Nets big man Nic Claxton came up short at the worst possible time, missing all ten of his initial free-throw attempts against the Celtics.
The humiliating performance factored into an untimely loss, as Brooklyn only lost the game by four points. Despite their preseason odds of winning the title, the Nets were swept in the first round. It wasn’t pretty. What’s worse, Claxton is set to hit restricted free agency this offseason.
Let’s set the record straight: Claxton is no bum. He is a lengthy and athletic option in the frontcourt, and he was one of the most positive contributors to Brooklyn’s otherwise weak defensive unit.
