Will McClendon - College Basketball News & Rumors

Tallies 10 in Pepperdine debut McClendon (leg) had 10 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT0 to go along with three assists, two rebounds and a steal across 25 minutes off the bench in Monday's 86-85 loss to Cornell.

Impact McClendon's 2025-26 campaign with North Texas was cut short after just four games due to season-ending leg surgery, but the former UCLA guard was back in action for Pepperdine's opener. He ended up seeing more minutes than any other reserve player in what was essentially a nine-man rotation, suggesting a clean bill of health to begin his final year of collegiate eligibility.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Commits to Pepperdine McClendon (leg) has committed to Pepperdine, Deshaun London of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact McClendon has committed to Pepperdine after spending the 2025-26 season at North Texas. He averaged 13.0 ppg last season and should compete for rotation minutes.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Enters portal McClendon (leg) is entering the transfer portal, Sam Kayser of League Ready reports.

Impact McClendon, who only appeared in four games this past season with North Texas due to a leg injury, will search for a new school this offseason. He started his career with two seasons at UCLA, then transferred to San Jose State before landing with North Texas this past season. It's unclear if his injury will impact his prospects in the portal.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Season is over McClendon (leg) is set to have season-ending surgery on his leg, the team's official "X" page announced Thursday.

Impact McClendon suited up in four games before getting injured and was a notable contributor, averaging 13 points, four rebounds and 2.5 assists per contest. His absence should open up more opportunities for EJ Horton and Curtis Stinson in the backcourt. McClendon will likely look to receive a medical redshirt to return for one more season.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Friday McClendon didn't play in Friday's 80-49 loss to Saint Mary's due to a leg injury, Brett Vito of The Denton Record-Chronicle reports.

Impact McClendon landed awkwardly after a shot and was helped off the court by North Texas trainers, who later gave him crutches so he could move around. There's no timetable for McClendon's return, but it wouldn't be surprising if he were to miss a couple of games even in a best-case scenario. North Texas' next game is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 20, at home against Central Arkansas.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs minutes off bench McClendon (knee) did appear off the bench in Wednesday's exhibition game against UL-Lafayette.

Impact McClendon missed the final 10 games of the 2024-25 season due to a knee injury. Before that, he was averaging 12 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists while starting all 24 games he was active for San Jose State. His experience and prior production should land him an immediate role with his new team when the regular season kicks off Monday.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lands at North Texas McClendon will transfer to North Texas, Dushawn London of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact McClendon averaged 12.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists in his first season seeing legitimate starting action after transferring from UCLA to San Jose State. The 6-foot-3 guard can shoot the three ball (35 percent from downtown in back-to-back seasons) and brings plenty of experience, including 60 games at the high-major level, to the Mean Green.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Entering transfer portal McClendon has decided to enter the transfer portal, Jeff Goodman of TheFieldof68.com reports.

Impact The 6-foot-3 junior, a top 50 recruit from the class of 2021, will look for more opportunities elsewhere after a solid season in 2024-25. He averaged 12 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists this season for the Spartans.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out against UNLV McClendon (knee) is out for San Jose State's game Tuesday against UNLV, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Currently for February, Tuesday includes San Jose State's last game. During the month, he averaged 10.3 points.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP again Saturday McClendon (knee) did not play in Saturday's game against Wyoming.

Impact McClendon has missed four consecutive games due to a knee injury. The junior guard will hope to be available for Tuesday's meeting with UNLV.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Wednesday McClendon (knee) did not play in San Jose State's 105-57 loss to Utah State on Wednesday.

Impact McClendon was held out of Wednesday's contest while dealing with a knee injury, marking his third consecutive missed game. The 6-foot-3 junior was listed as questionable heading into Wednesday's contest but was downgraded to out prior to tip-off. McClendon has been an impact player in his time on the floor for the Spartans, averaging 12 points per game across 24 contests since transferring in from UCLA in the off-season. His next chance to return will come against Wyoming on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Once again questionable McClendon (knee) is questionable for the Spartans' game Wednesday at Utah State, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact McClendon was questionable before the Spartans and San Diego State logged their mid-February game. He did not play then. Ideally for McClendon, the Spartans' upcoming matchup will be different.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday McClendon (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Nevada, Aaron Johnson of the Spear SJSU reports.

Impact McClendon will miss a second consecutive game due to a knee injury that he likely picked up during San Jose State's 79-52 loss to Boise State. Latrell Davis will likely remain in the starting lineup for Friday night's game due to McClendon's absence. McClendon's next chance to play is Wednesday against Utah State.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday McClendon (knee) will not play in Tuesday's game against SDSU, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact McClendon will miss his first game since Dec. 9 as he deals with a knee injury. The junior guard will aim to be back in the lineup for Friday's meeting with Nevada.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against SDSU McClendon (knee) is questionable for the Spartans' game Tuesday against San Diego State, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact McClendon suffered a knee injury between the Spartans' latest and upcoming games, hence his questionable status. With the Spartans already expected to miss Josh Uduje (elbow/back), it is crucial they have McClendon available for a tough home defense against San Diego State, one of the Mountain West Conference's more consistent teams.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McClendon has 20 as San Jose State takes down Air Force 69-62

Led by Will McClendon's 20 points, the San Jose State Spartans defeated the Air Force Falcons 69-62

JANUARY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs 17 in return McClendon (illness) had 17 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds and two assists across 34 minutes during Saturday's 107-100 OT victory over Cal Poly.

Impact McClendon missed San Jose State's last game against Lincoln (CA), but made his return and was instrumental in helping the Spartans stave off Cal Poly in overtime. The guard wasn't shy about seeking his shot, especially from distance. McClendon will look to keep up his hot scoring start to the year against Kennesaw State on Dec. 21.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Monday McClendon did not play in Monday's game against Lincoln University Oakland.

Impact McClendon did not suit up for the first time this season as he could be dealing with some type of injury. The junior guard will aim to be back for Saturday's meeting with Cal-Poly San Luis Obispo.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

San Jose State lands UCLA transfer Will McClendon Ex-UCLA guard Will McClendon is transferring to San Jose State for the 2024-25 season.”Will McClendon brings the type of character and talen...

MAY 24, 2024 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Puts name in portal McClendon will enter the transfer portal, Eric Bossi of 247Sports.com reports Thursday.

Impact McClendon appeared in 60 games for the Bruins over the course of his career in Los Angeles, but only started four. His best performance this past season came when he dropped 13 points against Stanford in early February. The former blue-chip recruit should bounce back to another high-major program via the portal this offseason.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to bench Saturday McClendon is not in the starting lineup to face Arizona State on Saturday.

Impact McClendon got a surprising start earlier this week, but he'll head back to the bench with Sebastian Mack recovering his regular role in the first unit. McClendon is averaging 4.3 points and 3.4 rebounds per game this season, numbers that won't make much of an impact in fantasy decisions.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

UCLA Basketball: Will McClendon On Bruins Season Ending, "There's Not A Lot Of Room For Error" Will McClendon comments on the Bruins season wrapping up, and what the team needs to do to push forward.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Will McClendon Talks Illness, Bouncing Back Against Washington UCLA shooting guard Will McClendon talked this week about dealing with a respiratory illness and how the team bounced back against Washingto...

JANUARY 17, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Miniscule role continues McClendon ended Sunday's 73-61 victory over Washington with three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 12 minutes.

Impact McClendon is averaging 2.4 points and 2.8 rebounds across his last five games. Even with Sebastian Mack and Dylan Andrews struggling with efficiency at times, McClendon has not produced at a relevant level. Despite his raw freshman profile, Jan Vide logged more playing time than McClendon on Sunday as well.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will McClendon Discusses Confidence in His Shot, What it Takes to Win UCLA guard Will McClendon talked about his confidence in his shot, what it takes to win, and having Jaime back for practice today.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

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McClendon has 20 as San Jose State takes down Air Force 69-62