Nic Claxton, pivotal to the Brooklyn Nets' rebuild, is struggling in the current season after receiving a lucrative four-year extension. Expected to lead, his early season performance has been disappointing with lower statistics compared to last season, exacerbated by hamstring soreness and lower back issues. The team dynamics and recent trades have contributed to his frustration. Claxton himself acknowledges the need for improvement, reflecting on the challenges of playing amid a rebuilding team's frustrations, as well as adapting to new defensive schemes.
I don't really like to make excuses. I just need to be better. I just need to be more locked in, that's all.
Playing for a tanking team can be wildly frustrating. He's also been playing through lower back issues that will take a while to clear up.
Claxton averaged 11.8 points, 9.9 rebounds and 2.5 blocks in 71 games last season. Through his first 41 games this season, he's averaging 9.7 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.0 blocks.
His play underwhelmed. He was struggling on defense. His offensive production was nothing to brag about. And his effort on the glass left much to be desired.
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