JADEN MCDANIELS NEWS

Turns in 17 points McDaniels closed with 17 points (6-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 128-91 win over Portland.

Impact McDaniels' value as a fantasy target is.a variance-filled proposition, as his numbers fluctuate nightly. He scored nine points in the first quarter, and Minnesota's 44-14 lead marked the most lopsided quarter of the season. The Timberwolves are running hot with four straight wins, and despite some rocky numbers, McDaniels has value as a consistent starter with the first unit.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Portland McDaniels is available for Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact McDaniels has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a left index finger sprain. McDaniels is averaging 9.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 29.0 minutes across his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to injury report McDaniels is questionable for Tuesday's game against Portland due to a left finger sprain.

Impact McDaniels' finger injury is the same issue he has dealt with throughout the past week, but he has yet to miss a game. He posted 11 points (5-8 FG) across 25 minutes of action in Minnesota's convincing win over the Clippers on Monday. Tuesday's contest representing the end of a back-to-back set makes his status worth monitoring.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for action McDaniels (finger) will play Monday versus the Clippers, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact McDaniels exited Thursday's game after spraining his left index finger, but the injury will not cost him any games. McDaniels is a critical addition to the Timberwolves' lineup as Minnesota attempts to slow down Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday McDaniels (finger) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact McDaniels left Thursday's game against the Bucks early due to a left index finger sprain that now has his status for Monday's game in question. If he is unable to go, Kyle Anderson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are likely candidates to get extra minutes.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers finger sprain McDaniels suffered a left index finger sprain during Thursday's 129-105 win over the Bucks and wasn't able to return. He finished with eight points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three rebound...

Impact The severity of the injury isn't known, but the good news for Minnesota is that they are off until Monday's game against the Clippers. If McDaniels is unable to play in that one, Minnesota could turn to Kyle Anderson and Naz Reid to soak up some additional minutes.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check McDaniels finished Sunday's 111-90 victory over the Rockets with five points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one block across 29 minutes.

Impact McDaniels' streak of scoring in double figures ended at three, as he couldn't generate much offensively Sunday. He hasn't lived up to the offseason hype in fantasy basketball, as he's sitting outside the top-150 in nine-category formats due to muted production across the board. In 40 appearances, the forward holds averages of 10.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.3 three-pointers, 0.9 steals and 0.5 blocks.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Finch says Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards can't keep making late-game blunders Anthony Edwards took an ill-advised technical foul in the fourth quarter of Minnesota’s eventual home loss to Orlando on Friday. Jaden McDan...

FEBRUARY 5 • TWINCITIES.COM

On-brand scoring in win McDaniels contributed 14 points (6-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Monday's 107-101 win over Oklahoma City.

Impact McDaniels is averaging 11.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 steals on 50.4 percent shooting across his last 15 games. He fell in line with those averages Monday, while also playing critical defense on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams (ankle) -- who grade as two of the most efficient scorers in the league this season.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Season high in scoring in victory McDaniels supplied 23 points (8-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and one steal in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 124-117 victory over Detroit.

Impact McDaniels connected on a trio of threes while finishing as one of three Timberwolves with 20 or more points and ending with a season high scoring mark in a winning effort. McDaniels has surpassed the 20-point mark in four games this year, connecting on three or more threes in three of those four outings.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points in loss McDaniels closed Wednesday's 117-106 loss to the Pelicans with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two assists, one block and two steals over 33 minutes.

Impact McDaniels' final stat line was not impressive, but he was one of the few players who managed to score in double digits in a game where the Timberwolves struggled badly on the offensive end. He should remain relevant in fantasy due to his starting role in one of the best teams in the Western Conference, but he's also very inconsistent on a game-to-game basis, mainly due to the nature of his secondary role in an offense led by Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden McDaniels: Mavs' Luka Doncic Has 'Mastered' Basketball Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels described Mavs superstar Luka Doncic’s approach to basketball as having “mastered” it.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Jaden McDaniels: Mavs' Luka Doncic Has 'Mastered' Basketball Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels described Mavs superstar Luka Doncic’s approach to basketball as having “mastered” it.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Turns in 20 points McDaniels contributed 20 points (8-16 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and four steals over 41 minutes during Saturday's 110-98 victory over the Kings.

Impact McDaniels logged 41 minutes during Saturday's win, marking his second-highest usage of the season. The slight increase was likely due to Karl-Anthony Towns' (knee) absence, but McDaniels has held steady over the past week with a three-game string of 20-plus point totals. McDaniels' secondary numbers are nothing to write home about, and his fantasy impact is contingent on a high shot volume.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong first half in 20-point game McDaniels closed with 21 points (8-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-5 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 127-113 loss to the 76ers.

Impact McDaniels was one of three Timberwolves players with 20 or more points while posting a season-high in scoring in a losing effort. McDaniels, who recorded a career-best 19 points in the the first half alone, has surpassed the 20-point mark in two games this year, his first since recording a previous season high of 20 points Nov. 6 against Boston.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Monday McDaniels (sacral issue) will play Monday against Miami, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact McDaniels is active Monday after suffering a lower spine/tailbone bruise in Saturday's win over the Pacers. Playing on normal rest bodes well for the 23-year-old is, so he should be in line for his typical workload Monday.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable McDaniels is questionable for Monday's game against the Heat due to a sacral contusion, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact McDaniels left Saturday's game against the Pacers after just 18 minutes due to the injury. If McDaniels is sidelined, Kyle Anderson, Troy Brown and Nickeil Alexander-Walker would be candidates for increased roles.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return Saturday McDaniels will not return to Saturday's game against the Pacers due to a tailbone bruise. He finished with five points (2-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt), one rebound and one steal in 18 minutes.

Impact McDaniels was clearly uncomfortable on the court and wasn't moving around well. Presumably, he'll be day-to-day going forward with his status in the air for Monday's game against Miami. If McDaniels misses time, the Timberwolves will likely rely on Kyle Anderson, Troy Brown and Nickeil Alexander-Walker.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Dallas McDaniels (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Minnesota will be thrilled to have both Anthony Edwards (hip) and McDaniels (ankle) back in action Thursday. McDaniels has missed the past eight games for the Timberwolves, so there's a good chance he'll have some restrictions. With Minnesota getting healthier, the fantasy value of Troy Brown and Nickeil Alexander-Walker is likely to trend down.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Dallas McDaniels (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Mavericks.

Impact McDaniels returned to action Tuesday after missing the previous eight games with an ankle injury but is in danger of missing Thursday's contest. Troy Brown and Nickeil Alexander-Walker will likely receive extended minutes if McDaniels is ultimately ruled out.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures in return McDaniels provided 12 points (5-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT) and three rebounds over 27 minutes during Monday's 121-107 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact McDaniels returned after missing the last eight games with an ankle injury, ending as one of five Timberwolves with a double-digit point total while leading all bench players in minutes played in the defeat. McDaniels has tallied 10 or more points in eight contests this season as he continues to work his way back into the rotation following his injury absence.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active but not starting McDaniels (ankle) is active for Monday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact McDaniels has missed his team's last eight games while recovering from a sprained right ankle, and it appears the team is preparing to ease him back into action off the bench Monday. Troy Brown will enter the starting five at shooting guard with Anthony Edwards (hip) out of commission, bumping Nickeil Alexander-Walker to small forward.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable McDaniels (ankle) is questionable for Monday's matchup in New Orleans.

Impact McDaniels has missed eight straight games since spraining his right ankle against the Knicks on Nov. 20. If he returns Monday, McDaniels will presumably be under a minute restriction following his lengthy absence.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for individual workouts McDaniels was cleared to workout and participate in individual on-court activities Tuesday.

Impact McDaniels is exactly two weeks removed from suffering a Grade 1 right lateral ankle sprain. He was initially diagnosed with a 2-3 week window to return to gameplay, so while he appears to be slightly behind in his recovery, McDaniels could ascend to five-on-five basketball activities throughout the coming week. Minnesota owns the top defensive rating in the league through 19 games, but McDaniels, as well as Jordan McLaughlin (knee), ramping up to return to action bodes well for the Timberwolves' rest-of-season outlook.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels likely to miss 2-3 weeks because of ankle injury MINNEAPOLIS — The Timberwolves likely will be without Jaden McDaniels for two to three weeks after the 23-year-old forward sprained his righ...

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM