Nets Center Sidelined For a Week Due to Injury

Scans Reveal Grade 1 MCL Sprain

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton will be sidelined for a week due to a Grade 1 MCL sprain in his left knee, the team announced Monday. Claxton suffered the injury in the Nets' 116-105 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday. He underwent an MRI on Monday, which revealed the extent of the injury.

Claxton's Absence Leaves Void in Nets' Frontcourt

Claxton's absence will leave a void in the Nets' frontcourt. The 23-year-old center has been a key contributor for the Nets this season, averaging 8.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game. He has also been a solid defender, helping the Nets to a top-10 defensive rating in the NBA.

With Claxton out, the Nets will likely turn to Andre Drummond and Day'Ron Sharpe to fill the void at center. Drummond has been a solid contributor for the Nets this season, averaging 10.1 points and 9.8 rebounds per game. Sharpe has also shown flashes of potential, averaging 7.7 points and 7.3 rebounds per game in the G League this season.

Nets Hope Claxton's Absence Will Be Short-Lived

The Nets are hopeful that Claxton's absence will be short-lived. The team is currently in the midst of a playoff push, and they will need Claxton's contributions to make a deep run. The Nets are currently 32-19, which is good for sixth place in the Eastern Conference.

Claxton is expected to be re-evaluated in a week. If he is able to return to action, the Nets will get a much-needed boost to their frontcourt.