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MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Moore notes that Edwards will remain out while he completes his return-to-play rehab program. Until Ant-Man is back on the court, Mike Conley and Rob Dillingham should continue to see increased run.
Source: Dane Moore
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
4 months ago
Murray and Johnson are back on the Nuggets’ injury report, as they continue to deal with nagging injuries. However, neither has missed a game, and the probable tags suggest they will be cleared ahead of Monday’s game. Look for Murray and Johnson to occupy their usual places in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Randle eclipsed 30 points for the third time in six games, continuing to shoulder an expanded scoring role with Anthony Edwards sidelined by a hamstring injury. He led Minnesota’s offense with 15 points in each half to help them pull away in the third quarter for a comfortable win in their first game since Wednesday’s loss to the Lakers.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
4 months ago
Reid bounced back from a rough shooting night earlier in the week against the Lakers, when he went just 2-of-10 from the field and 1-of-5 from distance. The 26-year-old big man has seen an expanded role early in the season with superstar Anthony Edwards sidelined by a hamstring injury finishing in double figures three times in six contests to open the year.
MIN • Center • #27
4 months ago
Gobert did most of his damage down the home stretch as he took advantage of Charlotte’s lack of an interior presence outside of rookie center Ryan Kalkbrenner, recording his second double-double of the season. He’s unlikely to add much from a scoring standpoint, but he’s a reliable rebounder and is averaging nearly two blocks per-game this season. The five assists were certainly a nice bonus in this one.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
4 months ago
Clark missed the last two games with a strained left calf. The 24-year-old shooting guard’s primary utility is that he helps the Timberwolves on the defensive end. Clark isn’t worth adding in fantasy basketball.
DEN • Center • #15
4 months ago
Jokić started the year with a triple-double in each of the first four games of the season. That streak came to an end on Friday as the 30-year-old center had 21 points, 14 rebounds and nine assists against the Trail Blazers. Jokić missed it by one assist. Alas, he’ll have to wait until Monday against the Kings for his next chance at recording a triple-double.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
4 months ago
Johnson’s layup attempt with seven seconds left in regulation of a tie game was erases by Toumani Camara and the Trail Blazers would go on to win on free throws. The 29-year-old small forward has struggled mightily in his first few games with the Nuggets. Johnson has failed to score even 10 points in four of five games this year. He’s dealing with a shoulder injury that could be the root cause of his struggles and fantasy managers have to take that into account.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
4 months ago
Murray was initially questionable for Friday’s game, while Johnson was probable. They’ll both play and take on their usual roles within the Nuggets’ starting lineup. Johnson has struggled thus far, with the right shoulder injury likely being a reason why.
Source: Denver Nuggets
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
4 months ago
Clark has missed Minnesota’s last two games with a strained left calf. While he doesn’t provide much value on the offensive end of the floor, he is one of the Timberwolves’ top defenders. Once available, Clark will impact the Timberwolves more than fantasy basketball.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
4 months ago
While he’s yet to miss a full game this season, Johnson did exit Monday’s win over the Timberwolves during the fourth quarter due to right shoulder inflammation. On Wednesday, he only attempted four shots in Denver’s blowout of the Pelicans, so the injury may still be an issue. Johnson is probable to play, but fantasy managers should plan for limited production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
4 months ago
Murray is dealing with left calf tightness, hence his inclusion on the Nuggets’ injury report. He’s yet to miss a game this season, limiting the opportunities available to Bruce Brown and Jalen Pickett. That would change if Murray can’t play on Friday, with Brown offering higher fantasy upside.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Randle’s clutch, driving layup gave the Timberwolves a one-point lead with 10 seconds left in regulation, but the Lakers answered with an Austin Reaves game-winning floater. Still, the 30-year-old power forward continues to have big scoring nights while Anthony Edwards (hamstring) is sidelined. Randle has at least 30 points in two of his last three games. As long as Edwards is out, he’s a threat to score 30 points on a nightly basis.
DEN • Center • #15
4 months ago
Jokić has managed to record a triple-double in all four games so far this season. The 30-year-old center needed just 28 minutes, his fewest of the season so far, to get the triple-double in the blowout win. Jokić is still at the top of his game and the Pelicans were no match for him on Wednesday.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
4 months ago
Johnson was forced to exit Monday’s win over the Timberwolves during the fourth quarter due to right shoulder inflammation. He’s good to go for Wednesday’s game after initially being listed as questionable on the Nuggets’ injury report. Johnson will be part of the Nuggets’ starting lineup.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
4 months ago
Clark will miss a second straight game with a calf injury. While his absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, it could be an issue for the Timberwolves, who have struggled defensively recently. Not having one of their best defenders available can be problematic, even if the Lakers are without Luka Dončić and LeBron James.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
4 months ago
Clark was a late scratch for Monday’s loss to the Nuggets, and Minnesota missed his defensive ability. Rob Dillingham and Bones Hyland picked up additional minutes, but neither defends as well as Clark. And Minnesota can use Clark in the rotation with Lakers guard Austin Reaves having scored 92 points over his last two games.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
4 months ago
Johnson exited Monday’s win over the Timberwolves early in the fourth quarter with right shoulder inflammation. This is the first time he’s been on the injury report with the shoulder issue, so it’s unlikely to have impacted his slow start before Monday. Peyton Watson was in the closing lineup on Monday, which could mean he’ll start if Johnson cannot play against the Pelicans.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard • #
4 months ago
Hardaway Jr. had the hot hand against Minnesota and displayed it during the third quarter of Monday’s contest. In the period, he connected on all five of his shot attempts and went 3-of-3 from beyond the arc before finishing the frame with 15 points. His production in that quarter alone helped the Nuggets turn an eight-point halftime deficit into an eight-point lead after three quarters. Hardaway finished as one of three Denver players to score at least 20 points.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
4 months ago
Johnson left the game with 10:42 left and was deemed questionable to return. He sat out the rest of the game. Peyton Watson was part of the closing lineup, and if Johnson remains out against the Pelicans on Wednesday, Watson would have a good chance to start.
Source: Katy Winge
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
4 months ago
Murray was productive over the first two quarters of Monday’s contest, but hadn’t put his fingerprints on the game in any significant way to that point. However, he erupted after halftime, tallying four three-pointers and five free throws en route to a massive 23-point third quarter, which took Denver from down eight points at halftime to up eight entering the fourth frame. He cooled off from then on, but still contributed nine more points the rest of the way. Murray finished with a new season-high in points and helped Denver to a second straight victory.
DEN • Center • #15
4 months ago
Jokic logged his highest-scoring game of the season en route to his third consecutive triple-double. The former Finals MVP was extremely efficient from the field and perfect from the free-throw line in what turned out to be his third game scoring at least 20 points thus far. His most impact as a scorer came in a 5-of-5 shooting first quarter that led him to 13 points in the opening frame. Jokic picked his spots from then on, while staying aggressive on the glass and as a facilitator. He finished as the team’s second leading scorer on the evening.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
McDaniels was aggressive on the offensive end in Minnesota’s first game of the season without Anthony Edwards (hamstring). The versatile forward led all Timberwolves players in shot attempts and was the only one to tally double-digit makes. He was efficient from the floor and, unsurprisingly, made an impact on the defensive end as a shot blocker. McDaniels didn’t get involved much on the glass or as a passer, but if he can stay consistent as a scorer during Edwards’s absence, he’ll provide an undermanned Timberwolves squad with a needed scoring boost.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
4 months ago
On the heels of a 16-point, 12-rebound double-double against the Pacers, Reid turned in another strong performance off the bench on Monday. Against the Nuggets, he was one of two Minnesota players to drain multiple three-pointers, tied a team high in rebounds, and finished as one of the Timberwolves’ top three scorers on the evening. With Anthony Edwards out of the lineup for the time being, Reid’s scoring could be of big necessity for this team. Fantasy managers could expect continued productive performances from Reid moving forward.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
On the second night of a back-to-back, Randle provided the Timberwolves with efficient scoring, decent rebounding, and activity on the defensive end of the floor. His biggest impact on the offensive end came in an 11-point second quarter, helping the Timberwolves outscore the Nuggets by 12 to take an eight-point lead into halftime. Randle was quiet in the third frame but closed the game with seven points in the final quarter to put him past the 20-point mark for the third time this season. He’ll likely be leaned on even more as a scorer during this stretch in which Anthony Edwards is sidelined with a hamstring injury.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
4 months ago
Clark wasn’t on the injury report, but he has been ruled out shortly before tipoff. With Mike Conley starting, Rob Dillingham and Bones Hyland will occupy the backup point guard minutes.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Point Guard • #10
4 months ago
With Anthony Edwards (hamstring) set to miss two weeks, Conley will get the first nod as a starter in his place. Conley has struggled this season, but this could be a good opportunity to get back on track. Jaylen Clark, Terrence Shannon Jr. and Bones Hyland should take on extra reserve minutes in Edwards’ absence.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
MIN • Point Guard • #4
4 months ago
Dillingham played one minute in Friday’s loss to the Lakers, only to exit after fracturing his nose. After sitting out Sunday’s win over the Pacers, he’s available to return. With Anthony Edwards (hamstring) out, additional minutes may be available, but Dillingham is not a must-stream player in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards injured his right hamstring during the first quarter of Sunday’s win over the Pacers. According to Charania, the guard has been diagnosed with a strained hamstring and will miss two weeks. Based on the timeline, Edwards will miss at least seven games, which doesn’t factor in a ramp-up period. Mike Conley could be the replacement in the starting lineup, but fantasy managers should also plan on Terrence Shannon Jr. taking on a more prominent role within the rotation. Regarding usage, Julius Randle moves to the top of the offensive “food chain,” and Jaden McDaniels may also be in for a boost.
Source: Shams Charania
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
4 months ago
Reid was 4-for-13 with 11 points in the first two games of the season. The 26-year-old center bounced back against the Pacers on Sunday with a stronger offensive workload. His three-point shot is still off with Reid shooting 2-for-9 from behind the arc this season. Despite those struggles, he’s had three-point field goal percentages of 37.9 and 41.4 over the last two seasons. Reid should be in line for more consistent scoring once he starts making more threes again.
MIN • Center • #27
4 months ago
While the rebounding between the two teams overall was about even, the Pacers’ skeleton crew of 10 active players were no match for Gobert on the boards. The 33-year-old center’s 19 rebounds included four offensive rebounds against Indiana’s frontline. Gobert didn’t contribute much else for fantasy purposes besides two blocks, but being a big plus in the rebound category will help absorb the poor free-throw shooting.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Randle stepped up with Anthony Edwards (hamstring) leaving the game after three minutes. The 30-year-old power forward had his fourth game with at least 30 points since joining the Timberwolves before last season. Randle would be in line for more games like this if Edwards’ injury turns out to be significant, but his varied skillset offers fantasy managers multi-category goodness anyway.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards is dealing with right hamstring tightness. The 24-year-old shooting guard came up holding his right hamstring in the first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Pacers. Edwards headed to the locker room and was ruled out. He played just three minutes in the contest. While the severity of the injury is unclear at this time, any injury to a player of Edwards’ stature is of concern for fantasy managers.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Point Guard • #4
4 months ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, Dillingham is out after breaking his nose during Friday’s loss to the Lakers. His absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as the second-year guard has not been in the Timberwolves’ rotation to begin the season.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
Braun struggled in the season opener, but he was able to bounce back with a strong performance on Saturday. He signed a five-year, $125 million extension just a few days before the start of the regular season, and this is the type of performance they were hoping to get out of him. If he can keep this up, he’ll easily be able to make good on his eighth-round ADP in Yahoo! leagues.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
4 months ago
Murray was able to lead Denver in scoring, and three of his points came on a shot from beyond halfcourt to close out the first half. That was an exciting moment, and the rest of his night was just as great for fantasy managers. Murray has started the year off strong, though this was their final game of the week, and they only have three games next week. The schedule will be more in his favor as the season progresses, but he has been worth his early fourth-round ADP.
DEN • Center • #15
4 months ago
After an inefficient triple-double in the season opener, Jokic was far more efficient in this one. He only missed two shots. That’s easier to do when you only take eight shots. Jokic’s unique ability to completely dominate games without shooting often is incredible. He only took one shot in the first half, and he ended up recording the eighth triple-double of his career where he took eight or fewer shots. Only Draymond Green and Domantas Sabonis have more such games under their belt. Denver only has three games next week, starting in Minnesota on Monday.
MIN • Point Guard • #4
4 months ago
Dillingham didn’t see the floor in the season opener and then fractured his nose after playing just one minute on Friday. If he is available, he will likely be donning a face mask, but he won’t play a significant role.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
DiVincenzo made his second start at the point guard position on Friday and found greater individual success than in the season opener. He left his mark from beyond the arc against the Lakers en route to scoring in double figures for the first time this season. He also doubled his assists from opening night and picked up a pair of steals along the way. DiVincenzo’s production could increase if more reps at the position throughout the season prove valuable to his development.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Julius Randle was one of the brightest spots for Minnesota’s offense on Friday. Accurate shooting from deep and inside the three-point line helped lead the veteran forward to his first 20-point outing of the season, which allowed him to finish as the second-leading scorer on the team. Randle’s work on the glass was also impressive and nearly enough to secure a double-double, while his handful of dimes tied a team-best. Looking ahead, Randle should remain in his current role as a heavily featured starting forward — his production should be sustainable.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Despite not putting up as jaw-dropping a performance as he did in the season-opener against the Trail Blazers, Edwards was still impressive in Friday’s loss to the Lakers. He was accurate with his shooting from the floor, continued to drain the three-point shot, and even had a way of impacting the game as a passer. His efforts didn’t lead to a victory, but a balanced performance overall should keep fantasy managers happy.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
4 months ago
This was a strong way to start the year off for Murray, who had a Yahoo! ADP of 37.3. He only had five double-doubles all of last season. Murray has been a top-20 player in per-game, nine-cat value in each of the last two seasons, and this type of performance will help him replicate that production once again. Denver’s next game will come against the Suns on Saturday.
DEN • Center • #15
4 months ago
Of course, Jokic started off the year with a triple-double. This was the second straight season that he recorded a triple-double in the season opener. It was a subpar shooting performance for him, and his struggles from beyond the arc (2-of-12) were certainly a factor. Obviously, there is no reason to be concerned about Jokic after one game. He should bounce back against the Suns on Saturday.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
4 months ago
Gordon had an unreal start to this game, making his first eight attempts from beyond the arc. He ended up setting a new career-high for both points and three-pointers, with the 10th triple giving Denver a lead late in the fourth before Stephen Curry forced overtime. Gordon only added five more points in the extra frame, with two of those coming after the game was all but over. It was a monster performance that was wasted in the loss, though that aspect won’t matter for fantasy managers. Gordon has certainly improved as a three-point shooter in recent years, but this was a performance that he certainly won’t replicate.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
4 months ago
Johnson was acquired by the Nuggets this offseason in a deal that sent Michael Porter Jr. to Brooklyn. His first game wasn’t what they were hoping to get out of him. He struggled to hit shots and didn’t contribute much in the box score elsewhere. Don’t panic; Johnson will be just fine, and he fits in well on this team. He’ll have an opportunity to bounce back against the Suns on Saturday.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
McDaniels hit a three-pointer that put the Timberwolves ahead with 2:25 left in the fourth quarter. It was a clutch shot at that point in the game, though the Timberwolves would give up the lead only to get it back on a clutch shot by Anthony Edwards. It’s only one game, but McDaniels already looks like a steal as his preseason Yahoo! ADP was outside the top-100.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Anthony Edwards was said to be dealing with a back injury heading into this game, but he ultimately didn’t defer any of his typical usage as he led the team with 28 shot attempts. Randle would’ve figured to pick up some usage if Edwards was out. He played an efficient game to get his numbers in this one without the additional usage with 19 points on 13 shots and six assists with zero turnovers. Randle picked up right where he left off as a perfect fit with the Timberwolves in his first year with Minnesota.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards was initially listed as questionable with back spasms, but ended up playing 39 minutes against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday. The 24-year-old shooting guard was the best player on the floor with a game-high 41 points. Edwards hit a three-pointer with 1:14 left that put the Timberwolves up for good, partially because he also hit a jumper with seven seconds left that iced the game. Typical superstar effort from Edwards that we’ve seen many times already in his young career.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
A game-time decision for Wednesday’s season opener due to back spasms, Edwards is available and will occupy his usual place in the starting lineup. Donte DiVincenzo, Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert complete the Timberwolves’ starting five.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
The lineup decision means veteran Mike Conley will come off the bench, but according to Haynes, he will “remain a vital piece.” DiVincenzo’s fantasy value gets a boost with this announcement, and he’s still widely available on many waiver wires.
Source: Chris B. Haynes
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
Braun has seen his minutes and production rise since being selected No. 21 overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. He won a championship with the Nuggets as a rookie, and he’s steadily become an integral part of the team’s core rotation. Fantasy managers will hope he continues to ascend in Year 4. He finished as a late fifth rounder in per-game fantasy hoops value in 2024-25.
Source: Shams Charania on Twitter