T-wolves welcome rookie Kessler's defense, size and upside
Walker Kessler will bring a 7-foot-1 presence and prolific shot-blocking ability to the Minnesota TimberwolvesJUNE 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JADEN MCDANIELS #3 - POWER FORWARD - MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES
11.5 PPG •
5.6 RPG •
1.8 APG
11.5 PPG
5.6 RPG
1.8 APG
Wolves realize progress from 1st-round exit not a given
The Minnesota Timberwolves flourished in their first full season under coach Chris FinchAPRIL 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels, Wolves two youngest players, both finished strong against Memphis Both plan to work hard on their games in the offseason. McDaniels plans to train with Clippers All-Star Kawhi Leonard.
APRIL 30, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Jaden McDaniels Opens Up About Training With Kawhi Leonard Jaden is excited to learn from Kawhi.
APRIL 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Grizzlies rally again past Wolves 114-106 to reach 2nd round
Desmond Bane and Dillon Brooks each scored 23 points to steer a third fourth-quarter comeback victory in the series by the Memphis Grizzlies, who eliminated the Minnesota Timberwol...APRIL 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hits for 15 in Saturday's win McDaniels totaled 15 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal across 25 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 130-117 victory ove...
Impact The second-year forward came through in his first career playoff game, posting his best scoring total off the bench since late February. McDaniels scored a total of 24 points in his prior four games, however, and the 21-year-old remains an erratic contributor in a secondary role for Minnesota.
APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Timberwolves stun Grizzlies, grab Game 1 with 130-117 win
Anthony Edwards scored 36 points in his postseason debut, and the seventh-seeded Minnesota Timberwolves stunned the No. 2 seed Memphis Grizzlies 130-117 to grab home-court advantag...APRIL 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Active Thursday McDaniels (ankle) is active for Thursday's game against the Spurs, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.
Impact The forward will be available to play off the bench for a second straight matchup, as McDaniels rejoined the lineup Tuesday after a lengthy absence due to an ankle injury. McDaniels is averaging 9.3 points and 4.3 rebounds across 68 contests.
APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Feeling good after return Head coach Chris Finch said Thursday that McDaniels (ankle) is feeling "just fine, physically" after making his return to action Tuesday against Washington, Jon Krawczynski of The...
Impact While McDaniels is listed as questionable for Thursday night's game against San Antonio, it sounds as though Finch is expecting him to play, as he told reporters that he's hoping to get McDaniels more minutes and more usage over the team's final two regular-season contests. Prior to playing Tuesday, McDaniels had missed a string of nine straight games with a sprained left ankle.
APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Thursday McDaniels (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Spurs.
Impact McDaniels returned from a nine-game absence and played 15 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Wizards, so he could see a similar workload Thursday if he's cleared before tipoff. The 21-year-old is averaging 9.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 25.9 minutes per game this season.
APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Poor numbers in return McDaniels (ankle) finished with zero points (0-1 FG), two rebounds and one assist in 15 minutes Tuesday in the Timberwolves' 132-114 loss to the Wizards.
Impact McDaniels offered little production and was a minus-7 during his time on the court, but the Timberwolves were likely just happy to have a key piece of their second unit back on the floor after he missed the previous three weeks of action. Prior to getting hurt, McDaniels was in a near-even timeshare at power forward with started Jarred Vanderbilt, but Vanderbilt held a five-minute edge in Tuesday's contest.
APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Porzingis scores 25, Wizards cruise to win over Timberwolves
Kristaps Porzingis scored 25 points, including 12 in the third quarter as Washington took control, and the Wizards pulled away for a 132-114 win against the Minnesota TimberwolvesAPRIL 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Injured Jaden McDaniels returns to Wolves' lineup with three regular-season games left He had been out since March 14 with a high left ankle sprain.
APRIL 6, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Available Tuesday McDaniels (ankle) will be available for Tuesday's game against the Wizards, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports. He'll be limited to 15 minutes of action.
Impact McDaniels will be back in action for the first time since March 14, but given the minutes restriction, he's probably best avoided in DFS contests.
APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Upgraded to questionable McDaniels (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Impact McDaniels suffered a high-ankle sprain in mid-March and has been sidelined since. However, he appears to be progressing towards a return and has been listed as questionable for the first time since the initial injury. When he does eventually return, the second-year forward will likely operate under a minutes limit to avoid any potential setbacks.
APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Tuesday McDaniels (ankle) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Impact McDaniels suffered a high-ankle sprain in mid-March and has been sidelined since. While he'll likely remain out Tuesday, he's been upgraded to doubtful for the first time since the initial injury, so he may be gearing up for a potential playoff return.
APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota takes on Washington in cross-conference game
Minnesota hosts Washington in out-of-conference actionAPRIL 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Edwards has 33, Towns 28, Timberwolves beat Rockets 139-132
Anthony Edwards scored 33 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added 28 as the Minnesota Timberwolves built a huge lead and held on for a 139-132 win over the Houston RocketsAPRIL 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Houston hosts Minnesota on home losing streak
Houston looks to stop its 3-game home slide with a victory over MinnesotaAPRIL 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Denver plays Minnesota, seeks 4th straight victory
Denver looks to extend its three-game win streak with a victory over MinnesotaMARCH 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Siakam has triple-double, Raptors rout Timberwolves 125-102
Pascal Siakam had 12 points, 10 rebounds and a career-high 13 assists for his second career triple-double, Gary Trent Jr. scored 29 points and the Toronto Raptors strengthened thei...MARCH 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out at least another week Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Wednesday that McDaniels (ankle) has been cleared for some basketball activity and will be re-evaluated in one week, Chris Hine of the Minn...
Impact McDaniels suffered a high-ankle sprain in mid-March and was expected to miss at least two weeks. However, that timeline has now been extended to three weeks and may even continue into the postseason. In his absence, Jarred Vanderbilt and Taurean Prince should both continue to see increased playing time.
MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Wednesday McDaniels (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.
Impact McDaniels suffered a high-ankle sprain in mid-March and was expected to miss at least two weeks. He's due for an evaluation soon, but it currently remains unclear when he'll be able to return to action. In the meantime, Jarred Vanderbilt and Taurean Prince should continue to see increased playing time.
MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Siakam leads Toronto against Minnesota after 40-point performance
Toronto hosts the Minnesota Timberwolves after Pascal Siakam scored 40 points in the Toronto Raptors' 115-112 overtime victory against the Boston CelticsMARCH 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tatum and the Celtics face the Timberwolves
Jayson Tatum leads Boston into a matchup against Minnesota averaging 27.0 points per gameMARCH 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
