Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Sees minutes in blowout loss
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Clark supplied two points (1-1 FG), one rebound and one steal in seven minutes during Wednesday's 124-94 loss to Oklahoma City in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals.
Clark appeared in five playoff games for the Timberwolves this season, all of which were decided by more than 20 points. The rookie guard saw inconsistent playing time for Minnesota in 2024-25, averaging 4.1 points and 1.3 rebounds in 13.1 minutes across 40 regular-season appearances.
Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Plays 17 minutes off bench
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Clark had eight points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-8 FT), three rebounds, four assists and three steals in 17 minutes during Sunday's 128-102 victory over the Jazz.
With Mike Conley resting, Minnesota still blew out Utah, allowing Clark to play 17 minutes, his most since Feb. 24. He took advantage of the playing time, recording a season-high four steals while falling one short of his high-water mark in steals.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Used sparingly again Friday
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Clark had two points (1-1 FG), one assist and one steal over five minutes during Friday's 118-111 victory over Orlando.
Clark managed just five minutes, continuing to play a reduced role now that the Timberwolves are largely healthy. He has now failed to score more than five points in eight of the past nine games, adding very little in terms of peripheral production. Barring more injuries to other players, Clark should continue to serve as a depth piece.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Back to bench role Friday
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Clark is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Jazz.
The Timberwolves are tweaking their lineup for this matchup and Clark will return to the bench, as Terrence Shannon will be making the first start of his NBA career. Clark is averaging 4.5 points and 1.5 rebounds across 13.9 minutes per game when playing off the bench this season.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: To get standard contract
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Minnesota will convert Clark's two-way contract to a two-year, standard contract, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.
Clark has emerged as a reliable rotation player for Minnesota, averaging 6.9 points and 1.7 rebounds while shooting 47.4 percent from the field and 44 percent from beyond the arc in 11 February outings. With Clark occupying a standard roster spot, the Timberwolves will be signing Bones Hyland to a two-way contract.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Available vs. OKC
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Clark (neck) is available for Monday's game against the Thunder, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.
Head coach Chris Finch confirmed Clark's availability for this matchup, though that might not matter much in most fantasy formats. The former UCLA standout averages a mere 14.9 minutes per game in his 16 appearances (two starts) this season.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Listed as questionable
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Clark is questionable for Monday's game against the Thunder due to neck soreness.
Clark recorded 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt), four steals and one rebound in 17 minutes of a start Sunday against the Thunder before leaving the game for good. With Minnesota shorthanded again, Clark could see a healthy workload if he's able to shake this questionable tag.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Injures neck Sunday
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Clark has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Thunder due to neck pain.
Clark exited the game in the third quarter after taking a fall on a layup attempt. He concluded the contest with 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt), four steals and one rebound in 17 minutes of play. Terrence Shannon could move into an increased role off the Minnesota bench if Clark isn't available for Minnesota's next game Monday in Oklahoma City.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Heads to locker room Sunday
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Clark went to the locker room after suffering an apparent head injury, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Clark left for the locker room in the third quarter after taking a fall on a layup attempt. After getting up, Clark seemed a little dazed, so it wouldn't be surprising if he is being evaluated for a concussion. If he is unable to return, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Terrence Shannon could see extra minutes.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Starting Sunday
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Clark is in the Timberwolves' starting lineup against the Thunder on Sunday.
Clark will make his second start of the season Sunday while Nickeil Alexander-Walker comes off the bench. Clark's first start came Feb. 13 against Oklahoma City, when he finished with four points, three rebounds, one assist and two steals over 24 minutes in a 116-101 win.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Resumes bench role Friday
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Clark will come off the bench during Friday's game against the Rockets.
As a result of Conley returning to the starting lineup, Clark will return to a bench role in Friday's game in Houston. The 23-year-old guard is averaging 4.8 points and 1.5 rebounds in 13.5 minutes per game in a reserve role for Minnesota this season.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Receives first career start
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Clark will enter the starting lineup in Thursday's game against the Thunder.
With Rudy Gobert (back) on the shelf, Clark will receive his first career start after making his NBA debut just over one month ago. The 23-year-old has scored in double figures in two of his last five appearances, during which he has averaged 7.4 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.2 three-pointers across 20.2 minutes per contest.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Makes NBA debut
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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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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Called up from G League
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The Timberwolves recalled 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 make his NBA debut.
Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Ready for training camp
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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.
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Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark: Won't play Sunday
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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.
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