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Mgbako scores 19 points, Texas A&M hits 42 FTs in 120-84 win over MVSU

Mackenzie Mgbako scored 19 points, Zach Clemence and Ruben Dominguez added 15 points apiece, and Texas A&M beat Mississippi Valley State 120-84

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Puts up 20 points Clemence (groin) scored a team-high 20 points (6-9 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT) with seven rebounds in the exhibition win over Arizona State on Sunday.

Impact The 6-11 center has spent the last four season with Kansas, but rarely left the bench. He had only scored in double digits twice in three seasons. If he can prove healthy in his senior season, Clemence could be a sneaky offensive option off the Aggie bench.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Committing to A&M Clemence has committed to play for Texas A&M for the 2025-26 season, per TexAgs.com.

Impact Clemence will join the Aggies following three seasons with Kansas. The 6-foot-11 forward averaged 1.4 points in just 5.3 minutes per game for the Jayhawks this past season. He will retain a single year of eligibility with A&M.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Lawrence Clemence will enter the transfer portal, Jeff Borzello of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Clemence only played in eight games during his junior season with Kansas as he dealt with a groin injury. He should be able to seek a medical redshirt, meaning he'll likely have two seasons of eligibility remaining at his next stop. Clemence's best season came when he was a freshman averaging 2.1 points across 4.8 minutes.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Utes Clemence (groin) is in street clothes ahead of Kansas' clash with Utah, Henry Greenstein of the Lawrence Journal-World reports.

Impact Clemence will miss his 15th straight game. The rotational junior forward only averaged 1.4 points and 1.4 rebounds across 5.3 minutes when he did play this season. At this rate, Clemence's 2024-2025 campaign may be all but over.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Set to remain out Clemence (groin) won't play against Iowa State on Monday, per Henry Greenstein of the Lawrence Journal-World.

Impact Clemence is set to miss his 12th straight game. His continued absence is unsurprising considering he was reported in early January to be in for an extended period of missed time. The center's next chance to play will come on Feb. 8 against Kansas State.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Houston Clemence (groin) won't play against Houston on Saturday, per 247Sports.com.

Impact Clemence was last reported to be not close to a return, so it's unsurprising that he won't be available against the Cougars. The reserve center has missed eight straight games, and it'll be nine Saturday. Flory Bidunga will continue to see more minutes in his absence behind Hunter Dickinson.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not close to a return Head coach Bill Self indicated that Clemence (groin) is still not close to being able to return to practice, per Michael Swain of 247Sports.com.

Impact It's tough news for Clemence, who has been out since before the team's holiday break with a groin injury. The junior center played a small role for the Jayhawks in his appearances prior to his injury, averaging 1.4 points in 5.3 minutes per game. With no definitive return date, Flory Bidunga will likely continue to see an expanded role in Clemence's absence as the primary backup big man to Hunter Dickinson.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not suited up for WVU game Clemence (groin) will not play in Tuesday's game against West Virginia, Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal reports.

Impact Clemence suffered a groin injury in practice a couple weeks ago and coach Bill Self expected the 6-11 center to miss extended time. They will need Flory Bidunga to stay out of foul trouble with no real third option at center behind Hunter Dickinson.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss extended time Head coach Bill Self indicated that Clemence (groin) suffered a fairly significant injury and could be out "a while," per Michael Swain of 247Sports.com.

Impact Clemence reportedly pulled his groin in the days leading up to Sunday's matchup and was subsequently held out of the contest. The junior center has primarily played a backup role in the Kansas frontcourt this season, averaging 1.4 points and 1.4 rebounds in just 5.3 minutes per game. With the news that Clemence could miss some time, fellow big man Flory Bidunga will likely see a larger role at the center spot complementing starter Hunter Dickinson.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 19, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Added to transfer portal Clemence was added to the NCAA's transfer portal Wednesday, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Clemence was part of Kansas' basketball program from mid-2021 to March 2023. Despite participating in many games, he did not play much during them. The big man averaged 5.2 minutes while Kansas had him. So now, Clemence wants to enroll in a school whose team has better opportunities.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees one field-goal try in return Clemence registered two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound across four minutes during Saturday's 75-59 loss to Texas.

Impact Clemence unsurprisingly saw extremely minimal usage after he missed each of the previous eight contests due to a combination of knee issues, illness and coach's decisions. The 6-foot-10 sophomore did not have much of a role while coming off the bench prior to this extended absence, as he averaged just 1.4 points and 1.4 rebounds while playing 5.8 minutes per game across 18 appearances. Barring significant injuries to Kansas' starting big men, it's highly likely Clemence will be a nonfactor during the Jayhawks' upcoming postseason.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Clemence (illness) is warming up ahead of Saturday's showdown with Texas, Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal reports.

Impact Clemence, who missed Tuesday's game against Texas Tech due to illness, is warming up ahead of Saturday's game against the Longhorns. The 6-foot-10 sophomore has appeared in 17 games this season, logging 1.4 points and 1.4 rebounds on 5.9 minutes per game.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Clemence isn't feeling well and is unavailable for Tuesday's game against Texas Tech, Gary Bedore of The Kansas City Star reports.

Impact Clemence hasn't seen the court as a coach's decision since Jan. 31 versus Kansas State, so his absence is unlikely to affect coach Bill Self's rotation. The sophomore center will have a few days to get healthy ahead of Saturday's matchup at Texas, which is the final game of the regular season.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP vs. Baylor Clemence did not play during the Jayhawks' 87-71 win Saturday versus Baylor.

Impact Despite being available, the Jayhawks did not use Clemence. He is expected to continue sitting out unless K.J. Adams or Ernest Udeh need rest.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Baylor Clemence (knee) will be available during Kansas' game Saturday versus Baylor, according to Matt Tait of the Lawrence Journal-World.

Impact Clemence could record his first February log Saturday. However, Kansas' head coach Bill Self may not use the sophomore despite him being healthy.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP at Oklahoma State Clemence (knee) did not play during the Jayhawks' 87-76 win Tuesday at Oklahoma State.

Impact Despite warming up, Clemence's unavailability continued Tuesday. He has sat out the Jayhawks' entire first half of February. Now, his next opportunity to return is when they host Baylor on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Tuesday Clemence (knee) is warming up ahead of Tuesday's game versus Oklahoma State, Matt Tait of the Lawrence Journal-World reports.

Impact Clemence suffered a knee injury on Feb. 4 that was supposed to keep him sidelined for an "extended period of time". However, his participation in warmups indicates that he could play Tuesday. If he can't go, he should be available for Saturday's matchup with Baylor.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for extended period Florida coach Bill Self said after Saturday's game versus Iowa State that Clemence (knee) will be out for an extended period of time, Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal re...

Impact Clemence left Saturday's game early with a knee injury. While there is no set timetable for his return, it appears the sophomore big man won't return to the lineup soon.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not on bench for second half Clemence suffered a knee injury in the first half of Saturday's game against Iowa State and was not warming up with the team ahead of the second half, Jordan Guskey of The Topeka C...

Impact Clemence landed awkwardly after going for a rebound attempt and immediately checked out of the game and was being attended to by a trainer. It appears the 6-10 sophomore will not return to Saturday's game and more clarity on his should come to surface following the conclusion of Saturday's action.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against NC State Clemence (concussion) is available Wednesday against North Carolina State, according to Gary Bedore of The Kansas City Star.

Impact Clemence has the opportunity to record his first log since Nov. 10. However, fantasy managers should not be surprised if he doesn't play much Wednesday afternoon. Clemence is out of practice and recovered from something more threatening than most injuries. Plus, he will have multiple opportunities to play during the 2022 Battle 4 Atlantis.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in practice Clemence (concussion) participated in Kansas' practice Tuesday, according to Michael Swain of 247Sports.com.

Impact Kansas' latest practice was the first Clemence participated in since he suffered a concussion on Nov. 10. The sophomore will try to return when Kansas and North Carolina State play against each other Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Clemence (nose) isn't in uniform for Friday's game against Southern Utah, Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal reports.

Impact Clemence is slated to miss a second straight game due to a nose injury. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against North Carolina State.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Status unspecified Kansas head coach Norm Roberts said he is not sure Clemence will play Friday, according to Michael Swain of 247Sports.com.

Impact Fantasy managers should consider Clemence questionable as the Jayhawks prepare to host what should be an easy game against Southern Utah.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE