DONOVAN CLINGAN NEWS

Ends rookie year with double-double Clingan ended with 12 points (6-10 FG, 0-4 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 25 minutes during Sunday's 109-81 victory over the Lakers.

Impact Clingan was a highly-touted prospect coming out of college, and while the big man was overmatched on offense at times, he did a good job as a rim protector while showing a clear improvement at the other end of the court compared to where it was when the season started. Clingan finishes his first year in The Association with averages of 6.5 points, 7.9 rebounds, 1.6 blocks and 1.1 assists across 67 regular-season contests, including 37 starts. Clingan figures to be a long-term building block of the franchise, but the Trail Blazers will likely make some moves in the offseason to give him a bigger role ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trail Blazers' Donovan Clingan sets franchise record after last performance Trail Blazers rookie Donovan Clingan registered his seventh double-double on Friday and moved atop the franchise leaderboard in one category...

4 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Excels with 14/15 double-double Clingan racked up 14 points (7-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist and one block across 27 minutes during Friday's 103-86 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Clingan's excellent play has rendered Deandre Ayton unnecessary, and even if he returns fully healthy next season, he could be in another uniform. The UConn product has paid off after a first-round draft selection last season, and although his free-throw shooting needs work, his rebound average since the All-Star break is an impressive 9.5 boards per game.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Avdija, Trail Blazers to host James and the Lakers

Portland faces Los Angeles in a matchup of Western Conference teams

5 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nearly double-doubles Clingan chipped in 10 points (4-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, three blocks and two steals in 27 minutes during Sunday's 120-109 win over San Antonio.

Impact Clingan posted a well-rounded line in the win, and his fantasy arrow continues to point in the right direction. Over his last seven games, his upside has been undeniable -- he's produced fifth-round value in nine-category formats in that span with averages of 8.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.1 steals, 1.9 blocks and 0.7 three-pointers in 28.4 minutes per contest.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Huge night on glass Clingan closed Friday's 118-113 loss to the Bulls with seven points (3-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt), 18 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 31 minutes.

Impact The 18 boards were Clingan's best performance on the glass since he pulled down a career-high 20 on Feb. 12 against the Nuggets. The rookie center is still looking to provide consistent offense, but Clingan is making an impact in the paint, recording double-digits rebounds in eight of his last 11 appearances while averaging 7.2 points, 10.4 boards, 1.7 blocks and 1.5 steals.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Swats three shots Thursday Clingan amassed eight points (3-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal over 30 minutes during Thursday's 112-103 win over Toronto.

Impact Clingan's scoring wasn't needed Thursday as Shaedon Sharpe, Deni Avdija and Dalano Banton combined for 95 of Portland's 112 points. Clingan was active on the boards (including five offensive rebounds, and he finished second in that category behind Avdija. Since permanently entering the Trail Blazers' starting lineup Feb. 12, Clingan has averaged 7.8 points, 9.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.8 blocks over 25.0 minutes per game.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Barnes and Toronto take on Portland in non-conference action

Portland travels to Toronto for a non-conference matchup

APRIL 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sharpe and Avdija lead the Trail Blazers to a 127-113 win over the Hawks

Shaedon Sharpe had 33 points and 10 rebounds and Deni Avdija finished with 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists as the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Atlanta Hawks 127-113

APRIL 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-doubles in loss Clingan amassed 18 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-7 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 122-111 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Clingas has been very inconsistent on the offensive end, but he's been an elite source of rebounds and blocks in recent games. Over his last five outings, Clingan has produced 10th-round value in nine-category formats in 26.5 minutes, averaging 9.0 points, 10.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.8 blocks.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Clingan (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Celtics, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Clingan will return to action Sunday after missing Friday's upset win over the Nuggets due to an illness. With Deandre Ayton (calf) and Robert Williams (knee) sidelined, Clingan has started his last 16 games, averaging 8.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.9 blocks, 1.8 assists and 0.5 steals in 24.3 minutes per game.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Sunday Clingan (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Clingan missed the upset win over the Nuggets on Friday due to an illness but prior to that, he had started in 16 straight contests, although part of that was due to the absences of Deandre Ayton (calf) and Robert Williams (knee). If deemed available for Sunday's contest, Clingan should return to the starting lineup right away. He's averaging 8.0 points, 10.1 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game in those 16 previous contests.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Portland takes on Boston, looks for 5th straight victory

Portland hosts Boston looking to extend its four-game win streak

MARCH 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Avdija scores 36 points to lead Trail Blazers to a 128-109 win over Nuggets

Deni Avdija had 36 points, eight rebounds and seven assists to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 128-109 win over the Denver Nuggets, who were without star center Nikola Jokic f...

MARCH 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out vs. Denver Clingan (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

Impact Clingan has started the last 16 games for the Trail Blazers, so they'll have to pivot Friday to replace him in the starting lineup. Portland will likely turn to Duop Reath to help shoulder the load, as the team is dealing with several injuries in the frontcourt. Matisse Thybulle and Kris Murray could see more time on the floor against the Nuggets.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Clingan is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Nuggets due to an illness.

Impact Clingan is in danger of missing his first contest since Feb. 4 due to an illness. Due to Deandre Ayton (calf) already being ruled out, If Clingan is unable to suit up, Duop Reath could receive increased playing time.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 11 rebounds in victory Clingan recorded seven points (2-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and three blocks in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 115-99 victory over the Grizzlies.

Impact Clingan had a trip down memory lane during Wednesday's win, as he squared off against Zach Edey. The two centers battled for glory in last year's NCAA Championship, and they squared off once again as starters in the NBA. Clingan won the battle with relative ease, pulling down eight more rebounds than his rival. Deandre Ayton's (calf) return is unclear, which means Clingan's role with the first unit is secure in the short term.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Trail Blazers beat Grizzlies 115-99 behind big game from Avdija

Deni Avdija had 31 points, 16 rebounds and eight assists to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 115-99 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies

MARCH 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Simons scores 30 points as Trail Blazers beat last-place Wizards 112-97

Anfernee Simons scored 30 points and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Washington Wizards 112-97 for their second consecutive victory following a five-game slide

MARCH 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Grabs 14 rebounds Sunday Clingan notched five points (2-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal in 30 minutes during Sunday's 105-102 win over the Raptors.

Impact Clingan grabbed double-digit rebounds for the fourth time over his last seven contests, and he also recorded multiple blocks for the fifth time in that stretch. The big man continues to play a big role on the defensive end of the court even if he's not offering too much on offense, and he will remain a solid option on offense as long as he stays in a starting role.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors chasing 'consistency' vs skidding Trail Blazers The Portland Trail Blazers remain positive as they look to apply the brakes on a five-game losing skid Sunday against the visiting Toronto R...

MARCH 15 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Three rejections Wednesday Clingan amassed six points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 12 rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 114-113 overtime loss to New York.

Impact The rookie center continues to make his presence felt at the rim. Clingan has recorded multiple blocks in three straight games and eight of 13 since Deandre Ayton (calf) was sidelined, a stretch in which the UConn product has averaged 8.1 points, 9.5 boards, 1.9 assists and 1.9 blocks in 23.7 minutes a contest while shooting 56.4 percent from the floor.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Steps up for Portland Clingan accumulated 15 points (6-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and four blocks across 32 minutes during Monday's 130-120 loss to the Warriors.

Impact This was the line Clingan's patient fantasy managers have been waiting for -- in his previous 10 games, the center averaged just 6.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.5 blocks in 21.1 minutes. Monday's game illustrates just how much upside Clingan can offer, and it could be a sign of things to come to close out the season.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Held to three points Clingan racked up three points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 22 minutes during Sunday's 119-112 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Clingan remains a work in progress on the offensive end, but his production on the glass and his ability to alter shots on defense continues to keep his fantasy value afloat in deeper formats. In his last 10 games, Clingan has produced 6.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.5 blocks in 21.1 minutes.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Portland takes on Golden State, looks to break 3-game slide

Portland aims to break its three-game skid with a win over Golden State

MARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS