Impact McLaughlin has missed five straight contests due to a calf strain but will make his return to the hardwood Saturday. His return will likely knock Austin Rivers out of the rotation for Minnesota.
DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
JORDAN MCLAUGHLIN #3 - POINT GUARD - SACRAMENTO KINGS
2.9 PPG •
1.2 RPG •
1.2 APG
2.9 PPG
1.2 RPG
1.2 APG
Active Saturday McLaughlin (calf) will play in Saturday's tilt against the Thunder, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.
Listed as questionable McLaughlin (calf) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Thunder.
Impact McLaughlin returned to practice Friday but is still considered questionable for Saturday. If the backup point guard remains sidelined for a fifth straight game, he'd get an extended rest, with Minnesota not playing again until next Wednesday.
DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Practices Friday McLaughlin (calf) took part in practice Friday, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Impact McLaughlin seems to be trending in a positive direction ahead of Saturday's clash with the Thunder, but the injury report should shed more light on his chances of taking the floor. If McLaughlin ultimately can't go, he would get extended rest by NBA standards, with the Timberwolves not retaking the floor until Wednesday.
DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Edwards sparks Towns-less T-wolves, 109-101 over Grizzlies
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Another absence ahead Wednesday McLaughlin (calf) will not take the floor Wednesday versus the Grizzlies.
Impact McLaughlin will miss a fifth consecutive game, leaving the Timberwolves again down some depth in the backcourt. His next chance to dress arrives Saturday versus the Thunder.
NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota takes on Memphis, seeks to break 3-game skid
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Porzingis scores 41, Wizards beat Wolves after Towns hurt
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Still out McLaughlin (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Warriors, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.
Impact McLaughlin is slated to miss a fourth straight game due to a calf issue. In his absence, Austin Rivers, Jaylen Nowell and Bryn Forbes are candidates for increased roles.
NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wizards take on the Timberwolves on 3-game slide
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Remains sidelined against Warriors McLaughlin (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Golden State.
Impact McLaughlin will miss his third straight game due to a left calf strain. His next opportunity to play will be Monday's game against the Wizards.
NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Friday McLaughlin (calf) will not dress for Friday's game versus the Hornets.
Impact McLaughlin will leave the Timberwolves' backcourt down a key bench piece behind D'Angelo Russell for a second consecutive tilt. Austin Rivers logged a season-high 20 minutes in his stead Wednesday and figures to claim backup point guard duties again Friday.
NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Wednesday McLaughlin (calf) won't take the floor Wednesday versus the Pacers, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Impact McLaughlin's calf issue popped up on Tuesday's injury report, with him initially being labeled as questionable. The backup point guard will miss just his third game of the season, potentially leading to Austin Rivers or Jaylen Nowell seeing some minutes on the ball behind D'Angelo Russell.
NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with calf injury McLaughlin is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers due to a left calf strain.
Impact McLaughlin scored a season-high 12 points in 16 minutes during Monday's win over Miami, but he also appears to have suffered a calf injury. The extent of the issue remains unclear, but if he's sidelined, Austin Rivers, Jaylen Nowell and Bryn Forbes would be candidates for increased roles off the bench.
NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Hits four threes McLaughlin ended Monday's 105-101 win over Miami with 12 points (4-5 FG, 4-5 3Pt), three assists and two steals in 16 minutes.
Impact McLaughlin hit double-digit scoring for the first time this season. He's been a credible three-point shooter in past seasons, but his 24.1 percent clip from beyond the arc thus far in 2022-23 is concerning. Averaging 15.8 minutes per game in his fourth season, McLaughlin is primarily a depth piece for Minnesota.
NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Produces four steals Wednesday McLaughlin finished with nine points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three assists and four steals in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 126-108 win over Orlando.
Impact McLaughlin had one of his better games of the season, matching his season high of nine points and setting a personal best with four steals. He had gone just 4-for-15 shooting over the previous six contests before Wednesday's strong performance. The 26-year-old is averaging 3.6 points and 3.8 assists in 15.9 minutes through his first 13 appearances of the season.
NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Registers 11 assists Saturday McLaughlin produced six points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, 11 assists and two steals over 22 minutes during Saturday's 129-117 win over the Rockets.
Impact McLaughlin had his way with the Rockets on Saturday, handing out a season-high 11 assists. D'Angelo Russell has been struggling of late, allowing McLaughlin to see a few extra minutes. He is now averaging 4.3 assists across the first eight games of the season, making him a viable streaming option for anyone desperate for dimes.
NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Available Tuesday McLaughlin (heel) is available for Tuesday's game against the Suns, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.
Impact McLaughlin returns following a two-game absence due to heel soreness. He'll resume backup point guard duties.
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable against Phoenix McLaughlin (heel) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns.
Impact McLaughlin has missed the last two games due to right heel soreness, and he continues to deal with the issue ahead of Tuesday's matchup. If he's unavailable once again, Austin Rivers and Jaylen Nowell will likely be in line for increased playing time.
OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Phoenix faces Minnesota, aims for 5th straight home win
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Ruled out Sunday McLaughlin (heel) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against San Antonio.
Impact McLaughlin was questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup and will be forced to miss a second consecutive game due to right heel soreness. Austin Rivers and Jaylen Nowell should see increased playing time Sunday.
OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Sunday McLaughlin (heel) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Spurs.
Impact McLaughlin was a late scratch for Friday's game due to right heel soreness and remains questionable for Sunday's tilt. McLaughlin has averaged 3.4 points, 3.4 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 16.6 minutes of action so far this season as the Timberwolves' backup point guard.
OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
San Antonio plays conference rival Minnesota
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