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Rudy Gobert • C • Timberwolves

Rudy Gobert Earns Eighth All-Defensive First-Team Selection

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert was once again recognized for his defensive prowess on Friday, earning his eighth NBA All-Defensive First Team selection. He was joined by Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs), Chet Holmgren (Oklahoma City Thunder), Ausar Thompson (Detroit Pistons), and Derrick White (Boston Celtics). Kevin Garnett, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Gary Payton share the NBA record with nine NBA All-Defensive First Team selections. Gobert has also been named once on the All-Defensive Second Team, giving him nine selections overall. Only five players in NBA history have received the recognition at least 10 times, with Tim Duncan holding the all-time record at 15.

May 22

Ayo Dosunmu • PG • Timberwolves

Timberwolves Hope to Bring Back Ayo Dosunmu

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu will enter unrestricted free agency this summer, but the team hopes to bring him back, The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski reports. "Ayo's our most important free agent," Timberwolves president Tim Connelly told reporters on Tuesday. "He's a guy we thought we knew pretty well and we liked him from afar. Now seeing him day to day, we love him." The Timberwolves picked up Dosunmu in a trade with the Chicago Bulls in February. He was a great fit for the team, averaging 14.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.0 steals in 28.9 minutes per game. Dosunmu's playoff run with Minnesota included a 43-point effort in Game 4 against Denver in the opening round. The 26-year-old has proven himself as a versatile fantasy contributor and still has room to develop as a player.

May 21

Bones Hyland • PG • Timberwolves

Bones Hyland Wants to Stay in Minnesota

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Bones Hyland wants to stick with the team. "I feel like this is where I belong. I definitely want to come back," Hyland said Saturday. In 2025-26, Hyland had his first full season with the Timberwolves, posting averages of 8.5 points and 2.6 assists in 16.6 minutes per game. His workload dipped to 8.5 minutes per game during the second-round series against San Antonio. Yet Hyland sees a future in Minneapolis, and the team might also be interested in bringing him back after losing Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) from the guard rotation. Although Hyland has flashed potential, his inability to secure a steady role on any team has kept his fantasy value low.

May 17

Mike Conley • PG • Timberwolves

Mike Conley Hints He Will Continue Playing Next Season

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley doesn't appear ready to hang up his shoes just yet. "I think I might've proved to myself I can play a little longer," Conley told reporters on Saturday. Conley had his 19th NBA campaign in 2025-26, making 54 regular-season and 12 playoff appearances. While he was happy with his contribution, this season was by far Conley's worst in the Association. The 38-year-old averaged 4.5 points and 2.9 assists in 18.4 minutes per game. It's been a few years since Conley made a fantasy impact, and that won't change in 2026-27, when we will probably see him offering primarily veteran leadership on a team.

May 17

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Finishes Season-Ending Loss With 24 Points

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards had a team-high 24 points in Friday's season-ending 139-109 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. The Timberwolves couldn't stave off elimination on home court, struggling on the offensive end all night. Edwards produced his third-highest scoring game of the series but was limited to 9-for-26 from the field. He finished 2-for-7 with the three-ball and 4-for-7 at the free-throw line, adding two rebounds, two assists, and three steals in 36 minutes. Despite being hit by knee problems late in the season, Edwards enjoyed a good campaign. He averaged a career-high 28.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.4 steals. Edwards already has six NBA campaigns under his belt, yet he'll still be just 25 when the 2026-27 season begins, meaning his best fantasy production is likely still ahead of him.

May 16

Terrence Shannon Jr. • SG • Timberwolves

Terrence Shannon Jr. Will Play Friday Night

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Terrence Shannon Jr. (head) will suit up for Game 6 against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. It was initially unclear whether Shannon Jr. would play after he was a late addition to the injury report due to a head contusion. Shannon Jr. has made some noise in these playoffs, but he might not play much on Friday, with Minnesota needing to rely heavily on its best players in an elimination scenario. In Game 5, Shannon Jr. was limited to two points and four assists in 17 minutes.

May 15

Terrence Shannon Jr. • SG • Timberwolves

Terrence Shannon Jr. is Tagged as Questionable for Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (head) is a late addition to the injury report ahead of Friday's Game 6 against the San Antonio Spurs. It's unclear when he suffered the injury, but Shannon is in danger of missing this game due to a head contusion. With Anthony Edwards healthy now, Shannon has seen a reduced role in the rotation. He logged in 17 minutes during Tuesday's loss. If he sits out, Mike Conley and Bones Hyland would likely see increased run on Friday. DFS managers should check back ahead of tip-off for final confirmation on Shannon's status.

May 15

Ayo Dosunmu • PG • Timberwolves

Ayo Dosunmu Has Busy Night in Game 5

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu enjoyed a good all-around performance in Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, finishing a 126-97 loss with 16 points, nine rebounds, four assists, three steals, and two blocks. He went 50% from the field with a 7-for-14 effort but made only one of four attempts from three-point range. Dosunmu has had a productive postseason campaign, adding valuable depth to Minnesota at both ends of the floor. Across nine playoff outings, Dosunmu has posted 16.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.0 steals per game.

May 13

Jaden McDaniels • PF • Timberwolves

Jaden McDaniels Notches 17 Points in Game 5 Loss

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels finished Tuesday's 126-97 Game 5 loss to the San Antonio Spurs with 17 points, six rebounds, two assists, and one steal. After finishing three of the first four games in the series without a made three-pointer, McDaniels had a 3-for-7 record from deep and went 6-for-13 overall from the field. McDaniels has been an effective player for the Timberwolves throughout the playoffs, but he's struggled to avoid fouls. On Tuesday, he picked up five fouls for the third time against San Antonio. Speaking to reporters after the game, Timberwolves leader Anthony Edwards noted the team's success hinges on keeping McDaniels out of foul trouble.

May 13

Julius Randle • PF • Timberwolves

Julius Randle Posts a Double-Double in Losing Effort

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle recorded a 17-point, 10-rebound double-double in Tuesday's 126-97 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, adding one assist in 36 minutes of play. This was only Randle's second double-double of the postseason, as he has failed to match his regular-season form. Randle's efficiency from the field has been especially woeful. In Tuesday's game, he finished 6-for-17 from the floor, missing all four three-point attempts. Overall, Randle has gone just 36.6% from the field and 21.1% from downtown against the Spurs, recording 14.8 points and 7.8 rebounds per game. If Randle can't boost his productivity, the Timberwolves are unlikely to survive Friday's Game 6.

May 13

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Held to 20 Points in Game 5 Loss

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards led his team with 20 points in Tuesday's 126-97 loss in Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs. Edwards did decent work on offense, finishing with a 46.2 field-goal percentage, but he had only 13 attempts. For just the third time this postseason, Edwards was limited to one three-pointer. His overall production was disappointing, as he recorded only two rebounds and two assists in 39 minutes. Minnesota needs much more from its leader in Game 6 on Friday night. Across eight career elimination games, Edwards has averaged 26.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.1 blocks.

May 13

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Powers Wolves to Game 4 Win

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards recorded 36 points, six rebounds, two assists, and one steal in Sunday's 114-109 Game 4 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 24-year-old shot 13-for-22 from the field, 3-for-5 from deep, and 7-for-8 at the line across 40 minutes. He scored 16 points in the fourth quarter, including 12 during a 14-5 Minnesota run, as the Timberwolves evened the series at 2-2 after Victor Wembanyama's second-quarter ejection. Edwards averaged 28.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists during the regular season, and this was exactly the type of high-volume scoring line fantasy managers expect when Minnesota needs a closer.

May 11

Mike Conley • PG • Timberwolves |

Ayo Dosunmu • PG • Timberwolves

Ayo Dosunmu Replaces Mike Conley in Starting Unit Sunday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu will start Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday, replacing Mike Conley. The Timberwolves are tweaking their starting lineup for a second consecutive game after bringing Anthony Edwards back into the first unit in Game 3. Given that Conley logged only 4:13 in the last game, it's not surprising to see him drop to the bench, and there's a strong possibility the veteran will fall completely out of the rotation. Dosunmu has made a positive impression in the playoffs, averaging 17.1 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 29.3 minutes per game.

May 10

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Carries Heavy Usage in Defeat

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards finished with 32 points, 14 rebounds, six assists, and one block in Friday's 115-108 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3. The former No. 1 pick shot 12-for-26 from the field, 3-for-9 from three-point range, and 5-for-6 at the line across 41 minutes. Edwards carried Minnesota for long stretches, but San Antonio held him to five points in the fourth quarter as the Spurs moved ahead 2-1 in the series. His workload remains massive heading into Sunday's Game 4 in Minnesota.

May 9

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Rejoins Starting Lineup Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards will be back in the first unit in Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. He has come off the bench in the first two games of the series, allowing the team to better manage his workload after Edwards missed time due to a left knee injury. So far, he has averaged just 24.5 minutes per game against the Spurs. It's reasonable to assume Edwards will see more minutes on Friday night, which boosts his fantasy appeal. Terrence Shannon Jr. will make way for Edwards in the first unit.

May 8

Ayo Dosunmu • PG • Timberwolves

Ayo Dosunmu Cleared to Play Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (heel) will be in the lineup on Friday night in Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs. He is ready to play through right heel pain, with the team upgrading Dosunmu's status from questionable to available. Dosunmu had a superb start to the postseason but has lost momentum since running into health issues. Injuries to Dosunmu and Anthony Edwards (knee) have led to Terrence Shannon Jr. taking on a bigger workload. He has played well and might still hold a significant role even with both Edwards and Dosunmu available on Friday night.

May 8

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Available Friday Night

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) has been officially cleared for Friday's Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs. He was listed as questionable on the initial injury report. Edwards has dealt with injuries to both his knees late in the season. He hurt his left knee during the playoffs and has been limited to 24.5 minutes per game since rejoining the lineup. As a result, Edwards has averaged only 15.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists over the first two games of the second-round series, coming off the bench both times.

May 8

Ayo Dosunmu • PG • Timberwolves

Ayo Dosunmu Considered Questionable for Game 3 Against Spurs

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (heel) is listed as questionable for Friday's Game 3 tilt against the San Antonio Spurs. In Game 2 on Wednesday, Dosunmu was cleared to return from a calf injury but hurt his right heel, exiting after logging just 10 minutes. The questionable tag suggests Dosunmu could be an option for Friday's matchup. If he isn't available, Terrence Shannon Jr. and Mike Conley will continue to have expanded roles, especially if Anthony Edwards (knee) remains under a minutes restriction.

May 7

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Remains Questionable on Injury Report Ahead of Game 3

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) continues to carry a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday. He has been upgraded to available in back-to-back games and is likely to remain in the lineup for Game 3. Minnesota has limited Edwards to 24.5 minutes per game since his return from a left knee injury, using him off the bench. Given Edwards' competitive nature, he'll be eager to resume his regular role and minutes as soon as possible, but the team is prioritizing his health. As a result, Edwards can't currently fulfill his maximum fantasy potential.

May 7

Ayo Dosunmu • PG • Timberwolves

Ayo Dosunmu Exits Game 2 With Heel Issue

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu didn't complete Wednesday's Game 2 against the San Antonio Spurs due to right heel pain. He played only 10 minutes, recording one steal and one block. Dosunmu missed all four field-goal attempts. The Timberwolves had Dosunmu back in the lineup after he sat out two games with a sore calf. Unfortunately, he ran into a new health issue on Wednesday night, leaving him questionable for Game 3 and beyond. Terrence Shannon Jr. has performed well amid Minnesota's injury woes this postseason and could remain an important cog in the rotation if Dosunmu has to miss more time.

May 7

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