Impact Windler played in 17 games a season ago during stops in New York, Atlanta and Los Angeles. He averaged 2.5 points, 0.9 rebounds and 0.6 assists in 6.4 minutes per appearance.
AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE
DYLAN WINDLER
2.5 PPG •
0.9 RPG •
0.6 APG
2.5 PPG
0.9 RPG
0.6 APG
Headed to NBL Windler signed a contract with the Perth Wildcats of the Australia National Basketball League on Thursday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Set to play Friday Windler (elbow) is available for Friday's Summer League game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
Impact Windler will return to action Friday after missing Wednesday's Summer League contest. Windler will be able to showcase his skills as he competes for a regular-season roster spot.
JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Missing Summer League game Windler (elbow) won't play in Wednesday's Summer League game against the Lakers, John Hollinger of The Athletic reports.
Impact The specifics of Windler's injury are unknown, but he'll be kept out of Wednesday's contest. Over two Summer League games, Windler is averaging 9.0 points and 10.0 rebounds across 28.5 minutes
JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE
Ineligible to play Sunday Windler has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers with an ineligible to play designation.
Impact Windler is operating under a two-way deal and thus was eligible to appear in only a handful of games after joining Atlanta in early March. He appeared in six of the Hawks' last 16 games, averaging 4.7 points and 2.0 rebounds in 12.2 minutes, but he did stand out during Wednesday's 115-114 loss to Charlotte, as he scored 12 points (4-7 3Pt) in 26 minutes.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Drops 12 points as reserve Windler chipped in 12 points (4-7 FG, 4-7 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 26 minutes during Wednesday's 115-114 loss to Charlotte.
Impact Windler didn't appear in any of the Hawks' previous five games, but he saw plenty of run off the bench Wednesday since Atlanta was dealing with multiple absences. The team announced Thursday that Jalen Johnson (ankle) and Onyeka Okongwu (toe) will miss multiple weeks, but Winkler's role will likely depend on how much De'Andre Hunter (rest) and Wesley Matthews (hamstring) play down the stretch.
APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE
Earns third opportunity Windler has agreed to a two-way contract with Atlanta, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Impact Windler has spent time with the Knicks and Lakers this season, and the 27-year-old will now join an Atlanta team that could benefit from his presence as a strong positional rebounder. Windler has compiled just 35 total minutes of NBA action this season and owns a 41.7 percent clip from the field for his career, but the 6-foot-7 forward ranks in the 90th percentile for total rebounding rate among all G League players across the last two seasons. He is a candidate for a small role off the bat.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Waived by Lakers The Lakers waived Windler on Saturday, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Impact The Lakers needed the roster spot in order to sign Harry Giles to a two-way contract. Windler has been a standout at the G League level, but he's struggled in the NBA so far.
MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE
Inks deal with Lakers The Lakers signed Windler to a two-way contract Saturday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Impact Windler made three appearances for the Knicks this season before being waived on Dec. 13. Windler will join his third NBA team in the last two years and will split time between the Lakers and their G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Let go by Knicks The Knicks waived Windler on Wednesday.
Impact The Knicks waived Windler in order to open up a roster spot for the signing of Taj Gibson. Windler averaged just 1.0 points in 2.3 minutes across his three appearances with the Knicks this season.
DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Recalled from G League New York recalled Windler from the G League's Westchester Knicks on Monday.
Impact Windler will provide some emergency depth for Monday's game against the Raptors, as Mitchell Robinson (foot) is out and Jalen Brunson (ankle) is questionable. Though he'll be back with the NBA team, Windler is unlikely to be included in head coach Tom Thibodeau's rotation.
DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to NBA New York recalled Windler from the Westchester Knicks of the G League on Wednesday.
Impact Windler is averaging 1.0 points in 2.3 minutes across his three NBA appearances this season. He is unlikely to impact the Knicks' rotation.
NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back to NBA New York recalled Windler from the G League's Westchester Knicks on Wednesday.
Impact The Knicks also assigned DaQuan Jeffries, Miles McBride and Jericho Sims to Westchester on Wednesday. Windler has made just three NBA appearances this season, totaling three points, one rebound and one assist in seven minutes.
NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back to parent club New York recalled Windler from the G League's Westchester Knicks on Monday.
Impact Windler was presumably sent to the G League squad to practice, as he hasn't been part of the Knicks' rotation this year. This could be a common trend to keep Windler active throughout the season.
NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Converted to roster spot Windler was added to the Knicks' 15-man roster Saturday, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.
Impact Windler's two-way contract was converted into a one year, non-guaranteed pact with New York. Windler was a first-round pick by the Cavs in 2019 but has since battled a series of foot and ankle injuries that have limited his availability and development. Over the last four seasons, Windler appeared in only 84 total games.
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Healthy to start camp Windler will be a full participant to start Knicks training camp, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.
Impact Windler appeared in just three games last season due to a series of ankle, hamstring and foot injuries. He was able to log 11 G League contests in 2022-23 as well, averaging 12.2 points and 5.9 rebounds on 52.3 percent shooting from the field, including 40.7 percent shooting from three. Windler, Jaylen Martin and Nathan Knight represent the Knicks' two-way signings, adding serious competition for third-string forward minutes.
OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Sunday Windler (foot) will not play in Game 4 versus the Knicks on Sunday,Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.
Impact Windler hasn't played since March 26 and has been battling a left foot sprain that will keep him sidelined for Game 4. Though he hasn't been given a timeline for return, his next chance to suit up will come Wednesday.
APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out Sunday Windler (foot) is out for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Hornets.
Impact Windler appeared in just three games this season, as his NBA career continues to be plagued by injuries. Since being selected No. 26 overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, he's appeared in 84 games and totaled 982 minutes.
APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Recalled by parent club The Cavaliers recalled Windler from the G League's Cleveland Charge on Wednesday.
Impact Windler hasn't yet made his NBA debut this season after dealing with hamstring and ankle injuries, but he played five minutes during the Charge's loss to South Bay on Wednesday, tallying three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt). He could get the chance to make his 2022-23 Cleveland debut following the All-Star break.
FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available Saturday Windler (hamstring/ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Saturday marks just the second time this season Windler has been active. Injuries have taken a toll on his career, as the 26th overall pick out of Belmont in 2019 has appeared in just 81 total games (972 minutes). He's not expected to hold a significant role in the Cavaliers' rotation, with the team now highly competitive. Ultimately, staying on the court and providing value in limited action will be the goal for the 6-foot-6, 196-pound wing.
FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Upgraded to questionable Windler (ankle/hamstring) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.
Impact Windler has spent the entire season rehabbing an ankle sprain and, more recently, a hamstring injury but will have a chance to play in Saturday's game. Although it would be unlikely that Windler can give it a go, he would undoubtedly be under a heavy minutes restriction if active. Regardless, the questionable status is an encouraging sign for the 26-year-old wing.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Making progress but still out Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff said Monday that Windler, who had been rehabbing a right ankle sprain, is making progress while he now rehabs a hamstring injury and is expected to play...
Impact Windler has yet to suit up this season while recovering from the ankle injury he sustained during a practice in training camp. Though Amico notes Windler has healed up from the ankle sprain, the 26-year-old is still without a timeline to make his season debut while he works through the hamstring injury he picked up while rehabbing the ankle issue. Windler has struggled to stay healthy since entering the NBA as a first-round pick in 2019 and has appeared in only 81 games through his first four years in the league. Given his injury history, the Cavaliers have little incentive to rush Windler back, considering he's not a lock to be included in the rotation even when healthy. While Bickerstaff expressed optimism about him playing at some point this season, Windler's debut presumably won't come anytime soon and will likely be signaled by a return to 5-on-5 practice and/or an assignment to the G League's Cleveland Charge.
JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out indefinitely Windler (ankle) is out Saturday against the Bucks and remains out indefinitely.
Impact Windler hasn't yet suited up this season due to his ankle injury. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to the court.
JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Friday Windler (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Warriors.
Impact Windler hasn't yet suited up this season due to his ankle injury. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to the court.
JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Memphis Windler (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies.
Impact Windler has yet to make his season debut due to an ankle injury. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Golden State, although there is no indication of when he will return.
JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Monday Windler (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Impact Windler hasn't yet made his season debut due to his ankle issue, and he'll be unable to suit up Monday. His next chance to play will be Wednesday against Memphis.
JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
