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Trail Blazers seek greater consistency from Donovan Clingan
The Portland Trail Blazers will need more consistent production from rookie center Donovan Clingan than they received during Thursday night’s loss to the Los Angeles Lakers to remain in contention for a postseason berth.
Blazers’ Rookie Donovan Clingan is Turning Heads—What Does This Mean for Ayton?
With Deandre Ayton sidelined, rookie Donovan Clingan has stepped up, showing the defensive presence and rebounding dominance the Blazers have been missing. As he continues to shine, Portland may have a major decision to make about its long-term frontcourt plans.
Blazers Injuries Open the Door for Donovan Clingan
Donovan Clingan was one of only two additions to the Portland Trail Blazers roster last offseason. The 7’2 big, taken with the seventh pick in June, arrived with an exciting defensive skillset and unrealized offensive potential after two successful years at UConn.
Trail Blazers’ Donovan Clingan steps into starting role: ‘I’m definitely ready'
“I’m definitely ready,” Clingan said. “I put a lot of work into getting my body and my conditioning right to the point where it’s at and I’m gonna keep on going to get better and better.” Playing well against a center the caliber of Jokic only enhanced Clingan’s belief in his abilities.
Trail Blazers' Chauncey Billups details importance of upcoming games for Donovan Clingan
Donovan Clingan is set to play a more prominent role and coach Chauncey Billups is eager to see how he responds over their upcoming stretch.
Blazers Rookie Donovan Clingan Reacts to Earning Starting Role
The Portland Trail Blazers are facing a critical moment in their season, with hopes of securing a play-in tournament spot still alive despite sitting in 13th pl
Trail Blazers' Donovan Clingan: Modest totals in defeat
Clingan totaled six points (3-4 FG), six rebounds, three blocks and one steal across 17 minutes during Thursday's 110-102 loss to the Lakers.
Trail Blazers' Chauncey Billups reacts to Donovan Clingan's career night
Trail Blazers rookie Donovan Clingan reached a new career high on Monday, and earned a bit of praise from coach Chauncey Billups afterward.
Blazers HC Chauncey Billups Offers Harsh Critique of Donovan Clingan After Latest Start
Fourth-year Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups recently offered up some measured criticism for the club's prized rookie center Donovan Clingan. The 7-foot-2 behemoth was selected with ...
Jimmy Butler’s fantasy basketball impact, Donovan Clingan, and Dallas’ Doncic-less downfall
Stan Son gives fantasy basketball advice for the stretch run, including his thoughts on Jimmy Butler's fit with the Warriors.
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Billups gives Donovan Clingan homework
The Blazers coach wants the rookie to be tougher and more aggressive in the paint during Deandre Ayton's absence.
2024 NBA Re-Draft: Do the Hornets target Donovan Clingan, Dalton Knecht instead?
With the benefit of hindsight, a ton of teams would probably like a redo on the 2024 NBA Draft. Considered a weak draft class ...
Major Injury Puts Blazers in a Tough Spot
With Deandre Ayton sidelined for at least a month, the Blazers are forced to adjust on the fly. Can rookie Donovan Clingan ...
Pick up Clingan, Williams III with Wembanyama out
With Victor Wembanyama's absence set to dramatically impact fantasy rosters, Raphielle Johnson and Noah Rubin highlight ...
What has plagued UConn's quest for a three-peat and can the Huskies right the ship?
A lack of depth, consistency and desperation have led to UConn's roller-coaster season, but can the Huskies' win over Villanova help propel them to a strong finish heading into the NCAA Tournament?
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Alert: United States beats Canada 3-1 to wrap up a spot in the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game next week in Boston
Seton Hall snaps a nine-game losing streak with win over the UConn men's basketball team. Donovan Clingan attends UConn men's basketball game vs. Seton Hall in Newark Donovan Clingan is averaging ...