KYLE ANDERSON NEWS

No Gobert; Towns leads Wolves to 129-117 win over Rockets

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 10 of his 25 points in the third quarter and Anthony Edwards added 19 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to a 129-117 win against the Houston Ro...

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting in place of Gobert Anderson will start Saturday's game against the Rockets, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact Coach Chris Finch told reporters initially that either Naz Reid or Taurean Prince would start. Instead, it's Anderson getting the nod, marking his first start as a member of the Wolves. Anderson is averaging a muted 5.7 points, 7.2 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.0 blocks per 36 minutes this season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Tuesday Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said Anderson (back) is available to play in Tuesday's matchup with the Suns, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Anderson made his return to the lineup Saturday and played 12 minutes. Anderson should remain as a primary wing backup for Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Tuesday Anderson (back) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Suns.

Impact Anderson returned to the Timberwolves' lineup Saturday after missing the team's past four games due to a back injury. However, the veteran forward now finds himself back on the injury report with the same injury. If Anderson can't suit up Tuesday, his next chance to return comes Friday against the Bucks.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 13 minutes in return Anderson finished Sunday's 107-98 loss to the Spurs with two points (2-2 FT), four rebounds and four assists in 12 minutes.

Impact Anderson saw just 13 minutes off the bench in his return to action Sunday, producing very little. While he is slated to play a key role as a member of the second unit, there is very little reason to think he can be anything more than a deeper league asset. More importantly, he did appear to cut into the playing time of Jaylen Nowell, limiting him to just 10 minutes.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson, McDermott lead Spurs to second victory over Wolves

Keldon Johnson had 25 points, Doug McDermott added 23 and the San Antonio Spurs beat Minnesota 107-98 on Sunday night, their second victory over the Timberwolves in a week

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available Sunday Anderson (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Spurs, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact Anderson missed the last four games due to back spasms but will be back in action Sunday. He played 22 minutes during the Timberwolves' regular-season opener, but it's not yet clear whether he'll face any restrictions Sunday.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Anderson (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Spurs.

Impact Anderson has been held out of four straight games as he deals with back spasms. His absence has opened up more minutes for Taurean Prince, who should continue to receive around 20 minutes for as long as Anderon is out.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio plays conference rival Minnesota

The Spurs will host conference opponent Minnesota

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gobert, Wolves extend Lakers' winless start with 111-102 win

Anthony Edwards scored 16 of his 29 points in the third quarter, Rudy Gobert added 22 points and 21 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves extended the Los Angeles Lakers’ winles...

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out Friday Anderson (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Anderson was officially questionable ahead of Friday's matchup, but coach Chris Finch said prior to the game that the forward was unlikely to play. Anderson will be held out for a fourth consecutive game due to back spasms, while his next chance to return will be Sunday against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said Anderson (back) is "leaning towards out" despite going through pregame warmups, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Impact Anderson is expected to miss his fourth consecutive game due to back spasms. If the 30-year-old forward doesn't play, Taurean Prince should continue to play around 20 minutes. Anderson's next opportunity to play will be Sunday's game versus the Spurs.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Lakers Anderson (back) is questionable to play in Friday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Anderson will look to make his return Friday after missing three consecutive games due to back spasms. Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said earlier that Anderson's status is "up in the air," so it sounds like his availability will be a game-time decision. The 30-year-old forward's next game will be Sunday against the Spurs if he doesn't play Friday.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain Friday Coach Chris Finch said Thursday that Anderson's (back) status is "up in the air" for Friday's game against the Lakers, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Impact Anderson has missed the last three games due to back spasms, but he was able to get some work in during Thursday's practice session. If he's unavailable once again Friday, Taurean Prince and Jaylen Nowell would likely see increased run.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 4-game losing streak

Los Angeles is looking to stop its four-game slide with a win over Minnesota

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Edwards scores 34; Wolves beat Spurs 134-122

Anthony Edwards scored 34 points, and reserve guard Jaylen Nowell had 23 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 134-122 win against the San Antonio Spurs

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out again Wednesday Anderson (back) remains sidelined for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Anderson will skip a third consecutive game due to a back injury that surfaced early Oct. 21 versus the Jazz. His exact timetable for return remains unclear, but the fact that he was designated out right away doesn't offer a ton of encouragement that he'll be ready to play Friday against the Lakers.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Anderson (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Spurs.

Impact As was expected, Anderson will remain sidelined for a second straight game as he continues to deal with back spasms. His next chance to return will be Wednesday against the Spurs, but Taurean Prince and Jaylen Nowell could see additional minutes in his absence Monday.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota takes on San Antonio in conference showdown

Minnesota faces San Antonio in a matchup of Western Conference teams

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Edwards scores 30 as Timberwolves roll past Thunder 116-106

Anthony Edwards scored 30 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-106

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unlikely to play Monday Anderson (back), who is out for Sunday's game against the Thunder, is unlikely to play Monday against the Spurs, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact Anderson is dealing with back spasms after playing just one minute Friday, but he's traveling with the team and feeling better. However, he'll likely be forced to miss at least two games due to the issue. Taurean Prince, Jaylen Nowell and Austin Rivers are candidates to see increased run in Anderson's absence.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City and Minnesota square off in conference matchup

The Thunder will host conference opponent Minnesota

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Sunday Anderson (back) is out Sunday against the Thunder.

Impact After just one minute Friday, Anderson suffered back spasms. As he's sidelined Sunday, more minutes could be in store for Taurean Prince, Jaylen Nowell and Austin Rivers.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jazz rally to beat Wolves 132-126 in OT reunion with Gobert

Jordan Clarkson scored 29 points on 7-for-12 shooting from 3-point range to lead Utah’s rally for a 132-126 win over Minnesota

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Questionable to return Anderson is considered questionable to return to Friday's matchup with the Jazz due to back spasms, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Impact The severity of Anderson's back spasms is not known at this time. Taurean Prince would likely be the prime beneficiary should he ultimately be unable to return, and if he were to miss any future contests because of them.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE