History of Donovan Clingan in Timeline
Donovan Clingan is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA. He gained prominence during his college career with the UConn Huskies, where he was instrumental in their consecutive national championships in 2023 and 2024. Clingan's contributions to UConn's success have marked him as a notable talent in the basketball world, leading to his professional career.
February 23, 2004: Donovan Clingan's Birth
On February 23, 2004, Donovan John Clingan was born. He is an American professional basketball player.
March 2018: Death of Stacey Clingan
In March 2018, Donovan Clingan's mother, Stacey Clingan, passed away from breast cancer.
July 2, 2021: Clingan commits to UConn
On July 2, 2021, Donovan Clingan committed to play college basketball at UConn, choosing them over offers from several other universities.
2022: State Championship
In 2022, Donovan Clingan led Bristol Central High School's boys basketball team to a Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference Division II state championship.
December 20, 2023: Clingan's Foot Injury
On December 20, 2023, Donovan Clingan suffered a foot injury during a game against Seton Hall.
2023: UConn National Championship Win
In 2023, Donovan Clingan scored four points in the national championship game as UConn won 76-59.
January 17, 2024: Clingan Returns from Injury
On January 17, 2024, Donovan Clingan returned from a foot injury, scoring six points in a win over Creighton.
April 12, 2024: Clingan Declares for NBA Draft
On April 12, 2024, Donovan Clingan declared for the 2024 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.
June 26, 2024: Clingan Drafted by Portland Trail Blazers
On June 26, 2024, Donovan Clingan was selected by the Portland Trail Blazers with the seventh overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. He chose jersey number 23.
October 23, 2024: Clingan's NBA Debut
On October 23, 2024, Donovan Clingan made his NBA debut in a loss to the Golden State Warriors.
