| News |
|---|
|
Jaden McDaniels Jaden McDaniels (wrist) scores 13 points in return
Fri, Nov 21, 2025, 6:04 PM
Jaden McDaniels amassed 13 points (5-of-12 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, two assists and four steals in Friday's loss to the Suns.
Analysis: After his streak of consecutive games played ended at 157 on Wednesday, McDaniels returned to the Timberwolves' lineup on Friday. He didn't have a great night shooting the basketball, but the Timberwolves forward did provide good value in the rebound and steals categories. Rostered in 46 percent of Yahoo! leagues, McDaniels is ranked comfortably within the top-50 in nine-cat formats. And he'll get a few days off until the Timberwolves play their next game on Monday against the Kings. |
|
Julius Randle Julius Randle tallies 20 points vs. Phoenix
Fri, Nov 21, 2025, 6:04 PM
Julius Randle accounted for 20 points (6-of-13 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Suns.
Analysis: After shooting 4-of-16 from the field in Monday's win over the Mavericks, Randle has scored 52 points on 17-of-32 shooting in his last two games. Unfortunately for him, Friday's performance did not include a victory, as Randle's three-point attempt as time expired fell short. The Suns finished the game on a 9-0 run, ending the Timberwolves' Week 5 stunningly. However, Minnesota begins Week 6 with a game against the struggling Kings on Monday. |
|
Anthony Edwards Anthony Edwards scores 41 in shocking defeat
Fri, Nov 21, 2025, 6:00 PM
Anthony Edwards finished Friday's loss to the Suns with 41 points (14-of-24 FGs, 8-of-12 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, four steals, one block and five three-pointers.
Analysis: While the Suns deserve credit for not giving up, Minnesota blew an eight-point lead in the final 50 seconds of Friday's game. Edwards had a chance to extend the Timberwolves' lead to three with two free throws, but his misses earned the fans free Chick-fil-A and left the door open for Collin Gillespie to hit the game-winner with just under seven seconds remaining. The good news for fantasy managers is that Edwards recorded a robust stat line, but the result is going to sting for the Timberwolves. |
|
Joe Ingles Joe Ingles (groin) available Friday vs. Phoenix
Fri, Nov 21, 2025, 12:35 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves
Joe Ingles (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: Ingles is available after initially being questionable for Friday's game. However, with Jaden McDaniels also available, the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball aren't likely to be available. |
|
Jaden McDaniels Jaden McDaniels (wrist) available Friday vs. PHO
Fri, Nov 21, 2025, 12:32 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves
Jaden McDaniels (wrist) is available for Friday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: McDaniels is back in the Timberwolves' lineup after a one-game absence. His return means Mike Conley will head back to the bench, where his already-low fantasy value takes a hit. There isn't a need to roster Conley in most fantasy leagues. |
|
Joe Ingles Joe Ingles (groin) questionable Friday vs. PHO
Thu, Nov 20, 2025, 1:29 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves
Joe Ingles (groin) is questionable for Friday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: Ingles played limited minutes in Wednesday's win over the Wizards, as the Timberwolves won by a comfortable margin. His availability does not impact fantasy basketball, even with Jaden McDaniels (wrist) missing Wednesday's victory. |
|
Jaden McDaniels Jaden McDaniels (wrist) questionable Friday
Thu, Nov 20, 2025, 1:25 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jaden McDaniels (wrist) is questionable for Friday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: McDaniels did not play in Wednesday's win over the Wizards, ending a streak of 157 consecutive games played. Mike Conley moved into the starting lineup, with Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo shifting down a spot. Conley will head back to the bench if McDaniels plays. |
|
Naz Reid Naz Reid hits five triples, scores 28 points
Wed, Nov 19, 2025, 4:55 PM
Naz Reid tallied 28 points (11-of-21 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), five rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block and five three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: On a night when the Timberwolves didn't have Jaden McDaniels for the first time in 158 games, Reid stepped up with one of his best performances of the season. He finished with his third 20-point game of the season, and the 28 points were a season-high for the forward. If McDaniels misses more time, Reid's fantasy value should increase, even though Mike Conley (10/1/6/1 with one three-pointer) will be the replacement in the starting lineup. |
|
Rudy Gobert Rudy Gobert grabs 15 rebounds vs. Washington
Wed, Nov 19, 2025, 4:54 PM
Rudy Gobert amassed nine points (4-of-5 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 15 rebounds, three assists and one blocked shot in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Gobert entered Wednesday's game having reached double figures in scoring in four of the past five games. He didn't make it five out of six on Wednesday, but the veteran center did hit double digits in rebounds for the first time since November 10. Due to decreased production in points and rebounds, Gobert's fantasy value has slipped this season. However, while ranked outside the top-100 in eight-cat formats for the season, he's been a sixth-round player over the past two weeks. |
|
Anthony Edwards Anthony Edwards limited to 18 points in victory
Wed, Nov 19, 2025, 4:54 PM
Anthony Edwards accounted for 18 points (6-of-20 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: After shooting 4-of-9 from the field in the first quarter, Edwards' production dropped off significantly. The good news for him and the Timberwolves was that the one-win Wizards were the opposition, so it didn't matter much. However, Edwards is now 11-of-39 from the field over his last two games, well below his field-goal percentage for the season (43.2). He's providing top-30 value in eight- and nine-cat formats, so the two-game slump has not had too big an impact on Ant-Man's standing in fantasy basketball. |
|
Julius Randle Julius Randle torches Wizards for 32 points
Wed, Nov 19, 2025, 4:52 PM
Julius Randle finished Wednesday's win over the Wizards with 32 points (11-of-19 FGs, 9-of-13 FTs), 10 rebounds, six assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: On a night when sidekick Anthony Edwards had an underwhelming performance, Randle picked up the slack. He's scored at least 30 points in five games this season, with Wednesday's effort being his first since November 5. While Randle has only been a top-50 player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks, his season-long value still places him within the top-20. At this rate, Randle may merit All-Star consideration given how well he's played this season. |
|
Mike Conley MIN starts Conley, Edwards, Donte, Randle, Gobert
Wed, Nov 19, 2025, 12:26 PM
Alan Horton
Mike Conley, Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo, Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert will start Wednesday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Jaden McDaniels (wrist) is not available for Wednesday's game, ending a streak of 157 consecutive games played. He'll be replaced in the lineup by Conley, who has provided limited fantasy value this season. However, the return to the starting lineup raises his ceiling. Minnesota's other four starters are unchanged. |
|
Jaden McDaniels Jaden McDaniels (wrist) ruled out vs. Washington
Wed, Nov 19, 2025, 6:32 AM
Minnesota Timberwolves PR
Jaden McDaniels (wrist) has been ruled out against the Wizards on Wednesday.
Analysis: McDaniels was initially listed as questionable for this game but will be sidelined for the first time since the 2023-24 season. Depending on how tall of a lineup head coach Chris Finch wants to roll out, Naz Reid or Mike Conley will likely slide into the starting unit, though both should see a bump in minutes. |
|
Jaden McDaniels Jaden McDaniels (wrist) questionable vs. WAS
Tue, Nov 18, 2025, 12:10 PM
Dane Moore
Jaden McDaniels (wrist) is questionable to play against the Wizards on Wednesday.
Analysis: McDaniels hasn't missed a game yet this season and didn't miss one last year. If that streak ends, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch has multiple options to bump into the starting lineup. It could be a smaller starting lineup with Jaylen Clark or Mike Conley filling in. It could be a bigger lineup with Naz Reid joining. It's unclear what he'll do, since it has been so long since McDaniels missed a game. |
|
Naz Reid Reid goes off for 22 points in win over Mavericks
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 5:25 PM
Naz Reid powered the Timberwolves to a 120-96 blowout win over the Mavericks on Monday with 22 points (9-of-14 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), 12 rebounds and two assists over 22 minutes.
Analysis: Reid came out of the gate on fire, knocking down 8-of-11 from the floor to finish the first half with a game-high 19 points off the bench and notch his third double-double of the season. He finished with a season-high 22 points, needing just 22 minutes to accomplish the feat. The Timberwolves are back in action when they face the rebuilding Wizards on Wednesday night. |
|
Rudy Gobert Gobert posts 15/9/4/2/1 line in one-sided win
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 5:24 PM
Rudy Gobert amassed 15 points (6-of-8 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), nine rebounds, four assists, two steals and one block over 29 minutes during Monday's lopsided win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Gobert delivered a stat sheet-stuffing effort as Minnesota built up a 32-point advantage by the outset of the fourth quarter, which enabled him to sit out the final stanza for some extra rest. He did most of his damage in the third quarter where he poured in a team-high nine points, knocking down four of his five shot attempts during that span. He's averaging 10.7 points and 9.6 rebounds through 14 games. |
|
Anthony Edwards Mavs hold Edwards to just 13 points in blowout
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 5:23 PM
Anthony Edwards finished with only 13 points (5-of-14 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, three assists and two steals over 29 minutes in Monday's blowout win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Edwards was able to sit out the entire fourth quarter for some extra rest after Minnesota raced out to a 32-point lead by the end of three quarters. He picked an ideal spot to have an off-night from a shooting standpoint, going just 1-of-7 from three-point range, as his teammates provided more than enough offensive support. |
|
Anthony Edwards Edwards pours in 26/8/6/3/2 line vs. Nuggets
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:45 AM
Anthony Edwards finished with 26 points (8-of-23 FGs), eight rebounds, six assists, three steals and two blocks against the Nuggets on Saturday.
Analysis: It was a rough shooting night for Edwards, but he was able to redeem his night with some late buckets, which allowed him to tie Julius Randle as the leading scorers for Minnesota. He also made an impact in a variety of other ways despite his shot night falling, which is why he was a first-round pick once again this season. Edwards' shooting percentages are actually up this season after they took a hit last year due to an uptick in three-point volume. Subpar shooting nights like this won't happen often; this was his worst field goal percentage in a game this year. |
|
Julius Randle Randle tallies 26/6/8/2 line in loss to Denver
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:40 AM
Julius Randle led the Timberwolves with 26 points (9-of-17 FGs), six rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one three-pointer in a 123-112 loss to the Nuggets on Saturday.
Analysis: Randle has been a scoring machine for Minnesota lately, which continued in this game. This was the third game in a row that he's scored at least 25 points, which is a mark he has reached eight times this year. Last season, he only had 12 such games. Randle is having arguably the best season of his career. He's averaging career-highs in points, assists and steals while shooting the best percentage of his career from the floor and the free throw line while also averaging the fewest turnovers per game since his last year as a Laker. It has been a fantastic start to the season, and while it feels unlikely that he can continue to play this well, he'll be one of the best value picks in fantasy basketball if he does. |
|
Naz Reid Naz Reid chips in 19 points off bench vs. Denver
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:36 AM
Naz Reid provided a boost off the bench with 19 points (7-of-11 FGs), six rebounds, three assists, one steal and four three-pointers against the Nuggets on Saturday.
Analysis: Reid played a season-high 35 minutes, which led to him nearly matching his season-high of 21 points. If he didn't foul out, he may have been able to. Reid has been one of the best sixth men in the NBA over the last few seasons and is more than capable of turning in big nights when his shot is falling. However, his minutes have been down this year, which has limited his impact. |
Connect With Us:
