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. 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.
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Status
ACTIVELatest Donovan Clingan news
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2024-25 Stats
GPMINPTSREBASTTOPF1516.66.05.90.20.92.82024-25 Rebounding
REBDREBOREB5.93.12.82024-25 Defensive
BLKSTL2.10.52024-25 Shooting
FG%2P%3P%FT%TS%55.4%57.6%33.3%72.7%60.3%2024-25 Advanced
+/-A/TOTD3DD2-380.201
Birthdate
2/23/2004 (20)
Status
ACT
HT/WT
7'2", 280 lbs
Draft Info
2024: Rd 1; Pk 7 (POR)
Birthplace
Bristol, CT, USA
Position
C
College
UConn
Career History
Portland Trail Blazers
2024-Present
(1 season)
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DraftKings points 20.5FanDuel Points 22.0PTS 7.5REB 6.4AST 0.3BLK 2.1STL 0.42PM 2.83PM 0.1FTM 1.6TO 1.1MIN 19.0CBSS fantasy points 15.9ESPN fantasy points 22.9Yahoo fantasy points 22.0
Pregame Probabilities
Record a double-double3%Record a triple-double0%Record 10 or more REB9%Record 4-plus 3-pointers0%Score 30 or more pts0%Record 10 or more AST0%
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. 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.
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. 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.
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. 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 Wednesday, so Clingan could be in line to make back-to-back starts at center. The rookie didn't have his best showing during his first career start 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' frontcourt remains depleted.
Clingan is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports. 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.
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. 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.
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. 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.
Clingan will come off the bench Wednesday versus Golden State, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports. 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.
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. 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.
Clingan is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Jazz, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports. 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.