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47-42|L10: 6-4
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CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
The Hornets need either a win over the Knicks or a Heat loss to the Hawks to secure the No. 9 seed in the East. With Atlanta, like New York, sitting its entire starting five, the Hornets need to take care of business. White’s availability will undoubtedly help with that.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
21 days ago
Regardless of what happens on Sunday, the Timberwolves will be the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference playoffs. So, Edwards, McDaniels and Anderson are among the many rotation players who won’t be available for the regular-season finale. Seldom-used options like Zyon Pullin and Julian Phillips are likely to play rotation minutes, and Donte DiVincenzo may play a few minutes in what will be his 82nd game of the season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
21 days ago
While Dosunmu and Conley played rotation minutes in Friday’s win over the Rockets, Hyland was unavailable due to a hip injury. All three will sit out Sunday’s regular-season finale, which opens things up for Terrence Shannon Jr. Given how well he played against the Rockets, it would be unsurprising if Shannon had a big Sunday against New Orleans.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
21 days ago
The Timberwolves have nothing to play for on Sunday regarding playoff seeding, so their key players will not be available. Joan Beringer and Jaylen Clark should play plenty, and it would be unsurprising if a Rocco Zikarsky or Enrique Freeman played a few minutes as well. Beringer is the most trustworthy option for those in active fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
22 days ago
White is not on the injury report due to the sore groin that sidelined him for Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics, and he’s considered probable for Sunday’s game. The Hornets need a win to hold onto the No. 9 seed and host No. 10 Miami on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
22 days ago
Shannon’s overall stat line was lean, but he made much-needed contributions as a scorer for the Timberwolves. And over his last two games, the second-year wing has totaled 56 points on 19-of-27 shooting from the field. Shannon may not be a consistent member of the Timberwolves’ rotation once the playoffs begin, but he’s a player whose ability to score could make him someone for the team to call upon when an offensive boost is needed.
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
22 days ago
After recording a modest stat line in Wednesday’s loss to the Magic, Anderson was considerably better against the Rockets on Friday. SloMo finished one assist shy of a triple-double while shooting over 50 percent from the field. And in 32 minutes, Anderson did not commit a turnover. His value in active fantasy leagues for Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Pelicans depends on the availability of Julius Randle.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #
22 days ago
With no Rudy Gobert or Naz Reid, Beringer was tabbed to make the second start of his rookie campaign on Friday. The 6-foot-11 center had a good night, not missing a shot from the field or the foul line while also recording three “stocks.” The Timberwolves are locked into their playoff seed, making it possible that Beringer plays significant minutes in Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Pelicans.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
22 days ago
While Edwards has played in three games since his initial return from a right knee injury, Friday’s contest was the first in which he looked like his usual self. The Timberwolves’ star shot 50 percent from the field overall and 3-of-7 from beyond the arc. Edwards played 27 minutes against the Rockets; with Minnesota locked into the No. 6 seed, there’s no reason for the Timberwolves to push their key players too far in the final two games of the regular season.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
22 days ago
Ball continues to have great fantasy stats, but he didn’t have a great game against the Pistons on Friday. The 24-year-old point guard needed 20 attempts to get his 27 points and had four turnovers. As the starting point guard, he certainly had a hand in the Hornets scoring just 10 points in the fourth quarter as the Pistons pulled away. Charlotte will close out the season against the Knicks on Sunday.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #
23 days ago
The Timberwolves won’t have Joe Ingles or Naz Reid for Friday’s game. Edwards’ return to action takes care of the void left by spot starter Ingles, while Beringer will be the starting center with Reid and Rudy Gobert unavailable.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
23 days ago
Hyland’s absence should mean more run for Ayo Dosunmu, especially if Anthony Edwards is ruled out again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
23 days ago
White was listed as probable, so his availability isn’t surprising. Expect him to handle his usual workload as a microwave scorer off of Charlotte’s bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
23 days ago
Randle will miss a second straight game while Reid lands on the injury report for right shoulder injury maintenance. With Rudy Gobert (rest) already ruled out, the Timberwolves will have to turn to Kyle Anderson and Joan Beringer to pick up the slack in the frontcourt.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
24 days ago
Randle did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Magic, with Kyle Anderson replacing him in the starting lineup. Randle’s return would push SloMo back to the bench, eliminating most of his value in active fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Point Guard • #10
24 days ago
Conley is back after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Magic, which was Minnesota’s second game in as many nights. His return gives the Timberwolves added depth on the perimeter, which will be key if Anthony Edwards and Ayo Dosunmu can’t play. Both are listed as questionable on the injury report.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
24 days ago
Ingles, who started Wednesday’s loss to the Magic due to the Timberwolves’ many absences, will not be available on Friday. His absence will not affect active fantasy leagues, even if Minnesota remains extremely shorthanded on the perimeter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
24 days ago
Hyland played 23 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the Magic. He’s likely to take on a similar role on Friday if available. How high a ceiling he’ll have in active fantasy leagues depends on the statuses of Anthony Edwards and Ayo Dosunmu, who are also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
24 days ago
Gobert will miss a second consecutive game as he rests up for the playoffs. The Timberwolves are locked into the No. 6 seed in the West, so the regulars are likely to get time to rest in the team’s final two games. Naz Reid will get another start, which raises his ceiling for those in active fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
24 days ago
Edwards has missed 10 of the Timberwolves’ last 12 games, with his right knee causing most of the absences. If he can’t play on Friday but Ayo Dosunmu (calf) can, Ayo is likely to start alongside Donte DiVincenzo and Jaden McDaniels on the perimeter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
24 days ago
Dosunmu did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Magic, with his absence coinciding with Jaden McDaniels’ return from a knee injury. If available on Friday, Dosunmu may remain in the starting lineup, as Anthony Edwards (knee) is also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
24 days ago
White is on track to play after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics with a sore left groin. His return likely means fewer minutes for Sion James, who logged 19 minutes off the bench in Boston.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #13
24 days ago
Hall suffered the injury while playing for the Hornets’ G League affiliate in the first round of the league playoffs. His absence does not affect Charlotte’s frontcourt rotation, but it may affect his availability for summer league play.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
24 days ago
The Timberwolves did not have Anthony Edwards or Julius Randle for Wednesday’s game, so the scoring had to come from somewhere. Enter Shannon, who only missed three shots from the field and recorded the first 30-point game of his NBA career. Add in the assists and three-pointers, and this was an excellent offensive performance for the second-year wing. Shannon is unlikely to have an expanded role during the playoffs, but he might for Minnesota’s final two regular-season games since the team is locked into the sixth seed in the West.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
24 days ago
With Rudy Gobert ruled out, the Timberwolves turned to Reid to man the middle on Wednesday. Minnesota gave up 132 points, but that’s to be expected when you’re playing without one of the game’s best rim protectors. Reid did his part, tallying three steals and two blocks as part of a complete stat line. The Timberwolves are locked into the sixth seed in the West for the playoffs, so playing time could be limited for many of the team’s consistent rotation players in their final two regular-season games.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
24 days ago
In the lineup after a six-game absence, McDaniels logged 19 minutes in Wednesday’s defeat. With Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle sidelined, there was no excuse for McDaniels not to be aggressive on offense, even with the limited playing time. He shot 50 percent from the field, scoring 18 points. Minnesota is locked into the sixth seed in the West, so the focus for its final two games will be on getting as healthy as possible ahead of the playoffs.
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
25 days ago
The Timberwolves, with three games left in the regular season, will use a starting lineup on Wednesday that they haven’t yet used this season. Ingles gets his first start of the year, and Anderson will also start for the first time this year as a member of the Timberwolves. Several key players, including Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle, and Anthony Edwards, won’t play against the Magic.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
25 days ago
McDaniels is back after missing Minnesota’s last six games with a knee injury. With Ayo Dosunmu ruled out, McDaniels may move into the starting lineup immediately. That said, Jaylen Clark’s playing time should increase due to a potential minutes limit for McDaniels and the absence of multiple wings.
Source: Dane Moore
MIN • Center • #27
25 days ago
With both of Minnesota’s big men sitting this one out, Naz Reid should be in line for a featured role against Orlando. Kyle Anderson and Joan Beringer should see additional run, too.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
25 days ago
The Timberwolves are waiving the white flag against Orlando, and most of the regular starters are expected to be sidelined. Bones Hyland should see a major bump in usage and playing time tonight with both Dosunmu and Conley out of action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
25 days ago
McDaniels has missed six straight games, but he’s got a chance to return to Minnesota’s lineup to face Orlando. Minnesota is resting a number of starters in this one, so McDaniels may end up getting the night off as the team essentially punts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #24
25 days ago
Miller had 20 points, but not much else in the loss to the Celtics on Tuesday. The Hornets were 16-of-49 from behind the three-point line in this one and the 23-year-old small forward contributed to the total by going 2-of-8. Miller has provided top-60 per game value this season, making him a value at his preseason ADP.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
25 days ago
Ball followed up his 35-point performance in Sunday’s win over the Timberwolves with 36 points against the Celtics, though the Hornets weren’t fortunate enough to win this time. The 24-year-old point guard has been as advertised this year. There were great highs and lows, but in the end Ball stayed healthy and provided fourth-round per game value over the course of the season. That’s a win for his fantasy managers this year.
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
25 days ago
Hyland continues to offer solid offensive production off the bench as the Timberwolves continue to play without Anthony Edwards. Over his last three games, the 6-foot-2 guard has totaled 58 points. In addition to his 19 points, Hyland dished out a team-high seven assists in Tuesday’s victory. With the Timberwolves having three more games in Week 24, Bones is worth adding in active fantasy leagues.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
25 days ago
Having played 31 minutes or more in six consecutive games, Randle did not have to play as much on Tuesday. The veteran forward played 28 minutes against the Pacers, finishing with a modest stat line. The only Timberwolves’ starter to play less was Mike Conley (8/2/3/3 with two three-pointers), who logged 21 minutes as he continues to fill in for the injured Anthony Edwards. The Timberwolves have three more games to play this week, starting with the Magic on Wednesday.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
25 days ago
Dosunmu recorded his first 20-point game since March 18 on Tuesday, with the 24 points being the most for him since being traded to the Timberwolves. All that his final line lacked was a blocked shot, and the Timberwolves’ wing continues to help compensate for Anthony Edwards’ absence. With a win over the Magic on Wednesday, the Timberwolves would be guaranteed a top-6 seed in the Western Conference playoffs, avoiding the Play-In Tournament.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
26 days ago
White was downgraded to questionable Tuesday afternoon and subsequently ruled out with left groin soreness. The 26-year-old has excelled in a bench role since coming over from the Bulls before the trade deadline. Tre Mann could see a slight boost in minutes and production with White sidelined.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
26 days ago
The downgrade in status so close to tip-off is never good news for a player’s availability. If White is sidelined, the Hornets will need to pick up the slack through a committee approach, but there are no actionable fantasy moves.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
27 days ago
White is managing some soreness in his groin, but he is expected to suit up against Boston. He’ll continue to be a fantastic option off the bench for Charlotte, though his fantasy impact has been limited by a lack of minutes, partially due to so many blowouts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
27 days ago
Edwards will remain out for a second straight game, which means Mike Conley should get another start in his place. However, Bones Hyland played a larger role off the bench and was far more productive than Conley was. Hyland should be the preferred streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
27 days ago
Randle has now scored at least 21 points in five of his last six games. The problem in Sunday’s game was that Anthony Edwards was out and Randle was one of just two Timberwolves with at least 15 points. The 31-year-old power forward also had five turnovers and was -17 in the 14-point loss. The Timberwolves have four games in the final week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Pacers on Tuesday.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
27 days ago
Since coming over from the Bulls in a trade before this year’s deadline, White has routinely played 25 minutes or less per game. The 26-year-old point guard has displayed remarkable offensive efficiency with the Hornets as he’s consistently put up points without playing a ton of minutes. Sunday was his ninth game with at least 16 points in his last 12 games, and he did it despite just 20 minutes. White is most useful in points and category leagues because of his lack of production in the other categories.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
27 days ago
Bridges has now scored 25 points in two of his last three games and at least 19 points in four consecutive games. The 28-year-old small forward stepped up for the Hornets on a night when Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller combined for just 18 points. Bridges has provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Hornets have three games in the last week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Celtics on Tuesday.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
27 days ago
Ball had two 30-point games in the entire month of March and wasted no time by dropping 35 points in his third game in April. The 24-year-old point guard caught fire from downtown as he made 7-of-14 attempts from behind the three-point line. Ball has provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Hornets have three games in the final week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Celtics on Tuesday.
CHA • Center • #14
28 days ago
After missing Friday’s win over the Pacers, Diabaté is back and will assume his usual duties as the Hornets’ starting center. Ryan Kalkbrenner will head to the bench, which limits his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • Center • #14
28 days ago
Diabaté missed Friday’s win over the Pacers, but was listed as probable for Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves, so his availability isn’t a surprise. Ryan Kalkbrenner will head back to the bench as Diabaté returns to the starting lineup.
CHA • Center • #14
28 days ago
Diabaté did not play in Friday’s win over the Pacers, prompting Ryan Kalkbrenner to make his first start since February 22. With the Hornets’ usual starting center on track to play, Kalkbrenner will head to the bench, limiting his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #
29 days ago
With Moussa Diabaté out with a sore ankle, Kalkbrenner made his first start since February 22 on Friday. He didn’t offer a great deal as a scorer, but the rebounds and blocks are what most fantasy managers rostering the rookie center are looking for. If Diabaté remains out for Sunday’s game in Minnesota, another start will be in the cards for Kalkbrenner.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
29 days ago
One night removed from scoring 25 points in a win over the Suns, Bridges put up 19 more on Friday. Add in the assists and three-pointers, and this was another good performance for the Hornets’ forward. Bridges will look to end Week 23 on a high note when Charlotte visits Minnesota on Sunday.
CHA • Small Forward • #
29 days ago
Before Friday, Knueppel went nearly three weeks without consecutive 20-point games. He and the other Hornets did much of what they wanted to offensively, shooting 24-of-49 from beyond the arc. Knueppel was responsible for three made threes, moving to 7-of-16 over his last two games. It’s safe to say that he’s snapped out of the two-game mini-slump in which he shot 1-of-9 from beyond the arc.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
30 days ago
Miller did a good job scoring-wise on Friday, but the defensive contributions, as limited as they were, are a notable story from Friday’s win. Before Friday, he had last recorded at least one steal and one block in the same game on March 6. That isn’t a strong suit of Miller’s in terms of fantasy value, so Friday’s line was a welcome bonus for those rostering him. The Hornets play once more in Week 23, at Minnesota on Sunday.
CHA • Center • #
30 days ago
The Hornets are down a starter for Friday’s game, as Moussa Diabaté is out with a sore left ankle. Kalkbrenner moves into the starting five and should play plenty, as Grant Williams is also out for the Hornets.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • Center • #14
30 days ago
Diabaté will miss Friday’s game with a sore left ankle, likely meaning that Ryan Kalkbrenner will start. Taking on that role would raise the rookie’s fantasy ceiling, especially in what appears to be a favorable matchup for the Hornets.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Power Forward • #2
30 days ago
Williams will sit out against the Pacers due to right knee injury management. Sion James and Josh Green could pick up a few extra minutes, but neither of them are worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #14
30 days ago
Diabaté is dealing with left ankle soreness, and it could cost him a game against Indiana. If the big man is ultimately sidelined, Ryan Kalkbrenner would likely replace him in the starting five. If Kalkbrenner starts, he’ll be worth streaming in a favorable matchup with the Pacers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
After shooting a combined 4-of-19 from beyond the arc in his previous three games, Knueppel had a better night against the Suns. In addition to making four of his nine three-point attempts, the rookie wing is up to 35 games with at least 20 points. At a minimum, Knueppel is one of the favorites for Rookie of the Year, along with college teammate Cooper Flagg. And given his role in the Hornets’ success, it would be unsurprising if many voters viewed Knueppel as the clear leader going into the final week of the regular season.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Ball’s point total may not have been as high as many fantasy managers have grown accustomed to, but he had one of his best floor games of the season on Thursday. In addition to racking up 11 assists, the Hornets point guard did not commit a turnover. This was Ball’s first game of the season in which he reached double figures in assists without committing a turnover. His efficiency has improved since the All-Star break, a big reason the Hornets have locked up a spot in the Play-In tournament and can still finish in the top-6 of the East.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
After scoring an efficient 19 points in Tuesday’s win over the Nets, Bridges was even better against the Suns. Recording his first 20-point game since March 14, the 25 were the most in a game for the Hornets’ forward since a March 11 win over the Kings (26 points). Add in the three-pointers, and Thursday was a good night for those rostering Bridges.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
The Hornets received 46 points from their bench on Thursday, with White’s 19 leading the way. The reserve guard has averaged 18.7 points per game over his last ten appearances, shooting 49.2 percent from the field. Since he brings little to the table in the defensive categories, White holds superior value in points leagues and in category leagues where managers are targeting points and three-pointers.
CHA • Center • #13
about 1 month ago
Hall’s absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he is not in the Hornets’ rotation on most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report