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CLE • Forward-Center • #32
about 7 hours ago
Wade will miss a third consecutive game as he recovers from a left knee contusion. Sam Merrill started Saturday’s win over the Timberwolves and played 26 minutes. Wade’s absence also affects Jaylon Tyson, whose playing time will be even more secure.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Guard • #5
about 10 hours ago
Edwards was added to the injured report as questionable for right foot injury maintenance. He’s in danger of sitting this one out after dropping 25 points Saturday night. Bones Hyland and Mike Conley would see increased playing time if Edwards is ruled out.
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
1 day ago
Tyson has been productive for most of the season, but the last few games prior to this one had been rough. However, he was able to get back on track in this one by scoring at least 20 points for the fifth straight game. He had scored a total of 21 points across his four previous games, but he has largely been a consistent producer this season. This could kickstart a strong stretch for him, but he remains a risky option since the Cavs are healthier than they’ve been for much of the season.
MIN • • #
1 day ago
Hyland had a solid stretch in mid-December, but his role has been limited recently. However, he went over 20 minutes in this game, which allowed him to set a new season high for assists. He has redeemed his value this season, but that hasn’t led to him being a consistent contributor in redraft leagues. Still, at only 25 years old, he has value in dynasty formats.
CLE • Center • #4
1 day ago
Though he didn’t contribute as much on the glass as he typically does, Mobley was able to pour in the points. This was his highest scoring performance since November. Still, his fantasy impact has been limited recently by a lack of rebounds. He has a total of 18 rebounds over his last four games, which is well below his season average of 8.6 boards per game. He had at least 10 rebounds in the two games prior to this stretch, and he’ll look to get back on track against the Jazz on Monday.
CLE • Guard • #5
1 day ago
Merrill slid back into the starting lineup for this game, replacing Craig Porter Jr. with the opening group. He took advantage of the opportunity, with this being his fourth straight game with at least five three-pointers. He has been on fire lately, having shot at least 50 percent from the floor in each of those. Managers should ride the hot hand with Merrill and stream him in as long as he’s hitting shots.
CLE • Guard • #10
1 day ago
It has been a rough season overall for Garland, but he has had some incredibly efficient performances lately. This was the second time in his last three games that he scored at least 20 points and six assists while shooting better than 60 percent from the floor and not turning the ball over. Garland hasn’t played to his sixth round ADP, but he is more than capable of producing to that level for the rest of the season.
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
1 day ago
It hasn’t come consistently, but when Reid is hot, he’s been able to pour in the points for Minnesota off the bench. Over his last seven games, he has scored at least 20 points three times, including a 29-point game and a 33-point game. He’s also scored less than 10 points three times during that stretch. The production has been hit-or-miss, so we’ll see which side the coin lands on against the Spurs on Sunday.
MIN • Guard • #5
1 day ago
Though the Wolves’ four-game win streak came to a close, Edwards was able to score at least 25 points for a sixth consecutive game. He wasn’t quite as efficient as he has been recently, but he was still able to pour in the points. He’s having the most effective scoring season of his career, and he’ll look to get back on track against the Spurs on Sunday, which will be the second leg of a back-to-back.
CLE • Guard • #5
1 day ago
Craig Porter Jr. will come off the bench after starting on Thursday. Merrill will take his spot after playing 31 minutes in the Cavs’ last game, while Porter only played 15. Merrill will play a similar role, but he’ll be playing alongside the starters.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
MIN • Guard • #5
1 day ago
Edwards was initially questionable, but he will be able to suit up against Cleveland. He has scored at least 25 points in five straight games and will look to keep that going after putting up 25 points, seven rebounds and nine assists against the Cavs on Thursday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
1 day ago
Randle was initially listed as questionable due to soreness in his left thumb, but that won’t keep him sidelined. He has yet to miss a game this season, and that will continue against Cleveland as Minnesota looks to win its fifth game in a row.
Source: Timberwolves PR
CLE • Forward-Center • #32
2 days ago
Wade did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Timberwolves, with his absence factoring into the decision to start Craig Porter Jr. However, Porter only played 15 minutes, while Sam Merrill scored 22 points in 30 minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Guard • #10
2 days ago
Conley will get Saturday night off, as it is the first game of a back-to-back for the Timberwolves. Bones Hyland will figure more prominently in the rotation, and Rob Dillingham may pick up a few minutes after receiving a DNP-CD on Thursday.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
2 days ago
Randle, a left-handed shooter, is dealing with a sore left thumb. He’s yet to miss a game this season, but if that changes on Saturday, Naz Reid would have a higher ceiling even if he remained in his usual sixth-man role.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #5
2 days ago
Edwards was also questionable ahead of Thursday’s home win over the Cavaliers, but he played and recorded a solid all-around stat line. If he can’t play in Saturday’s rematch, Bones Hyland would be the likely replacement in the starting lineup since Mike Conley (rest) is out.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #5
3 days ago
Anthony Edwards had a balanced performance on Thursday. He started the game strong with an 11-point opening quarter, which was later followed by an almost-as-good 10 points in the third quarter. Along the way, the superstar shooting guard shifted into his playmaking role — Edwards finished with a team-high in assists and fell just shy of a triple-double. He’ll face the Cavaliers again on Saturday, and fantasy managers hope more production follows.
MIN • Forward • #3
3 days ago
McDaniels followed a strong 19-point outing against the Heat on Tuesday by breaking the 20-point mark for the 9th time this season. He made the most of his opportunities and shot the three-pointer well, and had his usual impact on the defensive end of the floor. McDaniels finished as one of four Timberwolves starters to score at least 20 points in this game, ultimately helping lead Minnesota to a fourth straight win.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
3 days ago
Randle had it all clicking on Thursday night. He utilized the three-point shot to help land his highest points total since Christmas Day against the Nuggets. The veteran forward was also tenacious on the glass en route to his 12th double-double of the season. Randle concluded as one of Minnesota’s best facilitators in the win and finished with an impressive final stat line overall. He continues to have a nice season in his second year with the organization.
CLE • Center • #4
3 days ago
Mobley’s near-20-point effort on efficient shooting was the highlight of the night for the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. He added in a trio of threes for the seventh time this season, as well. Yet he was unspectacular on the glass and finished with just one stock. Mobley has certainly had better days — he’ll have a chance to put up better numbers on Saturday against this same Timberwolves team.
CLE • Guard • #5
3 days ago
Merrill started and closed Thursday’s games in a similar way, scoring 11 points in both the first and fourth quarters, with three-point production being key. The sharp-shooting guard’s production in between those two periods was also similar, as he went scoreless in the middle two quarters. As a result, Merrill ended with 22 points and five threes. He didn’t make major contributions elsewhere in this game; however, he’s now scored 15 or more points and made at least four three-pointers in four consecutive games.
CLE • Guard • #45
3 days ago
After a one-game absence, Mitchell returned to the floor on Thursday and added to his streak of 30-point games, which now sits at four. Efficient shooting helped lead him to a team-high in points, with most of his scoring production coming in a 19-point second half. Mitchell also tied a season-high in assists in his effort to give the Cavs a second straight win. A flurry from the T’Wolves in the third quarter ultimately swung the game in their favor, leaving Mitchell’s production wasted in a loss. Both he and the Cavs will have a chance to avenge their loss on Saturday at home against the same Timberwolves.
CLE • Guard • #9
3 days ago
Mitchell is back after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Pacers, but that isn’t the only change to the Cavaliers’ starting lineup. Porter, who recorded nine assists, two steals and three blocks on Tuesday, has been rewarded with a spot start. As a result of these changes, Sam Merrill and Dean Wade will come off the bench.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
3 days ago
Initially probable for Thursday’s game, Tyson is officially available. While he’ll come off the bench, the second-year wing will play enough to provide value in deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • • #
3 days ago
Nance is available to play in a game for the first time since November 28. However, there’s no guarantee that he gets into the Cavaliers’ rotation on Thursday. Fantasy managers can leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: Chris Fedor
CLE • Guard • #10
3 days ago
Listed as questionable on the injury report released by the Cavaliers on Thursday afternoon, Garland is good to go. He’ll take on his usual responsibilities as the starting point guard.
Source: Chris Fedor
CLE • Guard • #10
3 days ago
Late additions to injury reports are usually not a good sign. Garland has looked good lately and scored 29 points on Tuesday against the Pacers. Lonzo Ball would figure to see the biggest boost in minutes if Garland has to miss time.
Source: Danny Cunningham
MIN • Guard • #5
3 days ago
Edwards was able to play on Tuesday against the Heat and scored 26 points in 29 minutes. He has not missed a game since December 17th, so we’d lean towards expecting him to play, but it’s a situation to monitor.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
CLE • Forward-Center • #32
4 days ago
Wade, who returned from a two-game absence with a left knee contusion, exited Tuesday’s win over the Pacers before halftime and did not return. Jaylon Tyson replaced him in the lineup to begin the second half, and he should be the replacement on Thursday. Tyson, who’s considered probable with an illness, is worth rostering when he’s allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
4 days ago
Tyson played through an illness on Tuesday and will likely do the same against Chicago. With Dean Wade (knee) out, Tyson should continue to play a significant role off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Guard • #5
5 days ago
Edwards poured in 16 first-half points to help the Timberwolves build an early lead, which they extended to nearly 30 points by the midway point of the fourth quarter, in their second contest against Miami in the last three days. The combination of the score and a couple early fouls cut into Edwards’ minutes and prevented him from an even more impressive scoring performance as he was feeling it from long range, hitting 5-of-8 from beyond the arc. The 24-year-old franchise cornerstone has put together a phenomenal season, averaging 29.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.8 blocks through 30 games.
MIN • Center • #27
5 days ago
Gobert notched his 15th double-double of the season and came within one board of matching his previous season-high mark. The 33-year-old veteran center has been a modest disappointment roughly midway through the year but he’s been a rebounding machine over the past two weeks, averaging 12 boards per-game during that seven-game span, while also chipping in 10.6 points and 2.4 blocks.
MIN • Forward • #3
5 days ago
McDaniels threw down a couple monster dunks and fell just short of his fourth 20-point effort in the last month. The 25-year-old doesn’t offer immense scoring upside, but his all-around game translates extremely well for fantasy purposes. He’s produced sixth-round fantasy value, averaging 14.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.9 blocks through 35 games.
CLE • Guard • #10
5 days ago
Garland scored 18 of his 29 points in the second half, putting the Cavaliers on his back with Donovan Mitchell, who went off for 75 points combined in the previous two contests against the Pacers earlier this season, getting the night off for load management purposes. The 25-year-old point guard drilled a clutch pullup jumper in the final seconds to give Cleveland a commanding three-point advantage following a late rally from Indiana. Fantasy managers shouldn’t expect him to take 20-plus shots with Mitchell back in the mix but he’s capable of carrying the Cavaliers when he’s out of the lineup.
CLE • Center • #31
5 days ago
Allen put together a monster double-double effort in his return to Cleveland’s lineup after missing Sunday’s loss to the Pistons due to illness. The 27-year-old big man came up just shy of his sixth 20-point performance of the season as he played a season-high 33 minutes against Indiana’s lackluster frontcourt. He’s delivered eighth-round fantasy value this season, averaging 13.9 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks through 26 games.
CLE • Guard • #5
5 days ago
Merrill, who has been battling several minor injuries this season, provided a spark for the Cavaliers with Donovan Mitchell getting the night off to rest, knocking down 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. The 29-year-old sharpshooter has recorded double-digit points in five of eight games since returning to the lineup on December 22.
CLE • Forward-Center • #32
5 days ago
Wade, who was back in the lineup after missing two games with a left knee contusion, exited Tuesday’s game during the first half due to the same injury. Jaylon Tyson replaced Wade in the lineup to begin the third quarter. In eight minutes, Wade recorded three points (1-of-2 FGs), one rebound and one three-pointer.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Forward-Center • #32
5 days ago
Wade makes his return after a two-game absence and will be in the starting lineup for Tuesday’s game, pushing Jaylon Tyson to the bench. Tyson will still play plenty, so fantasy managers who have him rostered should not panic. The other change is Merrill, who steps into the void left by Donovan Mitchell (rest).
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Guard • #5
5 days ago
A late addition to the Timberwolves’ injury report, Edwards is good to go for Tuesday’s game. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Mike Conley and Bones Hyland missing out on boosts to their playing time.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
CLE • Forward-Center • #32
5 days ago
After a two-game absence, Wade has been cleared to play on Tuesday. While his return will likely mean fewer minutes for Nae’Qwan Tomlin and Thomas Bryant, especially with Jarrett Allen (illness) available, this does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
5 days ago
Initially questionable for Tuesday’s game, Tyson is officially available. He’ll remain in the starting lineup, and there should be more opportunities for the second-year wing on the offensive end of the floor since Donovan Mitchell (rest) is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
5 days ago
Upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Tuesday, Allen is officially available for Cleveland’s matchup with the Pacers. His return means that Sam Merrill will be bumped to the bench, with his already-low fantasy ceiling taking a hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #1
5 days ago
Strus has yet to make his season debut after undergoing offseason surgery, and the latest update means he may not take the court until after the All-Star break. De’Andre Hunter, Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson should continue to pick up the slack until Strus returns.
Source: Marc J. Spears
CLE • Center • #31
5 days ago
Allen sat out Sunday and was replaced by Sam Merrill in the starting five. Merrill will likely retreat to the bench with Allen expected to play, and Wade could see a bump in playing time with Jaylon Tyson (illness) listed as questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
5 days ago
Tyson is a late addition to the injury report with an illness, which means he’s in danger of sitting out against Indiana. Tyson’s absence should mean more run for Dean Wade(knee), who has been upgraded to probable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Guard • #5
5 days ago
Edwards is a late addition to the injury report for right foot injury maintenance. Tuesday’s matchup isn’t a leg of a back-to-back set, but Edwards is in danger of sitting this one out. If Ant-Man ends up on the sideline, Mike Conley and Bones Hyland should see increased playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Forward-Center • #32
6 days ago
Wade has missed Cleveland’s last two games but could be back in the lineup against Indiana. He should start if he’s available, and with Donovan Mitchell (rest) out, there will still be plenty of minutes available for Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson and De’Andre Hunter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #45
6 days ago
Mitchell will get the night off against a lottery team. That will leave an open spot in the starting unit, which will likely be filled by one of Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson or Dean Wade. All three, along with De’Andre Hunter, will see a bump in minutes and usage.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
7 days ago
After a slow start to the season, Gobert has kicked things up a few notches in recent weeks. And that’s thanks mainly to increased production in the rebound, steal and blocked shot categories. Over the past two weeks, Gobert has averaged 11.9 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 2.6 blocks per appearance, providing top-40 per-game value in eight-cat formats. While his season-long fantasy value remains low, there’s light at the end of the tunnel for those who have Gobert rostered.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
7 days ago
After shooting 50 percent or better from the field in each of his first ten appearances, Randle had not accomplished that in at least four consecutive games before this current stretch. Shooting 51.5 percent from the field, Randle has offered third-round per-game value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. That’s one round better than his value for the season to date. The Timberwolves play four games in Week 12, starting with the Heat on Tuesday.
MIN • Guard • #5
7 days ago
Edwards and the Timberwolves weren’t challenged in Sunday’s game, with the team’s key contributors watching most of the fourth quarter from the bench. The Timberwolves’ guard has scored at least 30 points in three consecutive games, the first time he’s done so since late November. Edwards and the Timberwolves play four games in Week 10, starting with the Heat on Tuesday.
MIN • Guard • #5
8 days ago
Edwards knocked down just 2-of-8 from beyond the arc but got to the free throw line 14 times while recording his fourth 30-point performance in his last six games since December 23. The 24-year-old franchise cornerstone became the first player in league history to reach 1,200 career three-pointers before his 25th birthday. He’s delivered top-15 overall fantasy value this season, averaging 29.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.8 blocks over 28 games. The Timberwolves have a quick turnaround with a matchup against the Wizards on Sunday before kicking off a four-game week facing the Heat, Spurs and Cavaliers twice.
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
8 days ago
Reid played a central role helping Minnesota build up a 19-point lead by the late stages of the fourth quarter, supplying 20 second-half points. The 26-year-old big man has been hot-and-cold from a scoring standpoint but he’s registered at least 29 points in two of his last three games. He should be able to take advantage of an extremely favorable matchup against the Wizards on Sunday.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
8 days ago
Randle notched his 10th double-double of the season as the Timberwolves rebounded from an ugly loss to the Hawks earlier this week. The 31-year-old big man has put together an impressive campaign so far, delivering fourth-round fantasy value, averaging 22.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.1 blocks over 35 games.