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MIN • Point Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Despite Saturday’s game not being part of a back-to-back, Conley is on the injury report for rest reasons. Whether he plays may be influenced by Anthony Edwards (shoulder), who is also listed as questionable. If Edwards can’t play, Conley would be the replacement in the starting lineup if he’s available.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Edwards tweaked his right shoulder during Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets but remained in the game. His availability may affect Mike Conley’s (rest), who is also questionable. If Edwards can play, don’t be surprised if Conley gets the night off. If he can’t, there’s a good chance that Conley will be the replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Shannon’s left foot strain sidelined him late in Thursday’s overtime loss to the Nuggets, and he’ll miss at least one complete game. More minutes will be available to Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark in Shannon’s absence.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center • #27
about 1 month ago
Though Gobert finished one point shy of a double-double, he was still able to have a productive fantasy night in what has been a strong season for him. Of course, Nikola Jokic’s monster night will take away from what Gobert did, but it was solid for fantasy managers before he fouled out in overtime. The former Defensive Player of the Year recorded double-digit rebounds for a seventh straight game and set a new season high for blocks.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 1 month ago
Randle has cooled off after an excellent start to the year, but he’s certainly still capable of big scoring nights, as he proved in this game. This was his sixth 30-point game of the season, though it was his first since Nov. 19, and the other four came during Minnesota’s first eight games of the season. Randle had scored 25 points in the game before this, so he’ll look to carry this momentum into a matchup with the Nets on Saturday.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Edwards started this game off hot and ended the first quarter with 14 points. He cooled off after that until the fourth quarter. He scored 13 points over the final seven minutes, including a contested three-pointer from the corner to tie the game and force overtime. He helped Minnesota score the first nine points of overtime, but the game shifted Denver’s way after that. Edwards scored 11 points in the extra frame prior to an ejection that came after he disagreed with a pivotal call. Edwards matched his season high for scoring in this game it what will go down as a disappointing loss for the Wolves.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Shannon was ruled out a few minutes into the fourth quarter, so he likely wouldn’t have seen the floor for the remainder of the game regardless. If he misses time beyond the end of this game, Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark should take on a few extra minutes.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
McDaniels’ return from an oblique injury prompts the lone change to the Timberwolves’ starting lineup. He’ll start, with Mike Conley being moved back to the bench.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Hyland was a late addition to the Timberwolves’ injury report, but he’s officially available to play. While he has earned rotation minutes recently, leapfrogging Rob Dillingham, Hyland boasts a limited fantasy ceiling, especially with Jaden McDaniels active.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
After a one-game absence, McDaniels has been cleared to return to action. His availability affects Mike Conley the most, as the veteran point guard is likely headed back to the bench.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Holmgren’s two games against the Spurs this week were a struggle. In the defeats, he totaled 17 points, 15 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one three-pointer. While the Thunder certainly have the depth to compensate for the occasional off night, the matchup with San Antonio has proven to be one in which the champs need all hands on deck (the Spurs are 3-0 against OKC this season). Holmgren will look to bounce back on Sunday against the 76ers, but that’s the first game of a back-to-back. Hopefully, he can play both contests.
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #55
about 1 month ago
Hartenstein finished Thursday’s defeat with his eighth double-double of the season and first since November 15. The lingering concern is his availability, with Hartenstein still working his way back from a strained calf. Before Thursday, he had not appeared in consecutive games since November 23-26. For that reason, fantasy managers should anticipate Hartenstein sitting out one of Oklahoma City’s next two games, Sunday against Philadelphia or Monday against Atlanta.
OKC • Shooting Guard and Power Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams struggled with his shot on Thursday, as he continues to work his way back from right wrist surgery. There are still some range-of-motion issues for the Thunder forward, but the percentages haven’t suffered too much. Thursday was the exception, as Williams shot the ball poorly from the field and the foul line. There should not be any concern on the part of fantasy managers, as J-Dub is providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats.
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
After dropping 33 points in Tuesday’s blowout loss to the Spurs, Gilgeous-Alexander was kept in check by San Antonio in Thursday’s rematch. He remains one of the best players to have rostered in fantasy basketball, but the San Antonio matchup has proven to be a challenging one for SGA and the Thunder. He’ll look to bounce back Sunday against the 76ers.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
McDaniels is on track to return to action after a one-game absence. If he’s cleared, Mike Conley would most likely return to the bench, which would be a hit to his already-low fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Hyland is a late addition to the Timberwolves’ injury report. How impactful his absence would be if he can’t play depends on Jaden McDaniels (oblique), who is also questionable. If McDaniels plays, the minutes available to Hyland would decrease.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
McDaniels injured his oblique Sunday against the Bucks and subsequently missed Tuesday’s win over the Knicks. The 25-year-old small forward is questionable to return against the Nuggets on Thursday. With McDaniels out Tuesday, Naz Reid and Bones Hyland each played 25 minutes off the bench.
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Gilgeous-Alexander got into a groove early, hitting 7-of-10 from the floor in the first half, and eclipsed the lofty 30-point plateau for the fourth consecutive contest and sixth time in eight games since the start of December. The injury-depleted Thunder hold a league-best 26-4 mark this season but have dropped three of their last five games They’ll attempt to get back on track with a rematch against the Spurs on Christmas Day in Oklahoma City.
MIN • Center • #27
about 1 month ago
Gobert continued his dominance on the glass, extending his streak of games with at least 12 rebounds to six. Add in the defensive stats and percentages, and this was an excellent night for the veteran center. Over the last two weeks, Gobert has been close to a top-50 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. Continuing on that path would go a long way toward ensuring that Gobert’s season-long fantasy value aligns with his Yahoo! ADP (68).
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 1 month ago
While this wasn’t the first time that Randle has played against the Knicks since being traded before the start of last season, this was the first game in which he took over. The Timberwolves forward was outstanding in the fourth quarter, scoring 17 points on 6-of-8 shooting from the field. Randle didn’t attempt a three-pointer in the period, instead attacking the paint consistently. He’ll look to do more of the same against the Nuggets on Christmas Night.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
The shorthanded Knicks failed to come up with an answer defensively for Edwards, whose 38 points were the most he’s scored since returning from the foot injury that sidelined him for three games. The Timberwolves star has been a top-20 player in eight and nine-cat formats, and he’s shown no signs of slowing down. Minnesota visits Denver on Christmas Day, and that could be another big night for Edwards.
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Holmgren and Hartenstein are back after sitting out Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. Their returns mean that Cason Wallace and Branden Carlson head to the bench. While Wallace will remain in the rotation, there’s a high likelihood that Carlson will not.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Point Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Jaden McDaniels (oblique) is sidelined for this game. He exited early from Sunday’s win over the Bucks, and Conley started the second half in his place. This will be Conley’s sixth start of the season, and he has been a decent source of assists as a starter.
Source: Timberwolves PR
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Wiggins is available after missing Oklahoma City’s last two games with an adductor injury. Ajay Mitchell is out, so he can absorb some of the minutes that would have gone to the second-year guard. Alex Caruso and Isaiah Joe are also available off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #55
about 1 month ago
Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren will both be back in action after sitting out Monday, and both big men should occupy their usual spots in Oklahoma City’s starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
With both Wiggins and Mitchell sidelined, more minutes should be available for Isaiah Joe, Cason Wallace and Alex Caruso.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Holmgren will return after sitting out the first leg of Oklahoma City’s back-to-back set. He’s expected to handle his usual workload, so fantasy managers should get him back into lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
McDaniels was forced out of Sunday’s win over Milwaukee early, and the injury will force him to miss at least one contest. Mike Conley, Naz Reid and Bones Hyland are all candidates for expanded roles in McDaniels’ absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Shooting Guard • #25
about 1 month ago
Mitchell departed Monday’s game during the fourth quarter due to an unspecified issue, but the proverbial hay was in the barn by then. While the absences of Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein did not affect the second-year guard much since they play different positions, he was one of the Thunder players who picked up the slack. Mitchell has been a top-100 player in eight-cat formats over the last two weeks, but his value has taken a hit since Jalen Williams’ return on November 28. Mitchell remains a deep-league option with the ability to offer standard-league value on nights when the Thunder are shorthanded.
Source: Clemente Almanza
OKC • Shooting Guard and Power Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams’ 24 points were one shy of his season-high, and he’s provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats since making his season debut on November 28. The good news for fantasy managers is that J-Dub has played both games of a back-to-back since returning, and that should bode well for his availability for Tuesday’s game against the Spurs. That’s the first of three games Oklahoma City will play during the remainder of Week 10.
Source: NBA
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
The Thunder have won their last 11 regular-season meetings with the Grizzlies, and Gilgeous-Alexander once again led the way on Monday. With Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein out due to injury, SGA carried a little more of the offensive workload, finishing with his 22nd game of 30 points or more this season. And he made some history, joining Wilt Chamberlain as the only players in league history to score at least 20 points in 100 consecutive games. SGA and the Thunder will likely encounter more resistance on Tuesday when they visit the Spurs.
Source: NBA
OKC • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
The Thunder are without their top three big men, as Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein and Jaylin Williams are out due to injury. As a result, Carlson will make his first start as an NBA player. Given Oklahoma City’s lack of healthy post players and the Grizzlies not having Zach Edey, Carlson is worth a roll of the dice in deep leagues.
Source: Rylan Stiles
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Monday’s game, Wiggins has been ruled out. This will be the second straight game that he’s missed, which means additional minutes for fellow reserves Ayay Mitchell and Isaiah Joe. The former has been the more valuable option in fantasy leagues this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Hopefully, Ingles won’t be away from his teammates for too long. His absence will not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
McDaniels suffered a left oblique contusion during the first half of Sunday’s win over the Bucks and did not return. Mike Conley was moved into the lineup to start the third quarter, possibly a sign that he’ll start on Tuesday if McDaniels can’t go. However, Sunday’s game was Conley’s first since missing four games with a sore Achilles, so he may not go past 24 minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Caruso will sit out the first leg of Oklahoma City’s back-to-back set, and he’ll join multiple teammates on the sideline. In Caruso’s absence, Ajay Mitchell and Cason Wallace should see increased run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Holmgren will join Isaiah Hartenstein and Jaylin Williams on the sideline, which should lead to additional playing time for Branden Carlson. Oklahoma City could opt to go small, with Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace handling additional responsibilities.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Point Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Conley was active after missing four games with a sore Achilles, and the 24 minutes played may have been more than expected. And there was a good reason for the veteran guard to play more, as Jaden McDaniels exited during the first half with a hip injury. Conley started the third quarter, and while he didn’t do much scoring, the rebounds, assists and defensive stats were there. If McDaniels can’t play on Tuesday against the Knicks, Conley could be moved into the starting lineup. He would only be worth a look in deep leagues.
MIN • Center • #27
about 1 month ago
Goebrt has been a beast on the glass recently, grabbing at least 12 rebounds in five straight games. Sunday’s tally of 18 was the most in a game for the veteran center since October 26, when Gobert reached that number in a win over the Pacers. For managers either punting free-throw percentage or willing to take a hit in that category, Gobert has been a third-round player over the last two weeks.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Since going 0-of-6 from three in a December 8 loss to the Suns, DiVincenzo has made at least three three-pointers in five straight games. Sunday was the fourth in this run in which he’s made four, and the increased production has boosted his fantasy value. Over the last two weeks, DiVincenzo has been ranked just outside the top-75 in eight-cat formats. Depending on what happens with Jaden McDaniels, who left Sunday’s game with a hip injury, DiVincenzo would be worth a look in more leagues.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
After scoring 26 points in his first game back on Friday, Edwards dropped another 24 on the Bucks. For the season, he’s providing top-20 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, shooting nearly 49 percent from the field. On most nights, Edwards has been efficient as a scorer and playmaker, ensuring that there’s no gap in his value between eight- and nine-cat formats. The Timberwolves open a three-game Week 10 on Tuesday against the Knicks.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
McDaniels injured his hip during the first quarter of Sunday’s game. While he did return to action after a trip to the locker room, the forward did not stay in the game long before returning to the locker room. Bones Hyland, Terrence Shannon Jr. and Jaylen Clark should see their minutes increase due to McDaniels’ early exit.
Source: Christopher Hine
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 month ago
Williams has missed two games due to heel bursitis, and he’ll miss a third on Monday. With Isaiah Hartenstein also out, Branden Carlson may enter the rotation. However, he would not be worth rostering in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Wiggins did not play in Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, one night after logging 23 minutes in a win over the Clippers. If he’s unable to play, there would be a few more minutes available to fellow reserves Ajay Mitchell and Isaiah Joe.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Holmgren is dealing with lower back spasms and is not guaranteed to be available for Monday’s game. The Thunder are also in action Tuesday, so the 7-foot-1 forward/center may have been ruled out for one of the next two, even if he were healthy. With Isaiah Hartenstein and Jaylin Williams already out, Branden Carlson may pick up rotation minutes on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #55
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Thunder, so Hartenstein won’t play as he continues to work his way back from a calf injury. Cason Wallace should return to the starting lineup, raising his fantasy ceiling while shifting Chet Holmgren to the five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Dieng’s absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he does not play consistent rotation minutes. He should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Caruso has a sprained middle finger on his right hand, which is why he appears on the injury report. With the Thunder also playing on Tuesday, this may be viewed as an opportunity to get the veteran guard a night off. If Caruso sits, Ajay Mitchell and Cason Wallace will figure more prominently in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Point Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Conley will return following a four-game absence, and he should see his usual allotment of minutes off the bench. That should cut Rob Dillingham’s minutes significantly, as Anthony Edwards (foot) is also available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Clark will be back after a one-game absence. He’ll fill out some of the reserve guard minutes alongside Bones Hyland, Terrence Shannon Jr., Rob Dillingham and potentially Mike Conley, who is questionable to return from a four-game absence.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Conley has a chance to return from a four-game absence. Rob Dillingham has taken on extra minutes with Conley unavailable, though he hasn’t played enough to make a fantasy impact. With Anthony Edwards (foot) also back, Dillingham may get bumped out of the rotation entirely when Conley returns.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves PR
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Caruso didn’t do much scoring, but the rebounds and blocked shots would make many post players proud, much less a guard like himself. He finished Friday’s defeat with season-highs in both categories. Caruso didn’t record any steals, but that’s the category in which he’s excelled recently. On Friday, his streak of four straight games with at least two steals came to an end, but he’s still averaging a career-high 1.8 per game.
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
After shining in Thursday’s rout of the Clippers, Holmgren was comparatively quiet on Friday. If there has been an issue for the 7-foot-1 forward/center over the last week, it has been the limited production in assists and steals. He’s averaged 0.7 assists and 0.3 steals over the past week, and Holmgren’s blocks average for the season is also down compared to his first two seasons. He remains a top-50 player for the season, but Holmgren has more to give.
OKC • Shooting Guard and Power Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams didn’t have the best night shooting the basketball, but the more important takeaway was that he was available for both ends of Oklahoma City’s back-to-back. After logging 29 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Clippers, he played 32 minutes against the Timberwolves. J-Dub has been a third-round player since returning to game action, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP (26). Oklahoma City begins its Week 10 slate with a Monday/Tuesday back-to-back, and that should not be an issue for Williams.
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Another day, another 30-point stat line for the reigning NBA MVP. Gilgeous-Alexander has scored at least 30 points in 21 of the 26 games he’s played this season, and all that his stat line lacked on Friday was a three-pointer. As expected, SGA continues to rank among the elite in fantasy basketball, with only Nikola Jokić and Victor Wembanyama being more valuable. Oklahoma City is done for Week 9, but the champs play four games in Week 10.
MIN • Center • #27
about 1 month ago
Gobert has not always been part of the closing lineup this season, but his rebounding production has been consistent. He’s reached double digits in that category in four straight games, a stretch that includes two double-doubles. Gobert’s overall fantasy value has been disappointing this season, but he has been close to a top-50 player in models that punt free-throw percentage. Minnesota ends Week 9 on Sunday against the Bucks.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 1 month ago
Reid being part of the closing lineup has been a common occurrence this season, raising his fantasy ceiling in the process. All that was missing from his stat line on Friday was a three-pointer, but managers will undoubtedly take the rebounds and “stocks.” Over the last two weeks, Reid has been a top-75 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, sitting just outside the top-50 in the latter.
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Wiggins will not be available after playing 23 minutes off the bench in Thursday’s win over the Clippers. Multiple players, including fellow reserves Alex Caruso and Isaiah Joe, can absorb the minutes that would have gone to Wiggins.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 month ago
Williams is set to miss another game with right heel bursitis. The 25-year-old power forward’s absence isn’t enough to impact fantasy basketball for the Thunder’s rotation much with Isaiah Hartenstein off the injury report.
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Wiggins has had some good performances lately with Luguentz Dort and Alex Caruso out of the lineup. With both of those guys back now, Wiggins is still in the Thunder’s rotation, but won’t play enough to be worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.