The buyout of Ben Simmons left the Brooklyn Nets with a glaring hole at point guard. Trendon Watford has had no issues filling it. Saturday’s win over the Philadelphia 76ers was the latest example of the 24-year-old’s play fueling the team’s success.
Brooklyn Nets playmaker Trendon Watford scored 18 points in Wednesday’s win against the Philadelphia 76ers, matching his previous season-high. Watford was 7-of-8 from the field in 24 minutes, with one rebound,
After making several roster moves following the waiving of Bojan Bogdanovic, Tosan Evbuomwan has seemingly lost his role as the Nets' spark plug off the bench. Due to his Two-Way deal, he's limited to the amount of time he can spend on the active roster. Evbuomwan hasn't appeared since Feb. 12 and will not suit up for tonight's matchup.
Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas has missed Brooklyn's last 22 games due to a left hamstring strain, but he looks like he could be returning soon.
Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points and three Cleveland teammates scored in double figures as the Cavaliers beat the Brooklyn Nets 110-97.