DeAndre Jordan’s role has changed considerably in recent weeks.
Jordan, who started 36 of the Nets' first 46 games, has played in only five of the last 10 games for Brooklyn, seeing a combined 88 minutes in the five games. Even before that change of scenery, Jordan was replaced with Nicolas Claxton in the fourth quarter.
When asked about Steve Nash’s message regarding the change in his role, Jordan’s response was a bit awkward. The 32-year-old center said he will continue to stay ready for when his number is called while noting how the change shined light on valuing playing time.