Brooklyn Nets DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (hamstring) remains out on Saturday against the 76ers. The 2021 No. 27 overall pick has had the best season of his career, averaging 24.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists. However, he's appeared in only two games since the November 25 win over the Golden State Warriors. On a positive note, Thomas has resumed 5-on-5 practice sessions. "Recovery is going great," said Thomas recently. "Can't wait to get back on the court." The Nets are currently on the outside of a Play-In berth, so the team hopes to get him back in the lineup as soon as possible. But with D'Angelo Russell (ankle) sidelined, Brooklyn will rely mostly on Cameron Johnson, Keon Johnson, Trendon Watford, and Nicolas Claxton for production.

Brooklyn Nets point guardD'Angelo Russell(ankle) is unavailable for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Russell sprained his right ankle on Thursday in a loss to the Cavaliers while posting just three points and five assists in 17 minutes of work. His next opportunity to play will be on Monday against the Wizards. Keon JohnsonandKillian Hayes could see more action on the floor during Russell's absence, but their impact on fantasy during Saturday's contest will be limited.

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (ankle) has shaken off a questionable tag and will play on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He faces a Joel Embiid-less Philadelphia, putting Claxton in a good position to dominate inside the paint. He has produced multiple blocks in four consecutive games and averages 12.8 points for the month with 5.8 rebounds. The 76ers have struggled defensively against Claxton this season, allowing him to shoot 64.7 percent from the field.

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (ankle) is questionable to face the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. He has appeared on the injury report with a right ankle sprain. Day'Ron Sharpe and Trendon Watford will be in line for increased workloads if Brooklyn rules Claxton out for the game. The Nets catch Philadelphia at a good time, as the 76ers finish off a back-to-back, and Joel Embiid is unlikely to play after logging a 38-minute shift against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. Both Sharpe and Watford have performed well in limited minutes recently, and a boost in playing time would give them a lift.

Brooklyn Nets point guard D'Angelo Russell (illness) is good to go for Monday's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. Due to an illness, Russell was initially regarded as questionable for the game before Brooklyn upgraded his status to available. Russell has blown hot and cold lately, but his overall numbers with the Nets have been solid. Since rejoining the team on Dec. 29, Russel has notched 14.2 points, 6.1 assists, and 1.4 steals in 24.4 minutes.