LUKA GARZA NEWS

Erupts for career-high 25 points Garza finished with 25 points (9-13 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes in Wednesday's 143-118 win over the Jazz.

Impact The 25 points marked a new career high for Garza, who had previously recorded 20 points exactly three times during his rookie season in 2021-22 with the Pistons. Garza is now averaging 22.0 points and 6.0 rebounds in 22 minutes over the Timberwolves' last two games, but the blowout nature of both contests and the absence of Rudy Gobert (groin) on Wednesday were major factors. Assuming Gobert is good to go Friday in Memphis and the Timberwolves are able to keep the game competitive, Garza will likely see his minutes drop off precipitously, if he's not cut out of the rotation entirely.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in garbage time Garza notched 19 points (6-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), nine rebounds and two assists across 21 minutes during Tuesday's 146-112 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Garza was left out of the rotation two nights earlier in the Timberwolves' 128-98 win over the Nuggets, but he received the chance to play in Tuesday's rematch due to the blowout nature of the contest. With both teams resting their key rotation players for much of the fourth quarter, Garza received some extended burn and was able to put up quality numbers as a result. The second-year big man out of Iowa may get a temporary look as the Timberwolves' backup center if Naz Reid sees more time at power forward in the absence of Kyle Anderson (back), but Garza will likely find himself back out of the rotation as soon as Anderson is back in the fold.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jokic posts triple-double by halftime, Nuggets rout Wolves

Nikola Jokic posted his 19th triple-double of the season by halftime and the Denver Nuggets rode a 49-point first quarter to a 146-112 rout of the Minnesota Timberwolves

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes advantage of opportunity Garza amassed 17 points (7-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 10 minutes during Friday's 127-120 loss to the Magic.

Impact Garza barely saw action Friday but made the most of his minutes, missing just two of his nine shots en route to posting a career-best scoring mark. He has amassed four games with double digits so far this season, and all four have come since Dec. 30. The rookie struggles with consistency and has found it hard to adjust to the league at times, but he seems to be trending in the right direction. He's averaging 7.0 points and 2.6 rebounds across 10.3 minutes per game in 11 games since the start of January.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to parent club Minnesota transferred Garza to the NBA club from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Monday.

Impact The Timberwolves elevated Garza, Matt Ryan, Josh Minott and Wendell Moore from the G League, and all four of them will be available for Monday's matchup against Sacramento. Across 17 NBA appearances, Garza is averaging 5.4 points and 1.8 rebounds in 7.9 minutes, but he may see an increased role against the Kings if Rudy Gobert (groin) is downgraded to out.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ties season-high 16 points Garza posted 16 points (4-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and four rebounds across 17 minutes during Wednesday's 122-118 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Rudy Gobert (groin) sat out Wednesday's loss, allowing Garza to see backup center minutes behind Naz Reid. Garza has played sparingly this season, but this is the second time he's reached his season-high 16 points. The former Iowa standout isn't an add in any fantasy leagues, as he's on a two-way deal and is essentially fighting for a job whenever he gets a chance to play.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edwards, bench lift Wolves to 110-102 victory over Cavs

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves got a huge boost from their bench in a 110-102 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back with parent club The Timberwolves recalled Garza from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Wednesday.

Impact Garza is expected to dress Wednesday in Detroit, taking on the Pistons squad that selected him in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft. The 6-foot-10 center had appeared in three of the Timberwolves' previous four games before getting assigned to Iowa, but Garza may not be featured in the rotation Wednesday now that Naz Reid is healthy and ready to step in as the primary backup to Rudy Gobert.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Garza tries to 'be himself' when big opportunity calls for Wolves Former Big Ten player of the year said he has adjusted to the NBA flow, stepping up when his team needs production at the center position.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Edwards scores 32, helps Wolves close out Blazers 113-106

Anthony Edwards scored 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, Rudy Gobert had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Portland Trail Blazers 113-106

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Puts up season-high 16 points Garza amassed 16 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 18 minutes during Friday's 123-114 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Garza came from nowhere Friday, putting up easily his best line of the season. With Rudy Gobert a late scratch due to illness, Garza assumed the role of backup center, tallying more points than he has across all games played this season. Gobert is unlikely to be sidelined for too long, meaning this should be viewed as the epitome of a flash in the pan.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Career performance in loss Garza tallied 44 points (18-32 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 15 rebounds, three steals, three blocks and two assists in 38 minutes during Monday's 132-127 loss to Fort Wayne.

Impact Garza had a career night that resulted in a double-double and a career-high scoring mark, leading Iowa in scoring, rebounds, steals and blocks in the loss. Garza has averaged 29.8 points, 9.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.3 blocks in nine games with the Wolves.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to parent club Minnesota transferred Garza from the G League's Iowa Wolves to the NBA club Tuesday.

Impact Garza exploded for a 44-point, 15-rebound performance during Iowa's win over the Mad Ants on Monday. However, he's made only one appearance at the NBA level and remains relevant in most fantasy leagues.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to Minnesota Minnesota transferred Garza from the G League's Iowa Wolves to the NBA club on Friday.

Impact Garza has appeared in only one game for the Timberwolves this season, but he's dominated at the G League level. The talented big man had 33 points in his most recent game for Iowa and will likely bounce back and forth between the two teams for the foreseeable future.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to parent squad The Timberwolves transferred Garza from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Monday.

Impact Garza had a big game for Iowa on Sunday, posting 30 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and a steal in 35 minutes against the Wisconsin Herd. The big man is averaging 26.6 points, 8.2 rebounds and 4.0 assists in five G League appearances, and he should be available if his number is called Monday against the Heat.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Garland's career-high 51 not enough, Cavs lose to Wolves

All-Star point guard Darius Garland scored a career-high 51 points in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 129-124, on Sunday night

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Transferred to parent squad The Timberwolves transferred Garza from the G League's Iowa Wolves to the parent club Friday.

Impact Garza will be available for Friday's game against the Grizzlies after being promoted to the active roster. The big man has been playing well with the Iowa Wolves and could see some minutes as a reserve with Naz Reid (illness) sidelined.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Spurs Garza is inactive for Monday's game against San Antonio.

Impact Garza has yet to be listed as active for a game this season after inking a two-way contract back in August. His next chance to make his 2022-23 season debut will arrive Wednesday, also against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Friday Garza is inactive for Friday's matchup with the Jazz.

Impact Garza is currently on a Two-Way deal with the team and was also inactive for the season opener. Garza has shown strong fantasy value when given the opportunity, but is buried behind the likes of Rudy Gobert, Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid on the depth chart and will likely not see much action this season.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up for opener Garza is inactive for Wednesday's season opener against the Thunder.

Impact After joining the team on a two-way deal last Friday, Garza won't take the floor for Wednesday's tilt with Oklahoma City. The big man isn't expected to have much of a role in Minnesota's frontcourt rotation this season, but he could serve as a depth piece if his number is called at some point.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Garza is in win-win situation with Timberwolves The former Hawkeyes standout will play in Iowa when he is assigned to the G League team.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Inks two-way deal with Minnesota The Timberwolves signed Garza to a two-way contract on Friday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Garza averaged 7.3 points and 2.2 rebounds in four games for Minnesota this preseason. The Timberwolves already have AJ Lawson and Eric Paschall signed to two-way deals, meaning one of them will have to either get signed to an NBA contract or waived. Garza will split time between the NBA and G League this season.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 points in relief Garza recorded 10 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one rebound across 12 minutes in Thursday's 114-99 preseason win over the Lakers.

Impact Garza comes over from Detroit, where he appeared in 32 games as a rookie. Garza will be stuck behind a crowded depth chart in the frontcourt, but the departure of Jarred Vanderbilt should offer some additional opportunities.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Signs deal with T-Wolves Garza signed a contract with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.

Impact While the terms of the deal weren't disclosed, it seems likely the contract is an Exhibit 10 deal as Garza aims to claim a roster spot on the regular-season roster. The 2021 second-round pick logged 12.2 minutes per game last season with the Pistons, averaging 5.8 points and 3.1 rebounds over 32 appearances.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Garza Giving Back to Second Home Iowa a Special Place for Hawkeyes’ All-Time Leading Scorer

AUGUST 7, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM