Alex Hemenway Injury News & Updates
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Could miss a month
Head coach Brad Brownell indicated that Hemenway could potentially be out for a month, Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
Brownell said Hemenway's injury is unrelated to previous ailments, adding that his trainer hadn't seen the injury before. The senior guard has averaged 5.2 points per game through five contests for the Tigers this season.
Nov 29, 2023
Tending to lower body injury
Hemenway did not play in Tuesday's 85-77 victory over Alabama due to a lower body injury, Jon Blau of the Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway has seen a minutes reduction as a reserve in his fifth collegiate season and is coming off back-to-back contests in which he's logged exactly 10 minutes. It appears injury is to blame for Tuesday's absence, however, with Hemenway's next chance to take the court coming Sunday at Pitt.
Nov 10, 2023
Makes three of four three-pointers
Hemenway logged nine points (3-4 FG, 3-4 3Pt), three assists and one block across his 21 minutes during Clemson's 78-56 win Monday against Winthrop.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway scored all his points using three-pointers Monday. The redshirt senior's latest log is unsurprising, considering they are his forte. Despite never having averaged multiple three-pointers made across four seasons, Hemenway was consistent during all of them. He never logged a three-point percentage below 38.7.
Nov 6, 2023
Active Monday
Hemenway (hamstring) is not listed on Clemson's injury report ahead of Monday's matchup with Winthrop, Faxon Childress of 1055 The ROAR reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway will be available for the Tigers on Monday as they open their 2023-24 campaign against Winthrop. The 6-foot-4 senior, who was dealing with a preseason hamstring issue, averaged 6.9 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 20 appearances last season.
Nov 1, 2023
Sits out exhibition game
Hemenway (hamstring) did not play during Clemson's exhibition game Wednesday against Newberry.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway had been working his way back from a plantar fascia tear, but it was not that keeping him out Wednesday. According to Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier, he has been dealing with a hamstring injury, one currently without any specification about it. With the 2023-24 Tigers no longer having preseason action scheduled, that means Hemenway's next chance to play will be when they begin their regular season by hosting Winthrop on Monday.
Aug 24, 2023
Dealing with foot injury
Hemenway is working his way back from a plantar fascia tear, Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
The plantar fascia tear has reportedly been repaired, but the Hemenway is not yet all the way back. However, the injury isn't expected to keep him out for an extended period of time at this juncture. The guard decided to return to Clemson this spring for a fifth year after putting up 6.9 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 20 games and 24.0 minutes.
Apr 7, 2023
Returning for one more season
Hemenway (abdomen) intends to return to Clemson for the 2023-24 season and use his fifth year of eligibility, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway, who sat out the 2023 ACC Tournament after undergoing an emergency appendectomy, intends to continue his collegiate career with the Tigers. He started Clemson's first 12 games of last season, but after returning from a 10-game absence due to a foot injury Hemenway player a more limited role to wrap up the year.
Mar 16, 2023
DNP against Morehead State
Hemenway (abdomen) did not play during Clemson's 68-64 loss to Morehead State on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway sat out Clemson's first and only game of the 2023 National Invitation Tournament. Now, the Tigers have no more games left to play this season. That leaves Hemenway with a crucial decision, one in which the senior must choose to either serve a fifth year or finish off his collegiate career after graduating.
Mar 6, 2023
Will sit out ACC Tournament
Hemenway will sit out the 2023 ACC Tournament because of an abdominal injury, according to Pete Yanity of WSPA 7News.
ANALYSIS
Clemson's head coach Brad Brownell announced Hemenway underwent an emergency appendectomy Monday morning. He will sit out until at least March Madness, though his current availability for that tournament is questionable.
Feb 28, 2023
Three points in loss
Hemenway (undisclosed) had three points (1-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and one steal in 18 minutes during Tuesday's loss against Virginia.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway didn't play Saturday against NC State but returned to the court Tuesday and played his most minutes since mid-December. The senior started Clemson's first 12 games of the season but has averaged just 10.4 minutes over his past seven contests since he returned from a 10-game absence due to a foot injury.
Feb 27, 2023
DNP at North Carolina State
Hemenway (undisclosed) did not play during the Tigers' game Saturday at North Carolina State.
ANALYSIS
An undisclosed problem prevented Hemenway from participating in the Tigers' latest game. Currently, their next matchup is scheduled at Virginia on Tuesday.
Feb 1, 2023
Silent in return
Hemenway recorded zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and two steals across 15 minutes during Tuesday's 62-54 loss to Boston College.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway returned to the lineup for the first time Tuesday since he suffered a foot injury back on Dec. 17. Although the 6-foot-4 senior started in Clemson's first 12 games to open the season, he came off the bench versus the Eagles and was eased into the rotation, seeing 15 minutes of action and taking just one field-goal attempt in the process. Hemenway is bound to be more aggressive throughout the Tigers' upcoming contests considering the 9.8 points and 2.5 rebounds he averaged pre-injury.
Jan 31, 2023
Expected to play Tuesday
Hemenway (foot) is expected to return Tuesday against Boston College, Matt Connolly reports.
ANALYSIS
The senior is expected to return to action Tuesday against Boston College after missing the last 10 games due to a foot injury. This would be a big addition for the Tigers as Hemenway is averaging 9.8 points and 2.5 rebounds per game this season.
Jan 31, 2023
Day-to-day with foot injury
Hemenway (foot) remains day-to-day ahead of Tuesday's matchup with Boston College, Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway, who has missed the last 10 games with a foot injury, will remain questionable to suit up on Tuesday. The 6-foot-4 senior has started in 12 games this season, logging 9.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists on 32.3 minutes per game. If Hemenway is ultimately unable to suit up, his next opportunity to return will come on Saturday against Miami.
Jan 28, 2023
Likely out again Saturday
Hemenway (foot) likely remains out Saturday versus Florida State, Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway returned to practice in a limited capacity earlier this week, but it doesn't appear he's ready to retake the floor in game action yet. Look for word of the senior warming up to precede his return to action.
Jan 27, 2023
Back at practice
Hemenway (foot) has returned to practice in a limited capacity, Matt Connolly of On3.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway has missed over a month due to his foot injury but has been doing some light work during practice recently. Coach Brad Brownwell hopes Hemenway could return as early as Saturday against Florida State, but it wouldn't be surprising to see the guard face limitations once he's cleared to play.
Jan 24, 2023
Not yet ready to return
Hemenway (foot) won't play in Tuesday's game against Georgia Tech, Matt Connolly of Rivals.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway is reportedly trending in the right direction, but the medical staff has yet to clear him for a return to the court. He's been sidelined since Dec. 21 due to a foot injury.
Jan 23, 2023
Could be available this week
Hemenway (foot) could be available this week, according to Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier.
ANALYSIS
When asked a question concerning the availability of Hemenway this week, Clemson's head coach Brad Brownell said "there is a chance" that he could be available. The team hosts Georgia Tech on Tuesday.
Jan 21, 2023
Missing another game Saturday
Hemenway (foot) is not dressed out ahead of Saturday's game against Virginia Tech, Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway will miss his eighth consecutive game while recovering from a foot injury. His next chance to return will come Tuesday against Georgia Tech.
Jan 17, 2023
Out at Wake Forest
Hemenway (foot) will sit out Clemson's game Tuesday at Wake Forest, according to Conor O'Neill of Rivals.com.
ANALYSIS
During an interview Monday, Clemson's head coach Brad Brownell said Hemenway is still not practicing. The senior will have logged seven absences because of his injured foot. Hemenway's next opportunity to return is when the Tigers host Virginia Tech on Saturday.
Jan 16, 2023
Inactive Monday
Hemenway (foot) is inactive for Monday's practice, Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway has been unable to return to practice as he continues to deal with plantar fasciitis. The senior guard who has missed the last six games for Clemson, is unlikely to suit up this week.
Jan 9, 2023
Out Wednesday
Hemenway (foot) will be inactive for Wednesday's matchup with Louisville, Jon Blau of The Charleston Post and Courier reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway is set to miss his fifth straight game for the Tigers due to a foot injury. The 6-foot-4 senior has been an integral part of Clemson's rotation this season, averaging 9.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists on 32.3 minutes per game. Hemenway remains doubtful to play on Saturday against Duke.
Jan 7, 2023
Remains sidelined Saturday
Hemenway (foot) is out for Saturday's game versus Pittsburgh, Matt Connolly of Rivals.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway will miss his fourth straight game Saturday due to a foot injury. His next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with Louisville.
Jan 4, 2023
Set to miss third straight
Hemenway (foot) will not play in Wedesday's game against Virginia Tech, Matt Connolly of Rivals.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway will miss his third straight game while dealing with a foot injury. Dillon Hunter has started in place of Hemenway over the last two games and will continue to play this role. Hemenway's next chance to return is Saturday against Pittsburgh.
Dec 30, 2022
Remaining out Friday
Hemenway (foot) is inactive for Friday's game against NC State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway is set to miss his second-consecutive game with a foot injury. The 6-foot-4 senior has started in 12 games this season, logging 9.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists on 32.3 minutes per game. Dillon Hunter is likely to see another game with an expanded role in his absence.
Dec 21, 2022
Won't play Wednesday
Hemenway is out for Wednesday's game versus Georgia Tech due to a foot injury.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway will miss his first game of the season Wednesday. His next opportunity to play is next Friday's matchup with North Carolina State. The senior forward is averaging 9.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 32.3 minutes across 12 games this season.
Nov 22, 2022
Perfect from field Monday
Hemenway ended with 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-3 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 28 minutes during Monday's 72-41 win over Loyola Maryland.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway had his most efficient performance of the season, as he didn't miss a single shot from the field en route to posting his second double-digit scoring performance, and the second time he does this in his last three appearances. He's been a regular starter for Clemson in the opening weeks of the season and is averaging 10.0 points with 2.2 rebounds per contest in his first five outings.
Nov 16, 2022
Efficient in win Tuesday
Hemenway finished Tuesday's 81-70 win over USC Upstate with 18 points (7-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 26 minutes.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway scored 10 points combined across his first two games of the season, but be broke out in a big way -- he only missed two of his nine shots en route to a season-high scoring mark. Hemenway has also looked very good from deep of late, going 5-for-7 across his last two outings after going 1-for-6 in the opener.
Aug 7, 2022
Drains nine threes on foreign tour
Hemenway is shooting well for the Tigers while they are on their foreign tour, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sportsreports.
ANALYSIS
Clemson has won both of the games on their foreign tour, and it seems as if Hemenway's offense is playing a large factor. The senior is averaging 18.0 points per game and has made nine of his 15 three-point attempts. The guard averaged 5.2 points and 1.3 three-pointers per game last season, and could be a crucial piece of the Clemson offense if he brings his performance on the foreign tour back to the States.
Nov 27, 2021
Nails two threes in return
Hemenway (illness) registered six points (2-8 FG, 2-6 3Pt) and two rebounds across 17 minutes during Friday's 91-59 victory over Charleston Southern.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway missed back-to-back contests with an illness but returned Friday to see a season-high minutes total in what was largely a lopsided affair. While the third-year guard did settle into a starting role by the conclusion of the 2020-21 season, it appears he'll serve in a reserve capacity until further notice, with Nick Honor, David Collins and Al-Amir Dawes working as the starters.
Nov 22, 2021
Sitting due to illness
Hemenway has missed back-to-back games for Clemson due to an unspecified illness, Matt Connolly of ClemsonSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway had seen 10 minutes or greater off the bench in each of the season's first four games, recording two or more points in each contest as well. With the junior guard sidelined, Chase Hunter has taken over as the Tigers' primary backcourt reserve.
Mar 4, 2021
Scores 11 points in loss
Hemenway notched 11 points (3-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and a rebound across 24 minutes in Wednesday's loss at Clemson.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway has scored in double digits in two of his last three games and is undoubtedly trending in the right direction, as he hadn't done that all season long prior to this three-game stretch. He's also started five of the team's last six contests, meaning he's likely to remain a starter in the final days of the regular season.
Feb 27, 2021
In starting lineup
Hemenway will start Saturday's game against Miami.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway responded from his move to the bench with a season-high 17 points versus Wake Forest, earning him a spot back with the starting five Saturday. He should log somewhere in the 20-minute range again and displayed Wednesday that he's capable of going off if he's feeling it from beyond the arc (5-for-6 from deep Wednesday).
Feb 26, 2021
Scores season-high 17 points
Hemenway delivered 17 points (6-7 FG, 5-6 3Pt) in Wednesday's win over Wake Forest.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway was one of Clemson's top performers in this game and surpassed the 10-point mark for the first time in the current campaign. Based on what he's done this season, though, he's not expected to carry much fantasy upside across most formats.
Feb 24, 2021
Back to bench
Hemenway
ANALYSIS
Hemenway had started three straight games for the Tigers but is coming off a rather lackluster showing against Georgia Tech. As a result, he will cede Wednesday's start and potentially some playing time to Chase Hunter.
Feb 2, 2021
In starting lineup
Hemenway will start Tuesday's game against North Carolina, C.L. Brown of The Raleigh News & Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway's starting look comes with John Newman (undisclosed) set to sit for the Tigers. The sophomore enter the night averaging just 3.9 points and 1.4 boards, so he still doesn't figure to be a huge part of the fantasy equation.
Jan 20, 2021
Coming off bench again
Hemenway will come off the bench in Wednesday's game against Georgia Tech.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway had started the last three games, but will now head back to the bench. The sophomore had been averaging 4.5 points and 1.3 rebounds in 12.7 minutes per game this season.
Jan 2, 2021
Joins starting five
Hemenway is starting Saturday's game against Miami.
ANALYSIS
Hemenway had played a depth role in each of the first eight games of the season and averaged 10.9 minutes per contest. He'll be in the starting lineup against the Hurricanes, but it's not yet clear whether he'll see a massive uptick in playing time.
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