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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 place. With a playoff push still within reach,
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.
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 Posts Ridiculous Stat Line Despite Loss to Nuggets
The Portland Trail Blazers fell to the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday once again, marking their third straight defeat. However, in the game, rookie center Donovan
Donovan Clingan's rise makes Blazers' next move even more obvious
With Portland Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin opting to keep Robert Williams III and, to a lesser extent, Duop Reath past the trade deadline, the likelihood of moving off Deandre Ayton this summer has only increased. Portland doesn't need to roster four centers, three of whom are starting-caliber.
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’ Donovan Clingan a bright spot in lopsided loss at Denver
Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan, right, collects the ball as Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) defends in the second half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) AP AP
What Portland Needs to Become a Playoff Contender Again
If Portland wants to move from rebuilding to competing, they need to commit to a direction, develop their core, and make smart roster moves—but are they ready to take that next step?
Blazers Notes: Clingan Posts Epic Stat Line, Buyout Market Plans, Playoff Dreams
The Portland Trail Blazers came up short once again, losing 132-121 to the Denver Nuggets. While this seems to be the sign of ...
LeBron James scores 40 points to lead Lakers past Trail Blazers 110-102
LeBron James scored 40 points, including eight straight in a fourth-quarter surge, and Austin Reaves had 32 as the Los ...
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 ...
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3 Biggest surprises of the Trail Blazers' season so far
Although the Blazers didn't make a trade, Quick still gave them a "B" for their season grade so far. He referred to this year ...