Clark played the final 3:08 of Thursday's 104-89 win over the Magic, missing his only field-goal attempt and recording a foul during his time on the court. Clark is in the midst of his second season as a two-way player for Minnesota, but his appearance in garbage time of Thursday's win marked his NBA debut. The No. 53 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft didn't see any action at the NBA or G League level last season while recovering from a torn Achilles tendon suffered during his time in college at UCLA. He was cleared to make his professional debut this past July in the Las Vegas Summer League and had made 20 appearances for the Iowa Wolves this season before being summoned to the parent club and getting the long-awaited chance to play for the Timberwolves on Thursday. Clark is likely to head back to Iowa in short order to see more consistent playing time.
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Career History
Clark played the final 3:08 of Thursday's 104-89 win over the Magic, missing his only field-goal attempt and recording a foul during his time on the court. Clark is in the midst of his second season as a two-way player for Minnesota, but his appearance in garbage time of Thursday's win marked his NBA debut. The No. 53 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft didn't see any action at the NBA or G League level last season while recovering from a torn Achilles tendon suffered during his time in college at UCLA. He was cleared to make his professional debut this past July in the Las Vegas Summer League and had made 20 appearances for the Iowa Wolves this season before being summoned to the parent club and getting the long-awaited chance to play for the Timberwolves on Thursday. Clark is likely to head back to Iowa in short order to see more consistent playing time.
The Timberwolves transferred Clark from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Sunday. Clark, who is on a two-way deal with the Timberwolves, will rejoin the club ahead of Monday's game against the Clippers. The 23-year-old's presence shouldn't cause any waves in the rotation, as he has yet to appear in a game at the NBA level.
Clark (undisclosed) said Monday that he has been ramping up his activity ahead of training camp and is expected to be a full participant this week, Andrew Dukowitz of Zone Coverage reports. Clark missed the entire 2023-24 season working his way back from a torn Achilles. He played in the Las Vegas Summer League but battled an undisclosed injury towards the end of it. The No. 53 overall pick in the 2023 Draft, Clark will need a strong training camp to make a case for a rotation spot.
Clark (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Sunday's Summer League matchup against the Magic, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports. Clark, a 2023 second-round pick, missed his entire rookie campaign while rehabbing from a torn Achilles, but he returned to action during the Las Vegas Summer League. He posted four points (1-8 FG), two assists, a rebound, a steal and a block in 22 minutes during Thursday's win over the Rockets.
Clark (Achilles) has been cleared for full-contact, 5-on-5 basketball activities, and he will participate in the Summer League. The 2023 No. 53 overall pick spent the 2023-24 season rehabbing a torn Achilles, but he will make his return to game action in the Summer League. The 22-year-old last played in 2022-23 for UCLA, during which he averaged 13.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.6 steals and 1.9 assists over 30 games. However, Clark's final collegiate season was cut short due to his Achilles injury, a season in which he was named the Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year and to the All-Pac-12 Second Team.
Clark (Achilles) is out for Friday's game versus the Hawks. Clark has yet to suit up this season while recovering from right Achilles surgery. He should be considered doubtful for Sunday's matchup with Phoenix.
Clark (Achilles) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets. Clark has yet to play in 2023-24 due to a right Achilles injury. At this point, it seems unlikely he will suit up this season.
Clark (Achilles) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards. Clark continues to rehab from an Achilles injury. He's yet to play this season.
Clark (Achilles) will not play Sunday against the Lakers. Clark hasn't made an appearance this season as he continues to rehab his Achilles injury.