KYLE ANDERSON NEWS

Questionable for Sunday Anderson (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Anderson has missed the past two games for Minnesota, but he's trending in the right direction. Anthony Edwards (ankle) is also considered questionable, so Minnesota could potentially be at full strength. Naz Reid, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Jaden McDaniels are candidates to step up if that's not the case.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Anderson (knee) will not play in Friday's matchup with the Kings.

Impact No surprise here, as Anderson was considered doubtful for the contest. In his absence, Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are candidates to absorb some of Anderson's minutes off the bench. His next chance to play will come Sunday versus the Clippers.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Anderson (knee) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Kings.

Impact Anderson sat out Wednesday's game after spraining his knee during Tuesday's win over the Spurs, and it looks like he'll be missing his second straight game Friday evening. Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker will be asked to pick up some of the slack while SloMo is out.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Anderson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Anderson left Tuesday's game late in the second quarter, but he returned to start the second half. However, he lasted only a minute before being ruled out for the remainder of the contest. With Karl-Anthony Towns (personal) and Rudy Gobert (ankle) sidelined recently, Anderson has been playing an expanded role, so his absence could test Minnesota's depth.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Now ruled out Tuesday Anderson won't return to Tuesday's game versus the Spurs due to left hamstring tightness, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports. He will end the game with two points (...

Impact Anderson left Tuesday's game late in the second quarter before starting the half. However, the 30-year-old forward only made it until the 11:01 mark in the third quarter before being ruled out for the remainder of the contest. Naz Reid will likely receive increased playing time in his absence. Anderson's status for Wednesday's matchup with Memphis is uncertain.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Returns after injury scare Anderson left Tuesday's game versus the Spurs with 1:09 remaining in the second quarter due to an apparent leg injury but will start the second half, Michael Wallace of the Grizzli...

Impact Anthony Edwards and Kyle Anderson both left right before halftime of Tuesday's contest but will take the floor to begin the second half. Anderson is making his second straight starting appearance with Karl-Anthony Towns (personal) out.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double in start Anderson recorded 12 points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), nine rebounds, three assists and one block across 31 minutes during Saturday's 101-86 win over the Nets.

Impact Anderson got the starting nod due to Rudy Gobert's absence due to injury, hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total and ending as one of four Timberwolves with a double-digit point total in a near double-double showcase. Anderson, who also handed out a trio of assists, has tallied at least 10 points and eight rebounds in two games this season, posting his eighth outing with 10 or more points.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Brooklyn Anderson will start against the Nets on Saturday.

Impact Anderson will move to the starting lineup with Rudy Gobert (ankle) sidelined, and this means Karl-Anthony Towns will move to center as well. Anderson is averaging 13.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 5.0 assists across 34.0 minutes per game in his previous two starts this season.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Low minutes continue Anderson finished with six points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 17 minutes during Sunday's 111-90 victory over Houston.

Impact Anderson's role has been trending in the wrong direction for a couple weeks. He's now seen fewer than 20 minutes in six consecutive games, averaging 4.5 points, 3.3 assists and 2.8 rebounds. There's been nothing to indicate that this trend will change.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Facilitates effectively Anderson logged five points (1-2 FG, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and eight assists across 21 minutes during Monday's 128-125 loss to the Hornets. He had just one turnover.

Impact Anderson continues to be a non-existent offensive threat, compiling just 29 three-point attempts across his 43 appearances this season. That being said, his facilitation was much-needed Monday with Mike Conley (rest/hamstring) inactive and Karl-Anthony Towns tunnel-visioning his way to 62 points (21-35 FG). Anderson is averaging 5.6 points, 2.4 rebounds and 5.4 assists in 20.8 minutes per game across his last five appearances -- which is realistic production to expect moving forward.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Anderson will return to the bench for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Rudy Gobert (hip) is back from a one-game absence, so this is an expected move. Anderson gave the Timberwolves one of his best performances of the season Wednesday versus Boston, scoring 17 points with eight rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 39 minutes.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Season high outing in start Anderson had 17 points (7-12 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 39 minutes during Wednesday's 127-120 overtime loss to the Celtics.

Impact Anderson got the starting nod with both Mike Conley (rest) and Rudy Gobert (hip) out of the starting five, setting a season high in scoring while finishing two boards short of the double-digit mark and adding a handful of assists. Anderson has tallied at least 10 points and five assists in three games this year, hauling in eight or more boards in three contests.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Gobert Anderson will start Wednesday's game against Boston.

Impact Mike Conley (rest) and Rudy Gobert (hip) are sidelined, so Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Anderson will slide into the starting lineup. In his only previous start this season, Anderson posted 10 points, five rebounds, five assists and one block in 29 minutes.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark off bench Anderson had 11 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and three assists over 21 minutes during Tuesday's 113-92 victory over the Magic.

Impact Anderson recorded his highest points total since Dec. 2 in Tuesday's win over Orlando. The veteran forward is averaging 5.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists in 21.5 minutes across his last 10 appearances. However, Anderson is a virtual non-factor from outside the arc, as he is shooting just 16.7 percent on 0.6 three-point attempts per contest over that span.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high rebound total in win Anderson notched eight points (3-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists across 27 minutes during Thursday's 118-110 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Anderson led all Timberwolves bench players in rebounds and assists while ending second on the team in boards en route to a season high total in a near double-double. Anderson has posted nine or more rebounds in two games this year, recorded at least five points and five rebounds in 11 outings.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Anderson will return to the bench for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports.

Impact This was an expected move with Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) back in the lineup after a one-game absence. Anderson fared well in a spot start Saturday against the Kings, scoring 10 points with five rebounds, five assists and one block in 29 minutes.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Kings Anderson will move into the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Kings.

Impact Karl-Anthony Towns is sitting out Saturday with knee soreness, but he's reportedly day-to-day. Anderson has yet to start a game this season, and through nine December games, he's posting averages of 6.3 points, 4.0 assists, 3.2 rebounds and 0.9 steals.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well off bench Anderson had 11 points (2-6 FG, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two steals in 26 minutes during Saturday's 123-117 victory over the Hornets.

Impact This was the first time that Anderson scored in double figures since Nov. 4, and he did most of his damage from the free throw line Saturday. It's no secret that Anderson has been in a slump for several weeks, but Saturday's performance was definitely a step in the right direction. Minnesota will continue to need more from Anderson if Anthony Edwards (hip) misses additional time.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 2, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Chips in across the board Saturday Anderson totaled nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal in 26 minutes during Saturday's 121-120 victory over New Orleans.

Impact Anderson played a pivotal role for the Timberwolves once again Saturday, turning in another serviceable performance. Despite the fact his role has been scaled back when compared to last season, Anderson remains a key piece off the bench. He typically contributes across multiple categories on most nights, albeit on low volume. His overall upside remains limited but even managers in standard leagues could consider him, especially if points are not high on the list of priorities.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in win Anderson ended with three points (1-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one block in 25 minutes during Monday's 114-109 overtime victory over Boston.

Impact Scoring will never be Anderson's best attribute in fantasy basketball, but he's generally pretty productive elsewhere. Through six games this season, Anderson is averaging 7.8 points, 4.7 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals. He'll face the Pelicans on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

All-around outing off bench in loss Anderson closed with seven points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 97-94 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Anderson led all Timberwolves bench players in scoring, rebounds and assists while finishing one board shy of reaching the double-digit mark in Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Raptors. Anderson, who will be a key contributor off the bench in his second season with Minnesota, is coming off a 2022-23 campaign where he averaged 9.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.1 steals over 69 appearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Wednesday Anderson won't start Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Anderson drew the starting nod in the Timberwolves' final preseason game with Karl-Anthony Towns sidelined. However, with Towns back in action, Anderson will slide to the bench, where he should handle a significant workload.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Thursday Anderson is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason contest against the Bulls, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact Anderson will get the nod at power forward over Karl-Anthony Towns (knee), though he should operate as a bench option once the regular season starts next week. That said, appearing in a starting role, even if it's in the preseason, is nothing new for Anderson, as he logged 46 starts for Minnesota during the 2022-23 season, averaging 10.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.2 steals across 30.6 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson will play for China in FIBA World Cup Anthony Edwards is set to play for the U.S., Rudy Gobert for France and Nickeil Walker-Alexander for Canada.

JULY 24, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM