Clowney is part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Jazz, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.
Clowney will slot in at the power forward slot in place of Dorian Finney-Smith (calf) on Saturday. Clowney is averaging 7.6 points and 3.4 rebounds across 17.8 minutes per game this season.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Comes close to double-double
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Clowney had 11 points (3-10 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds and one assist over 37 minutes during Thursday's 101-94 win over the Raptors.
Clowney scored in double digits for the fifth time this season and came close to a double-double after grabbing nine rebounds, a season-high mark for him. He also logged a season-high 37 minutes in this win, and he seems to be trending in the right direction after missing seven games between Nov. 25 and Dec. 8 due to an ankle injury. Clowney appears to have replaced Trendon Watford in the rotation, so he should continue to see regular minutes going forward.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Replaces Watford in rotation
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Clowney (ankle) tallied 12 points (4-10 FG, 4-10 3Pt), four rebounds and two blocks across 18 minutes in Friday's 135-119 loss to the Grizzlies.
Clowney saw his first game action since Nov. 24, after he had previously missed time with a left ankle sprain. The Nets had cleared Clowney to play in their previous contest last Sunday against the Bucks, but it wasn't until Friday that he re-entered the rotation, taking the spot of Trendon Watford, who went unused in a coach's decision. Though Clowney fared well during his time on the court, he may not see his minutes climb much further while Brooklyn is at full strength in the frontcourt.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Re-evaluated in two weeks
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Brooklyn announced Wednesday that Clowney has been diagnosed with a left ankle sprain and will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
The Nets have been battered by injuries and are hurting for depth across all five positions. Fortunately for Brooklyn, Day'Ron Sharpe (hamstring) is expected back in about a week. In the meantime, Trendon Watford and Jalen Wilson could step into increased roles.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Clowney (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Suns, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Clowney sustained the left ankle sprain during the fourth quarter of Sunday's win over the Kings. The big man also missed the second leg of the back-to-back set during Monday's win over the Warriors. The 20-year-old underwent an MRI and the results have yet to come in, though if he misses additional time Trendon Watford will likely see an uptick in minutes off the bench. Clowney's next chance to feature will come Friday versus the Magic.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Out Monday
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Clowney (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Warriors, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Clowney suffered a left ankle injury during the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Kings, so it's not surprising to see him sidelined for the second half of Brooklyn's back-to-back set. With Ben Simmons (back/rest) and Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) also sidelined, Trendon Watford (hamstring), Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams are candidates for increased roles.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Adds 15 off bench
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Clowney finished with 15 points (5-13 FG, 5-10 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block over 20 minutes during Monday's 107-105 victory over the Pelicans.
Clowney's scoring production in Monday's win was certainly a surprise considering he'd put up 18 total points over his last four matchups combined. He did all of his damage from beyond the arc, an area in which he'd struggled entering the night. Clowney is now 12-for-26 from downtown over nine games this season.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Available to play Friday
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Clowney (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Celtics, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.
Clowney was deemed questionable with a non-COVID illness, but the big man will add depth in the frontcourt in this matchup against the reigning champions. Clowney is averaging 6.1 points and 3.3 rebounds across 16.1 minutes per game in seven appearances (one start) this season.
Clowney (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Celtics, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
While Clowney could miss Friday's game due to an illness, he had missed Brooklyn's previous contest with a hip injury. If Clowney is ruled out against Boston, Nic Claxton, Ben Simmons and Dorian Finney-Smith will likely soak up most of the team's minutes in the frontcourt.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Doesn't practice Thursday
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Clowney (hip) didn't participate in Thursday's practice due to an illness, and his status for Friday's game versus Boston is uncertain, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Clowney missed Brooklyn's previous contest Monday due to a sore right hip, but it's unclear if that injury or the illness is posing a greater threat to his chances of playing Friday. If Clowney is forced to sit out a second straight contest, Dorian Finney-Smith could assume a greater share of the available minutes at power forward, while Nic Claxton and Ben Simmons (back) would likely fill all the minutes at center.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Gets starting nod Tuesday
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Clowney will enter the starting five in Tuesday's matchup versus the Nuggets, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
With Tuesday being the first game of a back-to-back set, Ben Simmons (back) will rest, and Clowney will join the starters for the first time this season. The 20-year-old has averaged 9.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals-plus-blocks across 17.3 minutes per game in three regular-season outings thus far.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Team option picked up
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The Nets picked up their 2025-2026 team option for Clowney on Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
This transaction was merely a formality for the Nets. Clowney has a bright future with the franchise and is averaging 9.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 0.7 steals in 17.3 minutes through the first three games of the campaign.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Subdued performance in loss
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Clowney racked up seven points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one block and one steal over 15 minutes during Wednesday's 120-116 loss to the Hawks.
Clowney logged 15 minutes off the bench, less than what managers would have been hoping for. After some early preseason hype, Clowney's assumed role regressed, seeing him fall in drafts, to the point where he was not a must-draft player. Although his per-minute production was more than adequate, it appears as though the playing time is going to come up short. He makes for a nice stash should your league settings be suitable. If and when the Nets fall out of playoff contention, Clowney could certainly step into a larger role.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Drawing start Wednesday
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Clowney will enter the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason contest against Philadelphia, Sam DiGiovanni of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Clowney starts in place of Ben Simmons (rest). Clowney continuing to get reps as Brooklyn's hybrid power forward and center is enabled by Nic Claxton's (hamstring) absence as well.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Puts up 11 points off bench
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Clowney finished with 11 points (5-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two steals across 22 minutes in Monday's 131-92 preseason win over the Wizards.
Clowney is fighting for minutes in the frontcourt ahead of the regular-season opener against the Hawks on Oct. 23, and the big man has been delivering solid performances in the preseason. Clowney has a clear path at logging backup minutes behind Nic Claxton (hamstring) once the regular season begins, as both Trendon Watford and Day'Ron Sharpe, Clowney's most significant threats to earn playing time, are dealing with hamstring injuries and might not be available for the regular-season opener.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Drills five triples in win
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Clowney converted five three-pointers on eight attempts and tallied 18 points (6-11 FG, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, four assists, two steals and two turnovers across 34 minutes in Thursday's Summer League win over Orlando.
Clowney was hot from beyond the arc, but there's no reason to overreact to one exhibition game in July. He attempted a total of 33 three-pointers last season and converted only 12 of them, and prior to today's outburst, he had gone 3-of-13 from distance in Las Vegas. Still, Clowney remains an exciting prospect, but as long as Nic Claxton is in Brooklyn, his upside will be muted.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Continues flashing talent
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Clowney totaled 16 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 41 minutes during Sunday's 107-86 loss to the 76ers.
Clowney's versatility was on display across Brooklyn's last six contests, posting at least four blocks on two occasions, as well as grabbing 10 rebounds on two occasions, while Sunday marked his third game with 15-plus points and multiple made threes. The 6-foot-10 rookie lacks a defensive niche, but if his shot continues developing and he proves to be able to defend in space, Clowney has the makings of a future rotation player.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Hosts block party
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Clowney ended with 10 points (5-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist, seven blocks and one steal across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 106-102 win over the Raptors.
Clowney recorded a season-high seven blocks during Wednesday's win over the Raptors. After registering just four swats over his first 18 appearances in 2023-24, the rookie forward has now tallied 11 over his last three outings. If Dorian Finney-Smith (knee) continues to miss time, Clowney could remain in the starting lineup for Brooklyn's final two games.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Good to go against Chicago
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Clowney (back) is available for Friday's game versus the Bulls.
Clowney has been upgraded from probable to available Friday despite dealing with a back contusion. The rookie forward has averaged 2.6 points and 3.0 rebounds in 10.4 minutes across his last five appearances.
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Nets' Noah Clowney: Returns to NBA
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The Nets recalled Clowney from the G League's Long Island Nets on Saturday.
Clowney will be available for Saturday's game versus the Pacers. However, the rookie forward is unlikely to receive significant playing time.
