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Rob Dillingham  • PG  •  Timberwolves

Rob Dillingham Remains Out On Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Rob Dillingham (ankle) will miss a third consecutive game on Wednesday versus the Clippers. The rookie playmaker is nursing an ankle sprain. Dillingham has not been trusted much during his first year in the Association, but he recently produced a pair of strong outings when Mike Conley was out of the lineup. If Conley runs into new health issues, Dillingham might become a viable fantasy option again. Minnesota also won't have the services of Joe Ingles (calf) on Wednesday, but he's played an even smaller role in the rotation. The Australian veteran last saw action on Nov. 17.
Dec 4   
Mike Conley  • PG  •  Timberwolves

Mike Conley To Sit Out On Tuesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (toe) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Houston Rockets. This marks the third game in a row that Conley has missed due to a toe sprain. His absence should mean that Donte DiVincenzo and Nickeil Alexander-Walker get more run in the rotation. Neither player has been an ideal fantasy option this season. DiVincenzo has finished with 11 points or more over his last three games. He'll be worth a look as a low-end streaming option on Tuesday.
Nov 27   
Joe Ingles  • SF  •  Timberwolves

Joe Ingles Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Joe Ingles (calf) has landed on the injury report as questionable ahead of Tuesday's matchup against Houston. The Australian veteran is nursing a calf injury. Ingles' absence shouldn't impact the T-Wolves, as he hasn't been part of the rotation in the last couple of weeks anyway. Even early in the campaign, Ingles was used very sparingly when he averaged 3.7 minutes in seven appearances.
Nov 26   
Mike Conley  • PG  •  Timberwolves

Mike Conley Iffy For Tuesday's Action

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley (toe) is regarded as questionable for Tuesday's meeting with Houston. The veteran has been out for a couple of games with a toe injury, and his return on Tuesday is far from certain. Conley appears to be on his last legs, averaging 7.5 points and 4.8 assists for the campaign, a far cry from his career averages of over 14 points and nearly six assists a night. Donte DiVincenzo and Nickeil Alexander-Walker have received starts during Conley's absence, with the former doing a better job in the role. DiVincenzo hit three threes and had 11 points with three rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in Sunday's 107-105 loss to Boston.
Nov 26   
Mike Conley  • PG  •  Timberwolves

Mike Conley Still Out On Sunday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (toe) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Celtics. The veteran has struggled this season, averaging a career-low 7.5 points and 31.9% shooting from the field. While production like that won't make him a valuable commodity for fantasy managers, his absence will at least open up minutes for Nickeil Alexander-Walker, although he's coming off a rough six-point effort in the loss to the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.
Nov 24   
Donte DiVincenzo  • SG  •  Timberwolves

Donte DiVincenzo Available Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Donte DiVincenzo (back) will be in action on Thursday against Toronto. He was initially listed as questionable for the game. Coming off the bench, DiVincenzo has been hit-and-miss in fantasy basketball this season, averaging 9.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists. He had 15 points with five triples last time out against Phoenix but faces a tough task in keeping the threes coming, as the Raptors have limited opponents to 33.9 percent shooting from behind the arc this season.
Nov 22   
Mike Conley  • PG  •  Timberwolves

Mike Conley Will Not Play Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley (toe) will miss Thursday's game against Toronto. The veteran was already regarded as questionable for the contest and has now been ruled out with a toe sprain. Nickeil Alexander-Walker will slot into the starting unit as Conley's replacement. The 26-year-old had a decent performance in his only previous start this season when he also filled in for Conley, recording 13 points, five rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block in a 106-98 loss to Portland on Nov. 13.
Nov 22   
Mike Conley  • PG  •  Timberwolves

Mike Conley Appears On Injury Report For Thursday With Toe Injury

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (toe) is listed as questionable for Thursday night's game against the Toronto Raptors. Conley has a toe sprain and this is the first time he's shown up on the injury report with this injury. The veteran has played two straight games of 30-plus minutes, coinciding with backup guard Donte DiVincenzo's back spasms becoming more of an issue (also listed as questionable for Thursday). Minnesota will be hoping at least one of the two will be able to suit up Thursday. If Conley is unable to suit up, expect DiVincenzo to play a larger role and get a start. If neither are able to go, expect Nickeil Alexander-Walker to get the start. None of the three will provide a ton of fantasy value.
Nov 21   
Donte DiVincenzo  • SG  •  Timberwolves

Donte DiVincenzo Questionable Heading Into Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Done DiVincenzo (back) is listed as questionable headed into Thursday's game against the Toronto Raptors. DiVincenzo has been dealing with back spasms, The 27-year-old hasn't missed any game action yet due to the back spasms so there may not be much cause for concern here. However, fantasy managers should monitor his status throughout Thursday. DiVincenzo has averaged 9.4 PPG and may be a streaky fantasy option. A matchup against the lowly Raptors doesn't hurt, but fantasy managers will want to take caution if he's indeed active.
Nov 21   
Donte DiVincenzo  • SG  •  Timberwolves

Donte DiVincenzo Uncertain To Suit Up Versus Phoenix

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (back) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Phoenix Suns. The 27-year-old averaged 15.5 points with the Knicks last season. However, he has logged just 8.9 points and shot 30.3% from deep per contest during the 2024-25 campaign. While DiVincenzo's lack of production doesn't make him a routine fantasy starter, his absence could give Nickeil Alexander-Walker some streaming value for deeper fantasy setups on Sunday.
Nov 17   
Mike Conley  • PG  •  Timberwolves

Mike Conley Resting Wednesday Versus Portland

The Minnesota Timberwolves announced that point guard Mike Conley (rest) won't play Wednesday against the Portland Trail Blazers for rest purposes. The veteran point guard has played in less than 24 minutes in the last three contests. He's averaged 7.4 points, 4.7 assists, and 3.0 rebounds across 11 games this season. While the 37-year-old has the night off, Donte DiVincenzo, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and rookie Rob Dillingham will likely see more playing time.
Nov 13   
Rudy Gobert  • C  •  Timberwolves

Rudy Gobert Available For Minnesota On Monday

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (ankle) is set to play in Monday night's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Gobert has been managing a left ankle sprain but has not missed any games this season. He is currently averaging 10.8 points and 10.3 rebounds early in 2024. If Gobert's playing time is restricted, Naz Reid will take over. Reid has been performing well off the bench, averaging 13.7 points and 6.2 rebounds, making him a solid option in fantasy leagues.
Nov 5   
Rudy Gobert  • C  •  Timberwolves

Rudy Gobert Listed As Questionable For Monday Night

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday night's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. Gobert is dealing with a left-ankle sprain. The 32-year-old has yet to miss any action this season, averaging 10.8 points and 10.3 rebounds to start 2024. With a matchup against the Hornets on deck, it wouldn't be surprising if the Timberwolves gave Gobert a little extra time to heal his ankle if it's serious. Otherwise, fantasy managers should expect Gobert to get the start on Monday. If he is ruled out, though, expect Naz Reid to get the start at center. Reid is averaging 13.7 points and 6.2 rebounds off the bench and should be targeted in all fantasy formats, regardless of whether he's coming off the bench or not.
Nov 4   
Rudy Gobert  • C  •  Timberwolves

Rudy Gobert Signs Three-Year, $110 Million Contract Extension

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert signed a three-year, $110 million extension Monday, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. As part of the move, Gobert declined his $46.6 million player option for 2025-2026 and the extension will start with the 2025-2026 season, keeping him in Minnesota through 2028. The 32-year-old is entering his third season with Minnesota as their starting center and will have to get used to playing alongside the newly acquired Julius Randle after Minnesota traded Karl Anthony-Towns to the New York Knicks. Gobert has averaged 13.7 points per game and 12.3 rebounds coming into Tuesday night's season opener, making him a reliable option around the rim. In his first game after signing his new extension, Gobert scored 13 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in the Timberwolves' 110-103 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. He will continue to be a reliable fantasy option in Minnesota's offensive system for the coming years, especially for fantasy managers in need of rebound production.
Oct 23   
Julius Randle  • PF  •  Timberwolves

Julius Randle Set For Timberwolves Debut On Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle (shoulder) is expected to make his team debut in Wednesday's preseason clash with the Bulls. This will mark his first action since January when Randle hurt his right shoulder. He will likely have restrictions for the game, but it will be interesting to see Randle in a Timberwolves uniform. Unfortunately, Randle won't get many chances to work up some chemistry between him and his teammates before the season starts because Minnesota plays its final exhibition game on Thursday, and it's hard to imagine Randle playing on back-to-back nights after missing so much time.
Oct 15   
Julius Randle  • PF  •  Timberwolves

Julius Randle Unavailable On Sunday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (shoulder) won't suit up for Sunday's preseason matchup against the New York Knicks. It would be nice to see Randle get into action against his former team, but it won't happen here. Randle is still recovering from surgery on his shoulder from January. His timetable remains unclear, but the hope is that Randle is ready to go by the beginning of the regular season. In the meantime, Naz Reid will see a boost in fantasy value. Reid is expected to come off the bench this season, but proven himself to be a viable option in that role.
Oct 13   
Naz Reid  • C  •  Timberwolves

Naz Reid Will Continue To Come Off The Bench This Season

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid will remain a bench piece in 2024-25. The 25-year-old was voted the NBA Sixth Man of the Year last season and will continue to roll with the second unit behind starting big men Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle (shoulder). Reid notched 13.5 points with 5.2 rebounds in 24.2 minutes last season, boosting his numbers to 17.6 points and 7.0 boards in 14 games as a starter. He will likely see him as a starter again at some point this season, considering Randle's injury history -- he has averaged 64 games per season during his 10-year NBA career.
Oct 3   
Julius Randle  • PF  •  Timberwolves

Julius Randle Confirmed As Starter On New Team

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle (shoulder) will remain a starter on his new team. Randle hasn't come off the bench since the 2018-19 campaign, and Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch has now confirmed that the veteran will continue to start in Minnesota. Randle has been an All-Star in back-to-back campaigns, so it would have been quite a shock if he had landed on the bench with the Timberwolves, although Naz Reid offers a good alternative to Finch. Assuming he stays healthy, fantasy managers should get another productive campaign out of Randle. He averaged 24.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 5.0 assists last season.
Oct 3   
Donte DiVincenzo  • SG  •  Timberwolves

Donte DiVincenzo On His Way To Minnesota

New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo won't be able to play with the full Villanova squad this season as he was part of a trade package to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Shams Charania of The Athletic reports that DiVincenzo, along with Julius Randle and a first-round pick, are being traded to the Timberwolves in return for star big man Karl-Anthony Towns. Reportedly, neither side of the trade requested a move, which is important to note as Towns has played all nine seasons of his career for Minnesota. DiVincenzo, on the other hand, came off of his best season yet as he averaged 15.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 44.3% from the floor and 40.1% from beyond the arc. He proved to be an important and talented role player while seeing a changing role with the team that went from sixth man to starting guard. Now, he'll look to continue that supporting guard role alongside Anthony Edwards in the Timberwolves' quest to make another deep playoff run.
Sep 28   
Julius Randle  • PF  •  Timberwolves

Julius Randle Traded To The Timberwolves

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle will head back to the Western Conference as a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves in a blockbuster deal that included Karl-Anthony Towns. As reported by Shams Charania, the three-time All-Star has been traded along with Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round pick to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for star big man Karl-Anthony Towns. Randle missed most of last season with a shoulder injury and the Knicks went on to have an explosive playoff run that ended ultimately due to more injury issues. It seemed like Randle was primed to play some more minutes at center since Mitchell Robinson (foot) would still be on the mend, but instead, he'll now play alongside Rudy Gobert and Anthony Edwards. In 46 games last year, Randle averaged 24.0 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game with shooting splits of .472/.311/.781.
Sep 28   
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