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Nets decline to extend Noah Clowney but Jordi Fernandez praises consistency

As they do, the Brooklyn Nets declined to offer Noah Clowney an extension Monday, the deadline for such deals. Indeed, only eight players from the 2023 Draft were rewarded. Big names like Scoot Henderson, Anthony Black, Derick Lively II, Bilal…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 2:32 AM
Nets decline to extend Noah Clowney but Jordi Fernandez praises consistency
Key Things to Know
  • The Brooklyn Nets declined to offer forward Noah Clowney a contract extension before the deadline.
  • Noah Clowney will earn $5.4 million this season before entering restricted free agency next June.
  • Head coach Jordi Fernandez praised Clowney's consistency and expects him to play a significant role.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Brooklyn Nets chose not to offer forward Noah Clowney a contract extension prior to Monday's deadline. The 22-year-old will play the upcoming season on a $5.4 million deal and is slated to enter restricted free agency in June. Despite declining the extension, head coach Jordi Fernandez expressed high praise for Clowney's consistency and summer work ethic.

Clowney is expected to transition into a bench role behind Julius Randle this season. Although he averaged 12.3 points and 4.1 rebounds last year across 66 games, both Fernandez and Clowney noted the need for improved rebounding and focus, while Clowney emphasized his readiness to adapt to reduced minutes.

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