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On YouTubeNic Claxton News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 13
Reacts: Nic Claxton a fan favorite for the Lakers 
When it comes to acquiring a center, Lakers fans like the idea of Nic Claxton joining the franchise this summer. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 11
NBA Mock Draft: Nets Select Athletic 7-Footer At No.8
With the No. 8 pick in the lottery, the Brooklyn Nets have plenty of areas to address as they continue the early stages of their rebuild. With starting center Nic Claxton at the center of trade rumors, particularly with the Los Angeles Lakers, the Nets might be looking for their big man of the future with their earliest pick.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / June 10
Can The Nets Land Nuggets Star Forward?
This summer could be one of the NBA’s wildest due to trade rumors. The Denver Nuggets may break up their core. A trade sending Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets for Nic Claxton could be an option if they decide to do so.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 9
Nets Land Michael Porter Jr. in Bold Three-Team Trade Pitch Involving Claxton
On social media, many Brooklyn Nets fans seem to believe it's a forgone conclusion that Nic Claxton will be traded just one year after signing a four-year, $97 million extension with the franchse that drafted him.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 9
Free Agent Center Options for Brooklyn Nets
The Brooklyn Nets have continued to be a team consistently in trade rumors this offseason, especially when it comes to their big man, Nicolas Claxton, who has been linked to a potential trade with the Los Angeles Lakers in an attempt to add a rim-running center to play alongside star guard Luke Doncic.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 4
Are Nets Jersey Sales Hinting at Future Moves for Thomas, Johnson or Claxton?
Amid a speculative period in Brooklyn, the Nets essentially hold no untouchables on their active roster. Cam Johnson has been the subject of trade chatter for nearly a calendar year, Nic Claxton could be primed to land in Southern California and Cam Thomas' value ahead of restricted free agency remains unknown.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 4
Lakers may face a dilemma when evaluating major team need
The Los Angeles Lakers' top priority this offseason has been no secret. After falling to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the playoffs, it's clear that the Lakers need help defending the paint if they want to contend.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 4
Lakers Still Favorites to Land Brooklyn Nets Big Man
The breakup between the Brooklyn Nets and big man Nicolas Claxton seems imminent as we get closer to free agency this summer. Claxton, who signed a four-year extension last summer, has been linked to the Los Angeles Lakers' hunt for a rim-running big man in hopes of bolstering their roster for next season.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / June 3
Los Angeles Lakers Reportedly Linked to Nic Claxton
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly linked to Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton. Claxton, 26, finished the 2024-25 season averaging 10.3 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game, while shooting 56.3% from the field goal line, 23.8% from the three-point line, and 51.3% from the free throw line.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 3
More Smoke Around Nic Claxton-Lakers Trade Buzz as Nets Remain Open to Talks
Despite near-endless chatter regarding a draft night trade-up or consolodation of assets in an attempt to lure in Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Brooklyn Nets' first major move this offseason could be the continued trimming of their current roster.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 31
Lakers Eyeing Nets’ Nic Claxton as Rim-Running Upgrade This Offseason
Brooklyn Nets big man Nic Claxton could see his tenure end just one season after it was extended. Claxton, 26, signed a four-year, $97 million contract extension last summer, but could be included in a trade package to give Luka Doncic a new lob threat.
Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / May 31
Free Agents the Brooklyn Nets Could Target to Replace Trade Candidate
The Brooklyn Nets head into this summer as a franchise with several eyes on them as they are the No. 1 team in terms of cap space. They will have about $55 million to utilize, and with only Cam Thomas as the main priority for their rebuild next season, the Nets could certainly be on a spending spree.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 16
Daniel Gafford & Nic Claxton Are Most Common Centers Linked To L.A.
The top priority for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason is upgrading the frontcourt, particularly the center position, as their lack of size cost them greatly in the playoffs.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 1
Cameron Johnson, John Collins, Nic Claxton Named ‘Top Trade Targets’ For Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers need to upgrade their roster this summer after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the 2025 playoffs and
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 24
‘Bold’ NBA Trade Idea Sends Nic Claxton To Lakers
One NBA analyst proposed that the Los Angeles Lakers acquire Nic Claxton from the Brooklyn Nets this offseason. Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report proposed
Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / April 15
Nets Notes: Offseason, Johnson, Claxton, Draft
After spending the 2024/25 season retooling their roster, are the Nets ready to jump-start their rebuild by attempting to acquire a star-caliber player this summer?
Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / February 25
Nets center suspended by NBA for actions in latest game
It’s bad timing, as the Nets will have a much more difficult time keeping Oklahoma City’s big man duo of Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein under control.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 22
Watch: Nets get huge win over 76ers with buzzer-beating putback
The Nets ended up getting the massive win, 105-103, thanks to a buzzer-beating putback by Nic Claxton.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Lakers linked with pair of centers in wake of their failed Mark Williams trade
JJ Redick's Los Angeles Lakers failed to complete a trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams after Williams failed his post-trade physical on Saturday night, leading to new speculation about a follow-up trade.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 21
Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla, Nets’ Nic Claxton fined by NBA
Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has been fined $35K, while Nets center Nic Claxton has been fined $25K, the NBA announced Saturday in a pair of press releases.
Brooklyn Nets News / Field Level Media / December 21
NBA fines Nets C Nic Claxton $25K for throwing ball into stands
Brooklyn center Nic Claxton was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Saturday for throwing a basketball into the stands during the Nets' 101-94 victory over the host Toronto Raptors on Thursday.
Brooklyn Nets News / Larry Brown Sports / December 19
Nets’ Nic Claxton has to be restrained from throwing seat cushion after ejection
Nic Claxton’s temper once again got the better of him once this week. The Brooklyn Nets center was tossed in the second quarter against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday for throwing a ball into the stands after a referee whistle had blown the play dead.
Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / December 19
Watch: Nets' Nic Claxton ejected for throwing ball into stands
Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton has had a problem staying in games this season, and that continued on Thursday night against the Toronto Raptors.
Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / July 14
Nets are right to double-down on homegrown talent Nic Claxton
Since entering the NBA, Claxton has emerged as an exciting rim-runner with the athleticism to grow into one of the best shot-blocking bigs in the league.
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