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MIN • Center • #27
about 7 hours ago
Gobert’s five shot attempts on Friday equaled his total in Minnesota’s prior two games. The difference against the Warriors was that he was able to get to the foul line and convert at a good clip. Gobert shot 8-of-10 from the charity stripe, part of his highest-scoring night since scoring 18 in a March 5 win over the Raptors. There are times when Minnesota can be more intentional in getting Gobert involved offensively, but that did not appear to be an issue on Friday. Minnesota visits the Thunder on Sunday to end its Week 20.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 7 hours ago
For the fifth time this season and 47th time of his career, Edwards finished a game with at least 30 points, five rebounds and five assists. The Timberwolves’ star said after Wednesday’s loss to the Clippers that he needed to do more, and he backed up those words in San Francisco. Friday’s game was Edwards’ tenth this season with at least 40 points, and he’s scored 34 or more in three of his last four appearances.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 11 hours ago
Initially questionable due to a sore knee, Edwards is good to go for Friday’s game. He’ll take on his usual responsibilities as the focal point of the Timberwolves’ offensive attack.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
about 11 hours ago
Dosunmu is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. With Anthony Edwards (knee) upgraded to probable, Dosunmu will take on his usual reserve role for the Timberwolves.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #11
about 12 hours ago
Hayes has missed the Lakers’ last two games with a back injury, resulting in more minutes for starting center Deandre Ayton. Jarred Vanderbilt and Drew Timme spent some time on the floor as the backup center, but neither played enough to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 12 hours ago
Smart is back after sitting out Thursday’s win over the Bulls with a hip injury. His return will likely push Rui Hachimura to the bench, as LeBron James returned from a foot injury the last time out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 16 hours ago
Ant-Man is a late afternoon addition to the injury report, so fantasy managers should have a contingency plan in case he’s ruled out. Ayo Dosunmu (thumb) is also questionable, but Dosunmu would be the next man up is he’s available. Bones Hyland and Mike Conley could also be in line for more run if Edwards or Dosunmu are sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
1 day ago
Ayton was one of several Lakers starters to produce big numbers against Chicago on Thursday. In the win, he finished third on the team in scoring and was one of two players to log double-digit rebounds before finishing with a second straight double-double. Ayton has had his least productive season as a pro to this point, but perhaps he is finding his way down the stretch of the season. He’ll have a chance to log a third consecutive double-double on Saturday against the Nuggets.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
1 day ago
Reaves was part of a Lakers backcourt that combined for 81 points, 13 three-pointers, and 16 assists on Thursday. Alongside Luka Dončić, he impressed in his 39 minutes of action, securing a second straight 30-point game. The fifth-year guard has enjoyed a career-best season so far and should remain a reliable option and one of the best guards for fantasy managers as the fantasy playoffs inch closer.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
1 day ago
Dončić was spectacular on Thursday against the Bulls. In the win, he dominated from beyond the arc before logging his first 50-point game as a Los Angeles Laker. He was one of two Lakers to reach double-figures in rebounds, and he finished one assist shy of a triple-double. The Lakers have now won four straight games and are the current No. 3 seed in the Western Conference standings. Fantasy managers should expect Dončić to have a similar workload the rest of the way as L.A. tries to avoid the Play-In Tournament.
Source: Melissa Rohlin
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
1 day ago
LeBron is back in the Lakers’ starting lineup after a three-game absence, but Marcus Smart is out with a hip contusion. As a result, Hachimura will remain in the starting five, ensuring that his short-term fantasy value does not take too much of a hit.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
1 day ago
LeBron will make his return after missing three straight games with multiple lower body injuries. His return will push Rui Hachimura back to the bench as they look to keep their three-game winning streak alive.
Source: Dan Woike
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
1 day ago
Dosunmu missed Wednesday’s game against the Clippers, and there is a chance he misses a second straight game. Bones Hyland and Terrence Shannon Jr. would be in line for extra minutes once again if Dosunmu remains out, though neither would play enough to be worth streaming.
Source: Timberwolves PR
LAL • Power Forward and Center • #14
1 day ago
Kleber will miss a second straight game with a back injury, joining Jaxson Hayes on the sidelines. Jarred Vanderbilt will once again serve as Deandre Ayton’s primary backup, with Drew Timme possibly getting some run as well.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
1 day ago
Smart was initially listed as doubtful for this game and has now officially been downgraded to out. Jake LaRavia started when Smart was sidelined earlier this season and could return to that role for this game, which would provide him with upside as a streamer.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Center • #11
1 day ago
Initially probable after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, Hayes will miss a second consecutive game. Jarred Vanderbilt picked up some backup center minutes the last time out, and that will also be the case against the Bulls.
Source: Dan Woike
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
2 days ago
Unfortunately for those who have Randle on their fantasy rosters, he had another underwhelming performance on Wednesday. A 5-of-5 night from the foul line pushed him into double figures, and the rebounds and assists were solid. However, most fantasy managers who drafted Randle did so with the expectation of bigger scoring numbers. The Timberwolves have two more games in Week 20; hopefully, Randle finishes on a high note.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
2 days ago
After a terrible showing in Tuesday’s loss to the Lakers, Edwards bounced back in a major way on Wednesday. He recorded his 36 points efficiently, shooting well over 50 percent from the field. The five turnovers were a negative, but fantasy managers will take that compared to the line Edwards recorded the night prior. The Timberwolves still have two more games in Week 20, starting with the Warriors on Thursday.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
2 days ago
James has missed the Lakers’ last three games, most recently being listed as questionable before it was announced that he would not play against the Timberwolves on Tuesday. If LeBron can play against the Bulls, Rui Hachimuwa will head back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward and Center • #14
2 days ago
Like Jaxson Hayes, Kleber was a late scratch for Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves. While his return would give the Lakers additional frontcourt depth, Kleber has not done enough to make an impact in fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
2 days ago
Smart, who took a hard fall during Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, is on track to sit out Thursday’s game with a hip contusion. Jake LaRavia, who Smart replaced in the starting lineup earlier this season, could be the replacement. If so, he would be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #11
2 days ago
Hayes was a late scratch for Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, with his absence freeing up additional minutes for Jarred Vanderbilt. Vanderbilt would get all of his minutes at the power forward position if Hayes is available on Thursday. Neither player should be rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
2 days ago
Dosunmu will not be available after initially being listed as questionable on the injury report. Bones Hyland and Terrence Shannon Jr. may pick up additional minutes off the bench, with the former offering a higher fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
3 days ago
Dosunmu dealt with an injury in his right thumb earlier this season, and it has popped back up again. If he ends up missing this matchup with the Clippers, Bones Hyland, Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon Jr. would likely be in line for a few extra minutes, with Hyland playing the largest role off the bench.
Source: Dane Moore
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
3 days ago
Like Julius Randle, Reid has seen his fantasy value decrease since the All-Star break. In eight games, he’s averaged 11.5 points while shooting 45.8 percent from the field and 46.2 percent from the foul line. Reid was solid against the Lakers, shooting just over 50 percent from the field, and he remains a valuable option in 12-team leagues. However, his value has taken a hit at the worst possible time, with some leagues already in their playoffs.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
3 days ago
After going off for 41 points in the Timberwolves’ final game before the All-Star break, Randle has seemingly lost his mojo. With just one 20-point game to his credit since then, he’s averaged 14.4 points per game while shooting 40.2 percent from the field. And with Randle not bringing as much to the table in some of the other major statistical categories, his fantasy value has taken a significant hit. And with the Timberwolves falling to fifth in the West, they’d like to see Randle turn things around as well.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 days ago
Edwards had a brutal night against the Lakers. The Timberwolves star shot 1-of-10 from beyond the arc, and his accuracy wasn’t much better inside of it, either. He did record a complete stat line in the defeat, but category league managers took a beating in the field-goal percentage category. Edwards will look to bounce back on Wednesday when the Timberwolves visit the Clippers.
LAL • Center • #2
3 days ago
Ayton did most of his damage before halftime of Tuesday’s victory, putting up 12 points and 11 rebounds. While fantasy managers will have wanted to see more production from the 7-footer in the second half, this was still one of Ayton’s best performances since the All-Star break. His status as a starter makes Ayton a must-roster player, but it would be nice if he were to be a more consistent force in the middle for the Lakers.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
3 days ago
Despite dealing with a right wrist injury that appeared to give him trouble throughout the night, Reaves recorded his second 30-point stat line since making his return from a strained calf back in early November. With LeBron James (foot) unavailable, Reaves moves up in the offensive pecking order, raising his fantasy ceiling even higher than it already was. The Lakers play two more games in Week 20, starting with the Bulls on Thursday.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
3 days ago
The Lakers have been without LeBron James for the last three games, and it hasn’t mattered much thanks to Dončić. After putting up 44 and 35 points in wins over the Pacers and Knicks, he recorded his seventh triple-double of the season on Tuesday. The victory moved the Lakers into a tie with the Timberwolves in the Western Conference standings, with the Lakers in fourth for tiebreaker reasons. Dončić has two more games to play in Week 20, starting with the Bulls on Thursday.
LAL • Center • #11
3 days ago
Having ruled out Maxi Kleber (back) less than an hour before Tuesday’s scheduled tip time, the Lakers announced shortly after that Hayes is also out. Jarred Vanderbilt takes on added importance within the frontcourt rotation, and there may also be a few minutes available to Drew Timme.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward and Center • #14
3 days ago
While the Lakers will have starting center Deandre Ayton for Tuesday’s game, they’re going to be shorthanded behind him. Kleber won’t be available, with the Lakers adding him to the injury report less than an hour before the scheduled tip time. Jarred Vanderbilt may play some backup center minutes, and Drew Timme could enter the rotation as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
3 days ago
This will be a third straight absence for James, who is nursing multiple injuries. The Lakers have won the last two games with LeBron sidelined and will look to make it three straight in this one, with Rui Hachimura likely to start again.
Source: Mike Trudell
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
4 days ago
Anderson is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Magic with a sore right knee. His return expands the Timberwolves’ rotation to nine, as only eight players saw action the last time out. Andreson is not a player who should be rostered in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
4 days ago
James, who did not participate in Monday’s low-impact practice, is officially questionable for Tuesday’s game. If he’s unable to play, Rui Hachimura would get a third consecutive start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
5 days ago
Due to a sore right knee, Anderson did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Magic. As a result, the Timberwolves stuck with an eight-man rotation instead of looking for a ninth player to take on Anderson’s role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
5 days ago
While James did fall hard on his left elbow during Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets, arthritis in his left foot has been the bigger issue for the 41-year-old. He’s missed the last two games, and after not practicing on Monday, James’s having to sit out Tuesday’s game against the Timberwolves is a real possibility. Rui Hachimura has moved into the starting lineup and should retain that role until LeBron returns.
Source: Mike Trudell
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
6 days ago
The Knicks could stop Reaves or Luka Doncic in this one, allowing the pair to combine for 60 points. On a play in the third quarter that resulted in an assist for Reaves, Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson fell to the floor while defending Reaves. He’s provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Lakers have three games coming up in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
6 days ago
It’s an open secret that Dončić’s favorite spot on the court to shoot from is the left wing, but he took it to the extreme against the Knicks on Sunday. Early in the third quarter, Dončić made a three-pointer on the left wing off one leg while he was falling out of bounds. He was just 5-of-16 from behind the three-point line on the day, but that one shot was symbolic of dominance over the Knicks on Sunday. Dončić has provided third overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Lakers have three games upcoming in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
6 days ago
James will miss a second consecutive game due to elbow and foot injuries. Rui Hachimura will get a second consecutive start, and while he can provide points in that role, the production in other key fantasy categories has been limited.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Power Forward and Center • #14
6 days ago
Kleber is available after missing the last two games with a lumbar sprain. While the veteran forward/could play rotation minutes, as LeBron James (elbow, foot) is a game-time call, Kleber is unlikely to do enough to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Power Forward and Center • #14
6 days ago
Kleber has not appeared in the Lakers’ last three games, the last two due to a lumbar sprain. With Deandre Ayton (knee) available, there may not be too many minutes available to Kleber if he’s allowed to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
6 days ago
James sat out Friday’s win over the Pacers with elbow and foot injuries, leading to Rui Hachimura moving into the starting lineup. While he did shoot the ball well in scoring 13 points, Hachimura offered limited fantasy value overall.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
6 days ago
Ayton has been removed from the injury report after sitting out Friday’s win over the Pacers with a knee injury. His return means that Jaxson Hayes will head to the bench, taking on a role in which he offers little fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
7 days ago
Given his general shot profile, Gobert not missing in a game isn’t all that surprising. He made all six of his attempts against the Magic while providing solid value in the rebound and assist categories, playing 33 minutes. Since the All-Star break, Gobert has been close to a top-50 player in nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Timberwolves play four games in Week 20, starting with the Lakers on Tuesday and the Clippers the following night.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
7 days ago
Randle finished one rebound shy of a double-double on Saturday, but the final line felt underwhelming due to the point total. Averaging 21.5 points per game on the season, the Timberwolves forward has just one 20-point game since the All-Star break. The Timberwolves, and those who have him on their fantasy rosters, need more scoring from Randle.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
7 days ago
Edwards put up a robust stat line on Saturday, but he didn’t get much help in the 119-92 defeat. Jaden McDaniels (three points, four rebounds, two assists and three steals) shot 0-of-9 from the field, and Donte DiVincenzo (two rebounds, four assists and one steal) went scoreless, missing all six of his attempts. Edwards and the Timberwolves won’t play again in Week 19, but they have four games in Week 20.
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
7 days ago
Anderson is out after being listed as questionable with right knee soreness. The 32-year-old small forward played 14 and 15 minutes in his last two games, so his absence will free up some minutes at the back end of the Timberwolves’ bench rotation. Similarly, his absence will have minimal impact on fantasy basketball.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
7 days ago
The combination of the Lakers winning by a comfortable margin and foul trouble limited Reaves to 29 minutes on Friday. In fact, he fouled out for the second time in his career and the first since January 13, 2024. Reaves did provide decent value in points and assists, and fantasy managers were likely hoping for more on a night when the Lakers were without LeBron James (elbow, foot).
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
8 days ago
Ingles is back with the team after missing Thursday’s win over the Raptors for personal reasons. His availability won’t affect fantasy basketball, as he is not in the rotation on most nights.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
8 days ago
Anderson, who has played 14 and 15 minutes in his last two games, is dealing with a sore right knee. If he can’t play on Saturday, his absence frees up minutes on the back end of the Timberwolves’ rotation. In the game preceding Anderson’s return to Minnesota, head coach Chris Finch went with an eight-man rotation instead of nine.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
8 days ago
Reid exited Thursday’s game during the third quarter after injuring his right shoulder while scrambling for a loose ball with Toronto’s Sandro Mamukelashvili. The good news is that he did return during the fourth quarter, so fantasy managers may not have much to worry about. The Timberwolves play once more in Week 19, Saturday against the Magic.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
8 days ago
While Randle’s post-All-Star break struggles from beyond the arc continued on Thursday, as he missed both of his attempts, the veteran forward’s overall value has been better recently. Since the break, he’s shot 3-of-21 from distance, and Randle has struggled with that aspect of his game all season. However, the decreased three-point shooting has not done much damage, if any, to his overall fantasy value.
MIN • Center • #27
8 days ago
One game removed from grabbing a season-high 19 rebounds, Gobert was active in all facets on Thursday. The 18 points were three more than his total in Minnesota’s prior three games, and he’s hit double figures in rebounds in all six games that he’s played since the All-Star break. Also, Gobert matched his season-high with five assists. The offensive production can be a struggle at times, as the 7-foot-1 center can become an afterthought on that end of the floor. However, that doesn’t prevent Gobert from offering a solid return in other areas.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
8 days ago
Edwards, who was added to the Timberwolves’ injury report early Thursday afternoon, seemingly took a step back offensively after a dominant showing in Tuesday’s win over the Grizzlies. Whether this was a matter of his right foot being an issue is tough to say, but the 12 shot attempts were the fewest in a game for Ant-Man since February 11 (ten vs. Portland). The good news for fantasy managers was that Edwards finished with a solid overall stat line that included him shooting 5-of-8 from beyond the arc.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
9 days ago
Edwards was added to the injury report Thursday afternoon, but he will be good to go. He’s coming off a 41-point performance in a win over the Grizzlies on Tuesday and will look to stay hot in this one.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
9 days ago
Clark was initially listed as questionable for this game, but he will be good to go. He hasn’t seen the floor in each of the Timberwolves’ last four games, and even if that changes, he won’t play enough to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
9 days ago
Edwards has been battling some soreness and pain in his foot throughout the season, but he hasn’t missed a game since January 26th. With an off-day tomorrow, it would be a bit of a surprise for Edwards to miss this one. If he does, Ayo Dosunmu would likely move into a starting role.
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
10 days ago
Ingles is away from the Timberwolves for personal reasons. Hopefully, his absence won’t be for too long.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
10 days ago
Beginning his second stint with the Timberwolves, Anderson was thrust into the rotation immediately. While the playing time and production weren’t enough to make SloMo someone worth considering in fantasy leagues, his addition did extend Minnesota’s rotation to nine players. Mike Conley, who has been a non-factor in fantasy basketball, picked up another DNP-CD, while Bones Hyland (six points, two rebounds and two three-pointers) played just 12 minutes off the bench.