played 36 minutes, helping the Nets stay competitive in their narrow 112-111 loss.
What It Means
Claxton’s double-double against the Jazz marked his second streak of games with at least 10 rebounds this season. He exceeded his scoring projection by three points and his rebounding projection by three boards. This season, he is averaging 9.8 points and leads his team with 7.4 rebounds per game. Claxton has finished in the top five among centers for rebounds in eight out of 32 games (25%). His consistent rebounding has been a key factor for the Nets this year.
