Nic Claxton's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (back) will re-enter the lineup Friday versus Orlando. He's been out for two games with a back issue, and the team initially listed him as questionable for the game. Claxton has been limited to 8.5 points and 7.7 rebounds in 24.5 minutes across 13 appearances this season. He's not a great option for managers on Friday because the Magic allow the second-fewest fantasy points in the league to opposing centers. Claxton managed only four points and five boards in this season's first head-to-head clash between the teams.

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (back) appeared on the injury report yet again as he remains in injury management for his back. The defensive-minded big man has been on the report plenty to start out the year and has missed six games so far this season. He's also gone back and forth between starting and coming off of the bench as his back issue continues to be bothersome. Ziaire Williams and Trendon Watford would be solid streaming options if Claxton can't play, but Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) would be better if he's upgraded from questionable.

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (back) remains out for Wednesday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns. The 25-year-old entered the season burdened by a hamstring issue. However, a back injury will cause him to miss his second-consecutive game. With Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) a game-time call and Noah Clowney (ankle) out, Ben Simmons should handle most of the work underneath the rim. Trendon Watford, who had eight points, four boards, and one block could also see more work and is worth considering for value purposes in DFS formats.