NAZ REID NEWS

Leads bench once again in win Reid finished with 16 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three rebounds, two steals, one assist and one block over 23 minutes in Thursday's 104-89 win over Orlando.

Impact Reid continues to be the top producer off the Timberwolves bench this season, doing so again in Thursday's contest while leading all bench players in scoring to go along with team-high-tying marks in steals and blocks in a winning effort. Reid has scored 15 or more points in 16 contests this season, doing so in three of his last five appearances.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double Reid notched 13 points (6-16 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and one block across 23 minutes during Tuesday's 104-97 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Despite playing off the bench, Reid had a strong showing and recorded his first double-double since Oct. 24. His overall numbers have decreased compared to the 2023-24 season, and while he remains a reliable option in fantasy due to his heavy workload and usage rate off the bench, he's simply not producing on the same rate he was doing it at this stage last season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Edwards scores 37 to lead Timberwolves past Clippers 108-106

Anthony Edwards scored 28 of his 37 points in the second half and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a 19-point first-half deficit to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 108-106

4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reaches 20 points off bench in loss Reid notched 20 points (6-11 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes during Thursday's 118-115 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Reid provided a needed spark off the Timberwolves bench in Thursday's outing, leading all second unit players in threes made and scoring while ending as one of two Minnesota players with 20 or more points in a losing effort. Reid has scored 20 or more points in four contests this season, including in two of his last six contests. Reid also matched his second-highest three-point total of the year, connecting on at least four threes in six games.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet Tuesday Reid produced 19 points (8-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal across 33 minutes during Tuesday's 113-105 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Reid had a solid showing off the bench for the Timberwolves in this one, ending just two rebounds away from a double-double while tying his season-high mark in blocks. Reid has been playing at a high level of late and has scored in double digits in five of his last six games, averaging 14.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game in that span.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores team-high 23 points Reid accumulated 23 points (10-19 FG, 3-10 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Monday's 117-104 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Despite a trip to the locker room due to an apparent ankle injury, Reid was one of very few bright spots for the Timberwolves, leading the team with 23 points. It's been an underwhelming season for Reid, failing to live up to expectations after a breakout campaign during the 2023-24 season. Perhaps this performance can turn things around for Reid, something the Timberwolves would welcome with open arms.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Monday Reid (ankle) returned to Monday's game against the Hawks with 6:37 remaining in the third quarter, per the broadcast.

Impact Reid went back to the locker room after appearing to injure his ankle in the second quarter. However, the big man should be able to shoulder his normal workload the rest of the way.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game due to ankle injury Reid went to the locker room in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Hawks due to an ankle injury, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Reid went back to the locker room after having his ankle evaluated by trainers on the sidelines. Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Josh Minott are candidates to see increased playing time off the Timberwolves' bench for as long as Reid is sidelined.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to struggle Reid chipped in three points (1-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one block over 27 minutes during Sunday's 106-92 win over the Spurs.

Impact Reid has now been held to single-digit points in seven of his last 11 games. During that stretch, he's been outside the top-150 in nine-category formats, posting averages of 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.1 steals, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers on 34.0 percent shooting from the field. With solid peripheral stats keeping him afloat, his fantasy managers will need to patiently wait for him to break out of his slump.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet off bench Friday Reid provided nine points (4-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt), 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and three steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 107-90 win over Golden State.

Impact Anthony Edwards was the undisputed star for the Wolves in this matchup, but Reid delivered an impressive stat line and certainly rewarded fantasy managers who have stood by him amid a subpar start to the season. Reid has scored in double digits just once in his last five outings and only has one double-double all season long, but he'll remain valuable in fantasy as long as he can continue to rack up stats across the board. He's averaging 8.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.8 steals and 2.0 blocks per game in his last five contests.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Productive across board Reid closed Monday's 109-80 win over the Lakers with 15 points (6-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 28 minutes.

Impact After a pair of duds in which he scored a combined 15 points in two previous outings, Reid found his stride Monday evening. For the most part, he's had a solid season for the Timberwolves as the primary attacking option off the bench. Through 20 regular-season appearances, he's averaging 13.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.0 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense

Julius Randle scored 18 points and Rudy Gobert had 17 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Los Angeles Lakers 109-80

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Improved performance despite loss Reid ended Tuesday's 117-111 overtime loss to the Rockets with 19 points (7-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and two steals over 27 minutes.

Impact Reid got back on track despite the loss, scoring 19 points, the most he has scored in the past two weeks. Having scored a total of just seven points across the two previous games, it was great to see Reid doing what he does best. The Timberwolves have now lost six of their past eight games and have to back up Wednesday when they face the Kings.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in loss Reid finished Sunday's 107-105 loss to the Celtics with five points (2-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal across 26 minutes.

Impact Reid was able to play through a left knee issue that he picked up Thursday against Toronto, but that could explain why he wasn't able to find much success against Boston. He's now had two duds in a row, but he's still having a solid season overall. Through 16 games, he's averaging 13.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 2.1 three-pointers.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Brown scores 29 points before Celtics beat Timberwolves 107-105 with late defensive stand

Jaylen Brown scored the Celtics’ first 15 points on five consecutive 3-pointers and finished with 29 points, before Boston withstood a late charge to beat the Minnesota Timberwolve...

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available to face Boston Reid (knee) is not on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Reid suffered an apparent left knee injury in the loss to the Raptors on Thursday, but the injury wasn't severe enough to keep him sidelined from this marquee matchup against the reigning league champions. Reid, who scored a season-low two points in the loss to Toronto, is averaging 14.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game across 11 contests since the beginning of November.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts knee late Thursday Reid appeared to suffer a left knee injury late in the fourth quarter of Thursday's 110-105 loss to the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports. He finished with two points (...

Impact Reid went down on the court in pain after he banged knees with the Raptors' Scottie Barnes while the two were pursuing a loose ball with 11 seconds remaining in the game. After being charged with a foul on the play, Reid checked out of the contest and was able to walk to the bench under his own power. The Timberwolves are off until Sunday in Boston, but it wouldn't be surprising if Reid was listed on the team's next injury report, which will be released Saturday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines off bench Tuesday Reid registered 28 points (10-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 122-108 loss to Portland.

Impact Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert weren't at their best Tuesday, but Reid delivered an impressive effort off the bench and was one of the few standout players for the Timberwolves in this 14-point loss. Reid continues to play at a high level off the bench for Minnesota, and he's reached the 15-point mark in four of his last five outings despite averaging just 24.6 minutes per game in that span. Fantasy managers should continue to trust Reid despite his bench role, as he's seeing the court enough to remain valuable across all formats.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 25 points in win Reid produced 25 points (9-13 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 26 minutes during Monday's 114-93 win over the Hornets.

Impact Reid's 25 points was a season-high mark, as well as his five makes from beyond the arc. Despite coming off the bench, Reid has seen healthy workloads for the Timberwolves, and his fantasy production has been strong. Through seven games, he's posting averages of 15.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.7 blocks and 2.3 three-pointers.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Naz Reid makes five 3-pointers and scores 25 points to lead Timberwolves to 114-93 win over Hornets

Naz Reid scored 25 points and grabbed nine rebounds as the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Charlotte Hornets 114-93

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Just misses double-double Tuesday Reid accumulated 14 points (5-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block over 26 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 120-114 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact The 25-year-old big came up just short of his second double-double in four games to begin the season while recording his first block of 2024-25. Reid hasn't seen a big jump in his workload with Julius Randle replacing Karl-Anthony Towns in Minnesota's starting lineup, but he's been busier on the glass, averaging 7.5 rebounds through four game after setting a career high last season with 5.2 boards a contest.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 18 points in reserve role Reid accumulated 19 points (6-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 13 rebounds and three assists across 27 minutes during Thursday's 117-115 win over the Kings.

Impact Reid is expected to relieve Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert, but he actually shared the floor with both big men briefly in the fourth quarter. The odd combo of Mike Conley, Donte DiVincenzo, Reid, Randle and Gobert isn't expected to happen often, but the quintet provided a much-needed boost that helped Minnesota regain the lead. Reid's role as a backup is assured, but we may see more of of the oversized grouping moving forward.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up for Opening Night Reid (shoulder) is available for Tuesday's Opening Night matchup against the Lakers.

Impact Reid missed the final two preseason games for Minnesota due to shoulder inflammation, though he is expected to be fully ready for Opening Night. The big man will likely receive his normal share of playing time off the bench behind Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle in the frontcourt.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Thursday Reid (shoulder) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Nuggets.

Impact Reid will miss his team's preseason finale due to a shoulder impingement. His availability for Tuesday's regular-season opener against the Lakers is in jeopardy at this point.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined by shoulder impingement Reid will not play in Wednesday's preseason contest versus Chicago due to a shoulder impingement, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Reid's next opportunity to suit up comes in short order, as Minnesota closes a preseason back-to-back versus Denver on Thursday. Coach Chris Finch noted that Reid's absence Wednesday is a product of "the team being cautious," while the injury is regarded as "nothing serious."

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE