DONOVAN CLINGAN NEWS

Flirst with double-double in loss Clingan accumulated 10 points (4-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-4 FT), nine rebounds, two blocks and two steals across 21 minutes during Wednesday's 109-99 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Clingan fell just one rebound short of recording his second career double-double, putting together another encouraging performance. A thumb injury to Deandre Ayton has opened up more playing time for the rookie, providing him with an opportunity to play upwards of 20 minutes in each of the past four games. He has recorded 35 rebounds and 14 blocks in that span, a glimpse of what he can do when afforded meaningful minutes.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles with eight blocks Clingan chipped in 17 points (6-10 FG, 5-5 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and eight blocks in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 106-98 victory over the Timberwolves.

Impact With Deandre Ayton (finger) out again, Portland's 2024 first-round pick turned in a stellar performance. At 7-2 and 282 pounds, Clingan is a challenge for any frontcourt, and he posted the huge number against Rudy Gobert and Julian Randle, arguably the best interior duo in the league.The UConn product dominated inside with eight blocked shots, and was only two swats short of the rare point-rebound-block triple-double.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sharpe and Clingan power the Trail Blazers to a 106-98 victory over the Timberwolves

Shaedon Sharpe scored 33 points, Donovan Clingan narrowly missed a triple-double with 17 points, 13 rebounds and eight blocks on Wednesday, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the...

NOVEMBER 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Limited impact Tuesday Clingan finished Tuesday's 122-108 victory over the Timberwolves with four points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, one block and one steal across 21 minutes.

Impact It's unclear if Deandre Ayton (finger) will be available for the second half of this back-to-back set, and it's also uncertain if Robert Williams will play at all, so Clingan could be in line to make another start Wednesday. The rookie didn't have his best showing Tuesday, though that could've been expected since he had to battle with Rudy Gobert, one of the best rim protectors in the league. Clingan should continue to see steady minutes as long as the Blazers remain depleted in their frontcourt, though.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Making first NBA start Clingan is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact Clingan will replace Deandre Ayton (finger) in the starting lineup Tuesday. The rookie big man has yet to log 20 or more minutes in a game this season but will likely receive an uptick in playing time against Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Swats three shots in win Clingan accumulated four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three blocks across 16 minutes during Monday's 118-100 win over New Orleans.

Impact Clingan posted his second-highest mark in blocks of the season Monday. The rookie has yet to surpass 20-plus minutes through eight regular-season games, and with Robert Williams working his way back from a hamstring injury it may be difficult for Clingan to carve out a significant role early on.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Swats three shots in win Clingan accumulated four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three blocks across 16 minutes during Monday's 118-100 win over New Orleans.

Impact Clingan posted his second-highest mark in blocks of the season Monday. The rookie has yet to surpass 20 minutes through eight regular-season games, and with Robert Williams working his way back from a hamstring injury it may be difficult for Clingan to carve out a significant role early on.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Four rejections off bench Clingan notched four points (1-1 FG, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and four blocks in 14 minutes off the bench during Friday's 105-103 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact While the rookie center didn't see much court time behind DeAndre Ayton, Clingan made his presence felt at the defensive end. The seventh overall pick in the 2024 Draft has an impressive five blocks in 27 minutes through his first two NBA games, but if would likely take an Ayton injury or trade for Clingan to see enough action to be on the radar in most fantasy leagues.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Running with second unit Clingan will come off the bench Wednesday versus Golden State, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Clingan and DeAndre Ayton platooning center minutes will be a storyline to monitor throughout Portland season. Robert Williams is still on the mend from a Grade 1 hamstring strain suffered during training camp, generating a slight bump in available minutes in the frontcourt.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Trail Blazers visit Boys and Girls Club, Donovan Clingan dunks on smiling child The Blazers made their annual visit to the Boys and Girls Club, where they were as childlike as the kids then entertained.

OCTOBER 22 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Trail Blazers' Donovan Clingan flashes dominance The rookie center had 14 points and 20 rebounds in 24 minutes against the Utah Jazz.

OCTOBER 19 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Dominates glass in final tuneup Clingan scored 14 points (7-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt) while adding 20 rebounds, four assists and four blocks over 24 minutes in Friday's 124-86 preseason win over the Jazz.

Impact In Portland's final preseason game, Clingan simply dominated the glass, pulling down nearly twice as many boards as Utah's Walker Kessler and John Collins combined. The seventh overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft will be stuck in a bench role to begin the season behind DeAndre Ayton, but Clingan's rebounding and rejections might still provide fantasy utility right out of the gates.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Utah Clingan is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Jazz, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Clingan will get the start at center since Deandre Ayton (rest) will get the night off. Clingan is expected to open the 2024-25 regular season as the backup center behind Ayton, though he could see his role increase as the season progresses.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles off bench Sunday Clingan notched 10 points (5-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, a steal and two blocks across 18 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 108-85 preseason win over the Kings.

Impact Deandre Ayton will open the regular season as Portland's starting center, but Clingan has made his presence felt on both ends of the court throughout the season. That means the rookie could see decent minutes once the regular season begins, and he could very well win the backup role over Robert Williams (hamstring) even after the latter is deemed available to return to the hardwood. The Blazers open their regular season against the Pelicans on Oct. 23.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 8 • DATA SKRIVE

Blazers Rookie Donovan Clingan's Stregths, Weakness Can Both Help Portland It remains unclear just how much Donovan Clingan will play during the 2024-25 NBA season. And that's not an injury issue. The 7-foot-2 big m...

SEPTEMBER 14 • SI.COM

Won't play Sunday Clingan will not play in Sunday's Summer League finale against the Rockets, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Clingan will be shut down for the final game of Summer League and shift his focus to the regular season. The Uconn product left some to be desired offensively during Summer League but shined on the defensive end. His presence defensively could be enough to garner him playing time come the regular season.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Clingan Makes Easier For Trailblazers Portland's newest rookie Donovan Clingan has been impressive in several areas in Summer League thus far. While he hasn't excelled in scoring...

JULY 16 • SI.COM

Flirts with double-double Clingan totaled eight points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 11 rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 25 minutes during Monday's 97-95 Summer League win over the 76ers.

Impact Clingan had plenty of chances in the paint but was unable to capitalize, hitting only 36.4 percent of his tries from the field. However, he continues to be a menace on the defensive end, swatting away three shots after a five-block performance Saturday against San Antonio. Clingan's battle for playing time will continue Tuesday against the Wizards.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks five shots Clingan produced four points (1-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, one steal and five blocks in 27 minutes of Saturday's 83-77 Summer League loss to the Spurs.

Impact After being expected by many to be drafted in the first few picks, Clingan fell to No. 7 in the 2024 NBA Draft where the Trail Blazers happily scooped him up. Clingan has a 7-foot-2 frame and is an elite shot blocker, but his path to playing time won't be easy with the likes of Deandre Ayton and Robert Williams standing in his way early on.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

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