Nets' Jordi Fernandez talks Noah Clowney's hip injury, expectations

Brooklyn Nets general manager Jordi Fernandez has provided an update on the injury status of Noah Clowney.

Clowney, who is entering his second season with the Nets, is dealing with a hip injury that has kept him out of action since the preseason. Fernandez said that Clowney is making progress in his recovery, but there is still no timetable for his return.

Fernandez said that Clowney is "feeling better every day" and that he has started doing some light workouts.

However, Fernandez cautioned that Clowney is still not ready to participate in full practices or games. He said that the Nets are taking a cautious approach with Clowney's recovery, and they want to make sure that he is fully healthy before he returns to the court.

Fernandez also talked about the Nets' expectations for Clowney this season.

He said that Clowney is a "very talented player" who can help the Nets in a number of ways. Fernandez said that he expects Clowney to be a key contributor to the Nets' success this season.

Clowney is a 6-foot-11, 250-pound center who was drafted by the Nets with the 33rd overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. He averaged 7.4 points and 5.6 rebounds per game in his rookie season.

The Nets are hoping that Clowney can take a step forward in his development this season and become a more consistent contributor. He is expected to play a key role in the Nets' rotation, and he could even start at center if Nicolas Claxton is unable to play.

The Nets are scheduled to open the regular season on October 19th against the New Orleans Pelicans. It is unclear if Clowney will be ready to play in that game.