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SAS • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
McLaughlin is available, but he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to be a factor in fantasy basketball. Leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet is good to go after missing Thursday’s win over the Jazz. His return means that the Spurs won’t have to go small when Victor Wembanyama rests. Kornet’s fantasy ceiling isn’t great, but he is worth rostering in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
McLaughlin’s availability does not affect fantasy basketball, as he is not in the Spurs’ rotation on most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet did not play in Thursday’s win over the Jazz. The Spurs went small for most of the minutes Victor Wembanyama wasn’t on the floor; expect a similar approach if Kornet can’t play against New Orleans.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell has been out since December 29, which has resulted in Julian Champagnie moving into the starting lineup. Depending on how the Spurs handle Vassell’s workload, Champagnie may get another start. He’s worth holding onto until Vassell plays without restrictions, given his three-point production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
In the aftermath of Saturday’s killing of a man by federal agents, the league has decided to postpone Saturday’s game. The two teams will play on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Eastern, meaning the Warriors and Timberwolves will meet on consecutive nights.
Source: Shams Charania
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
It continues to come inconsistently, but Reid has been a fantasy beast at times this season. Usually, that’s because of an offensive explosion, which held true in this game. However, it was the defensive impact that made this so impressive. The blocks were a new season high for him, and for a player only averaging 0.9 blocks per game this year, that isn’t a category that managers have relied on from him. He’ll look to stay hot against the Warriors on Saturday.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle’s production had dropped off in the two games since Anthony Edwards returned, but that didn’t hold true in this one. This was his eight 30-point game of the season, though only three of those have come over the past month. Randle has been excellent for Minnesota this year, and he currently ranks inside the top 50 in nine-category leagues. He’ll look to stay hot against the Warriors on Saturday.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 2 months ago
Johnson’s inconsistent scoring recently has negatively affected his fantasy value, especially given his limited defensive production. He’s reached double figures in three of his last six games, but Thursday’s stat line was solid. While there have been more opportunities with Devin Vassell out of the lineup, Johnson’s game will not have a significant impact in category leagues. There’s no need to consider streaming him in 12-team leagues.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
While De’Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama combined to score 57 points, Castle had one of his best games of the season from a distribution standpoint. In addition to eight assists, the second-year guard recorded just one turnover in 37 minutes. Castle didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but the efficiency as a playmaker was of far greater importance.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Fox scored 12 of his 31 points during the fourth quarter, a fitting cap to one of his best games of the season. This was his third 30-point game of the season and first since December 3, with the Spurs guard shooting the ball exceptionally well from the field. Over the past two weeks, Fox has offered fourth-round per-game value in eight-cat formats.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama has recorded double-doubles in three straight and four of his last five appearances. On Thursday, his shot-blocking was also elite, with five blocks the most in a game for Wemby since he reached that mark in a December 27 loss to the Jazz. Over the past two weeks, Wembanyama has offered top-5 value in nine-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long value.
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
Sochan is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. While he has not affected fantasy basketball this season, there may be a few more minutes available since Luke Kornet (adductor) is out.
Source: Tom Orsborn
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle was a late addition to the injury report, but he will be good to go against Chicago. He’ll occupy his typical role in the starting lineup and look to help Minnesota snap this three-game losing streak.
Source: Timberwolves PR
SAS • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
Kornet has been battling left adductor tightness but has continued to play around 20 minutes a game. This will be his first missed game since December 5th. Bismack Biyombo could move into the rotation, but the Spurs may be able to get by with going small and playing Harrison Barnes or Keldon Johnson more minutes.
Source: NBA.com
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle, Naz Reid, and Donte DiVincenzo are the only players to play in all 44 games this season, so the expectation is that Randle will do what he can to get onto the court. Randle was also present at shootaround earlier on Thursday, so the injury is likely not severe. If he doesn’t play, Reid would likely slide into the starting lineup with Joan Beringer entering the rotation.
Source: Alan Horton
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
Sochan has been a non-factor in fantasy basketball, but he may have a few more minutes if he plays on Thursday. Luke Kornet (adductor) is also questionable for Thursday night, and using Sochan as a small-ball five when Victor Wembanyama is off the floor could be preferable to inserting Bismack Biyombo into the rotation. However, this is only an option if Kornet can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
Kornet is dealing with left adductor tightness, and his absence could result in Bismack Biyombo moving into the rotation. However, the Spurs could also go small when Victor Wembanyama is off the court, so there’s no need to roster Biyombo in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards followed up his career-high 55-point performance against the Spurs on Saturday with 38 points against the Jazz on Tuesday. The 24-year-old shooting guard was out-dueled by Keyonte George, who had 43 points as the Jazz came back from down 12 points in the fourth quarter to win 127-122. Minnesota is off until Thursday against the Bulls, which gives Edwards some time to rest his lingering foot injury.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Like Victor Wembanyama, Castle had a rough night shooting the basketball. The good news for fantasy managers was that the rebounds and assists were solid, and Castle kept the turnovers (three) in check. While his place in the Spurs’ starting lineup makes Castle a player to roster in 12-team formats, fantasy managers have taken a hit due to his efficiency issues.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Tuesday’s game ranks among the worst in Wembanyama’s two-plus NBA season. In addition to missing all seven of his three-point attempts, the Spurs center was 5-of-14 from inside the arc. Add in the lack of defensive stats, and there wasn’t much to like about Wembanyama’s final line beyond the ten rebounds. He’ll look to bounce back on Thursday against the Jazz.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
As a team, the Spurs shot 14-of-50 from beyond the arc. Just imagine what the percentage would have been if Champagnie weren’t 8-of-16 by himself. Once again filling in for the injured Devin Vassell, Champagnie has been a 12th-round player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. While the overall fantasy value isn’t great, Julian should be rostered by managers seeking three-point production while Vassell remains out.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Counting Tuesday’s game against the Rockets, Vassell has missed San Antonio’s last 12 games with a strained left adductor. While Johnson’s update was positive, the Spurs’ wing does not have a return timeline. Julian Champagnie has been a solid streaming option as Vassell’s replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: Michael C. Wright
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid exited Saturday’s matchup with the Spurs early with the shoulder injury, but he’ll be back in action without missing a game. With Rudy Gobert (hip) also available, Reid should occupy his usual spot off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #
about 2 months ago
Bryant has only played a small role for San Antonio this season, but he was able to see a bump in minutes in this game, which allowed him to set a new career high for points. Bryant hasn’t made much of a fantasy impact as a rookie, but he holds plenty of upside for dynasty managers. He has elite upside as a defender, so seeing him have a decent scoring night is encouraging. However, this doesn’t make him worth rostering in redraft leagues.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
Harper has shown plenty of flashes throughout his rookie season, but he hasn’t had many games where he’s been impactful for fantasy managers, especially as of late. However, the combination of shooting efficiency and counting stats changed that for at least this game. He hasn’t been a reliable option in standard leagues, and the Spurs are too good for him to see a late-season bump, but this game is a good reminder that he is an elite asset in dynasty leagues.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wemby was once again able to have a monster performance. He has taken fewer three-pointers this season, which has helped his field goal percentage. However, over his last three games, he is averaging 5.3 triples per game, and he set a new season high against Utah. During that stretch, he’s averaging 31.3 points, 9.7 rebounds and 2.0 blocks to go with the triples while also shooting better than 50 percent from the floor in each game. He’ll look to stay hot in Houston on Tuesday.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid, who started for Rudy Gobert, left Saturday’s loss to the Spurs during the first half with a sore left shoulder. Gobert’s off the injury report, so he’ll be back in the starting lineup. If Reid can’t play against the Jazz, rookie Joan Beringer may enter the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Ingles will be available after a one-game absence, but that won’t alter the Timberwolves’ rotation. If he sees the floor at all, it will only be for a few minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert missed Saturday’s game, but he’ll return to take on his former team. Naz Reid will head back to the bench, though he is questionable with a shoulder issue. His status will determine if Joan Beringer is part of the rotation or not.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #
about 2 months ago
With Rudy Gobert (hip) out, Beringer was going to play rotation minutes on Saturday. Then the Timberwolves lost Naz Reid to a shoulder injury during the first quarter. While the Timberwolves went small at times, there were also more minutes available to the rookie from France. Beringer finished with a nice stat line, grabbing a season-high eight boards while scoring in double figures for the second time. While his value in redraft leagues will be limited due to the players ahead of him in the rotation, Beringer is an intriguing piece for dynasty league managers.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
With Saturday’s performance, Randle is up to 13 double-doubles, one shy of his tally for the entire 2024-25 season. He appears to be in a better space than he was for most of his first season in Minnesota, and the stats bear that out. Randle didn’t shoot well from the field, but he was perfect at the foul line and posted a solid overall stat line.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
McDaniels finished Saturday’s defeat with his tenth game with at least 20 points and a complete stat line. Due to the Timberwolves’ scoring options, the talented wing defender tends to take a back seat on offense. That wasn’t the case against the Spurs, and he made the most of his opportunities. Rostered in 46 percent of Yahoo! leagues, McDaniels has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
After a two-game absence, Edwards put on a show in San Antonio, especially during the fourth quarter. He scored 30 points in the final frame, nearly dragging the Timberwolves to a win after trailing by as much as 25. Edwards’ 55 is a career-high, and he did so on excellent percentages. Minnesota having three games on its Week 14 schedule is good news for Edwards, given the lingering foot issue.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 2 months ago
Having totaled 16 points on 5-of-14 shooting in his previous two appearances, Johnson needed a good Saturday night. He answered the call, providing needed production off the bench to help the Spurs avoid losing a game they led by as much as 25. Over the past two weeks, Johnson has offered 11th-round value in eight-cat formats, and that’s with lackluster assist and steals production. While he has a limited fantasy ceiling, Johnson’s floor is solid.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
With backcourt partner Stephon Castle (8/6/9/3 with two three-pointers) playing through an illness, Fox took his game up a notch on Saturday. In recording his fourth double-double of the season, the Spurs’ guard matched his season-high with 12 assists. Shooting 43.7 percent from the field, Fox has been an 11th-round player over the past two weeks in eight-cat formats.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
With Rudy Gobert unavailable and Naz Reid leaving after five minutes, Saturday’s game appeared to be one in which Wembanyama would have little trouble putting up a gaudy stat line. That’s what happened, and the Spurs needed each of Wemby’s 39 points to hold off Anthony Edwards. Over the past two weeks, Wembanyama has been a top-10 player in nine-cat formats. The Spurs play four games in Week 14, starting with the Jazz on Monday.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid, who was starting for the injured Rudy Gobert, left Saturday’s game during the first quarter with a sore left shoulder. He only played five minutes before being ruled out at the start of the third quarter. Rookie Joan Beringer started the third in Reid’s place, and he’s going to get valuable in-game experience facing Victor Wembanyama.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
The Timberwolves won’t have Rudy Gobert for Saturday’s game, as he’s out with a hip injury. He’s replaced in the lineup by Reid. While this is a clear upgrade offensively, the Timberwolves’ defense takes a significant hit. Also, Edwards’ return means that Mike Conley will come off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert will sit out Saturday’s game, which is the second in as many nights for the Timberwolves. Naz Reid is the likely replacement in the starting lineup, but there will also be more minutes available to rookie Joan Beringer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, taking on the assignment of defending Anthony Edwards in the Timberwolves’ star’s first game back from a foot injury.
Source: Paul Garcia
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Ingles only sees a few minutes per game if he sees the floor at all. He won’t be available as an inbounder if they need one in a late-game situation, but his absence won’t impact much else.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert could end up sidelined on the second night of a back-to-back. Naz Reid would likely fill his spot in the starting lineup after scoring 25 points on Friday. Joan Beringer would also see a bump in minutes down low off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards has missed the Wolves’ last two games, but he will return to take on San Antonio. Mike Conley will be pushed back to a role off the bench, and Bones Hyland will lose the streaming upside that he held.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert added another double-double to his season total and was able to make a big impact on the defensive end. However, it was an abysmal night for him from the free throw line. Both teams struggled in that department; Minnesota shot 20-of-35 on free throws, while Houston shot 20-of-34. The struggles seemed to be contagious, but nobody got hit harder than Gobert. Still, managers aren’t relying on Gobert for help in that category, and he was able to contribute in enough other areas to make up for it.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid returned to the bench with Rudy Gobert back after serving a one-game suspension, but that didn’t slow down his scoring. This was his third 20-point double-double of the season, and over his last four games, Reid is averaging 21.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.0 steal, 1.0 block and 3.8 triples per game. This was one of his best performances of the season, and he’ll look to stay hot in San Antonio on Saturday.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
With Anthony Edwards (foot) out for a second straight game, Randle stepped up as the primary scorer in his place. He set a new season high for scoring, but it wasn’t enough for Minnesota to walk away with a win. Still, Randle has scored 68 points over their last two games with Edwards unavailable, and he should continue to be a focal point of the offense as long as Edwards is out. Next up on the schedule is a matchup with the Spurs on Saturday.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle hasn’t missed a game in over a month but could end up unavailable against Minnesota. Dylan Harper would be a strong candidate to fill in for Castle in the starting unit and would receive a nice bump in playing time and production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Fox was one of several Spurs players who found production in limited minutes on Thursday. The veteran guard logged just 23 minutes of action, thanks to a comfortable Spurs lead, but still nearly finished with 20 points. Fox’s trio of three-pointers was important as far as fantasy basketball is concerned, though he didn’t have much of an impact elsewhere. Regardless, he performed well in his minutes and should be a bit more rested for Saturday’s game against the Timberwolves.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle needed just 26 minutes of game action on Thursday to secure his first double-double in nearly one month. The second-year guard scored efficiently from the floor, and while he reached double figures in assists, the zero turnovers he committed were perhaps even more impressive. The balanced performance was the second consecutive for Castle, who had struggled to produce previously for a short period. Now that he appears to be out of a slump, fantasy managers should expect him to remain productive against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
The Spurs dominated the Bucks on the scoreboard on Thursday, limiting Wembanyama to just 22 minutes of game action. Yet, the versatile third-year center didn’t need much time to log a nice stat line. The former first-overall pick had a big night from beyond the arc, making all but one of his six attempts en route to concluding as the only Spurs player with 20 or more points. He also pulled down double-digit rebounds to secure yet another double-double on the season. Wembanyama continues to put up great numbers and remains one of the most productive fantasy basketball options.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Friday’s game will be Edwards’ second on the sidelines as he sits due to right foot injury maintenance. Mike Conley moved into the starting lineup and should retain that role, but Edwards’ absence also enhances Bones Hyland’s value. If fantasy managers are seeking a streaming option, Hyland is the superior choice.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Vassell will miss a ninth consecutive game due to a strained left adductor. Julian Champagnie will remain in the starting lineup until Vassell is healthy enough to return.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle had just 11 points and shot 2-of-11 from the field in Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves. He also wasn’t that great the game before with nine points on 3-of-16 shooting against the Celtics. Castle bounced back with as many points as he had had in the previous two games (20) against the Thunder on Tuesday. He was also just three rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double. Castle will look to build on this performance Thursday against the Bucks.
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
With Anthony Edwards (foot) sidelined, Hyland played 21 minutes off the bench, played aggressively and dropped a season-high 23 points. The 25-year-old point guard hasn’t been a consistent enough scorer to even say he’s a worthwhile streamer while Edwards is out, though Tuesday’s performance was certainly encouraging.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
The Timberwolves were without Anthony Edwards (foot) Tuesday, but the lineup didn’t play like they missed him. Randle led the way with 29 points and filled out his monster stat line with eight rebounds, six assists and four three-pointers. Minnesota led 76-45 at halftime and improved to 27-14 with the 139-106 victory. Randle has provided 10th-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Timberwolves are back in action Friday to take on the Rockets.
MIN • Point Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
With Rudy Gobert serving a suspension and Anthony Edwards (foot) sidelined, both Conley and Reid will enter the starting unit for Minnesota. Reid has been excellent off the bench all season and will start for the first time this year. This will be Conley’s seventh start, though he hasn’t been productive for fantasy managers.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards played both halves of a back-to-back over the weekend, tallying 23 points in Sunday’s win over the Spurs. The 24-year-old shooting guard has already been ruled out for Tuesday’s game for right foot injury maintenance. Bones Hyland and Mike Conley are likely to see increased roles with Edwards sidelined.
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert picked up his sixth flagrant foul point of the season in the third quarter of Sunday’s game when Victor Wembanyama landed on his foot after a three-point attempt due to the Timberwolves’ center’s closeout. Gobert’s rebounding production was solid, but that was the lone positive. He’ll be suspended for Tuesday’s game in Milwaukee due to the flagrant foul points, and Gobert’s likely to be fined for bumping into an official after the flagrant foul.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid recorded his fifth double-double of the season and first since December 14 on Sunday. And his fantasy ceiling will be raised for the start of Week 13, as Rudy Gobert will be suspended for Tuesday’s game against the Bucks due to flagrant foul point accumulation. Reid has yet to start a game this season; that’s likely to change in Milwaukee.