NAZ REID NEWS

Booker scores 32; Paul-less Suns beat Wolves 129-117

Devin Booker had 32 points and a season-high 10 assists, and Mikal Bridges scored 13 of his 31 points in the first quarter as the Phoenix Suns bounced back with a 129-117 win again...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Wednesday Reid won't return to Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to an illness.

Impact Reid will officially sit the remainder of the matchup after coming down with an illness. He'll likely be tabbed questionable for the team's next game Friday against Memphis.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points in 18 minutes Reid finished with 11 points (5-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one block over 18 minutes during Monday's 120-107 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Reid continues to see additional run with Rudy Gobert in the health and safety protocols. Despite the opportunity, Reid has not been able to move the fantasy needle all too much. He currently sits outside the top 180, and given his inability to cash in over the past couple of games, he should not be viewed as a viable commodity outside of deeper leagues.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gobert out for Wolves, placed in health and safety protocols

Rudy Gobert will miss the Minnesota Timberwolves’ game against Houston after being placed in the league’s health and safety protocols

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Giannis has triple-double, Bucks beat Wolves for 8-0 start

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 26 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists, Jrue Holiday scored 29 points and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 115-102 to improve to 8-0, th...

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 11 points in eight minutes Reid chipped in 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal in nine minutes during Sunday's 107-98 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Reid topped double-digits for just the second time this season, highlighting just what a struggle it has been for him to contribute on a regular basis. The arrival of Rudy Gobert in the offseason basically signaled an end to any hopes Reid had of being an essential piece for the Timberwolves. Barring an injury to either Gobert of Karl-Anthony Towns, Reid should remain on the waiver wire, even in deeper formats.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 14 points off bench Reid closed with 14 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block over 13 minutes during Sunday's 116-106 win over Oklahoma City.

Impact Reid didn't play in Minnesota's regular-season opener, but he's appeared in back-to-back games since. After not scoring across nine minutes during his season debut against Utah, the backup big man finished in double figures Sunday despite seeing only 13 minutes. He was solid on the offensive end of the court, drilling his first two triples of the season while also helping out on the boards. Reid is unlikely to see sizable workloads on a consistent basis given his place on the depth chart behind Rudy Gobert, but he has been a solid option off the bench for the Timberwolves over the last few years, most recently averaging 8.3 points, 3.9 rebounds and 0.9 blocks over 77 games in 2021-22.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Another preseason double-double Reid tallied 22 points (9-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and a blocked shot over 27 minutes in Wednesday's exhibition victory versus the Lakers.

Impact Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert were both rested for the contest, allowing Reid the opportunity to be the focal point of the offense. He led Minnesota in scoring, field-goal attempts and boards while logging his second consecutive preseason double-double. Reid has been excellent through four games, averaging 14.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, 1.5 three-pointers and 1.0 blocks over 21.8 minutes. He's capable of putting up strong per-minute numbers, but his fantasy stock is limited due to playing behind Towns and Gobert.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves beat Lakers 118-113 as Naz Reid scores 22 points The backup center played while Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert rested.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Timberwolves think big with Towns-Gobert tandem

The Minnesota Timberwolves have gone big in an age when most NBA teams have gone small

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Naz Reid expanding his game in effort to earn more playing time for Timberwolves The fourth-year center will likely play more power forward after the addition of Rudy Gobert this offseason.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Double-doubles in start Sunday Reid produced 20 points (9-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 23 minutes during Sunday's win over the Clippers.

Impact Reid started at the power forward position, although he spent much of his time protecting the paint. This allowed Karl-Anthony Towns to play on the perimeter a little more, something he will need to get used to moving forward. Reid was productive during his time on the floor, and while he is not a viable target in standard formats, he should be on watchlists everywhere given his ability to put up numbers when handed a larger role.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday The Timberwolves announced that Reid would start at center for Tuesday's preseason matchup with the Heat.

Impact Reid is starting with Rudy Gobert (rest) and Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) out. The 6-foot-10 big man is positioned to be the team's primary backup in the frontcourt. Last season, Reid averaged 8.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 0.9 blocks in 15.8 minutes across 77 games.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

To play more power forward Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said Wednesday that he has spent all summer trying to get Reid more reps at power forward, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Reid has played primarily center in his first three seasons in Minnesota as a backup to Karl-Anthony Towns. However, with the addition of Rudy Gobert, the team has limited minutes to go around at center. The 6-foot-10 big man has proven to be a solid floor spacer, shooting 34.3 and 35.1 percent from three in his last two seasons. This versatility should allow Minnesota to play their star centers without having to sacrifice too many of Reid's minutes.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Team option picked up Reid had his $1.93 million team option picked up by the Timberwolves on Wednesday, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Impact Reid signed a three-year deal with the Timberwolves in 2019 that included the team option for 2022-23, and for now it appears he'll be back with the team barring any changes during free agency. He appeared in 77 games during the 2021-22 season, averaging 8.3 points and 3.9 rebounds across 15.8 minutes per contest, mostly in a reserve role.

JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grizzlies rally again past Wolves 114-106 to reach 2nd round

Desmond Bane and Dillon Brooks each scored 23 points to steer a third fourth-quarter comeback victory in the series by the Memphis Grizzlies, who eliminated the Minnesota Timberwol...

APRIL 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Officially out Reid (personal) has officially been ruled out for Friday's Game 6 against the Grizzlies, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Impact Reid was a late addition to the TImberwolves' injury report. His absence will leave either Jarred Vanderbilt or Greg Monroe to handle backup center duties.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Reid is a late addition to the Timberwolves' injury report ahead of Friday's Game 6 versus the Grizzlies, as he is now listed as questionable due to personal reasons.

Impact This news comes shortly before tip-off. If Reid is unable to go, Jarred Vanderbilt would presumably be the primary backup center behind Karl-Anthony Towns.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grizzlies rout Timberwolves 124-96 to tie series at 1 apiece

Ja Morant scored 23 points and handed out 10 assists as the Memphis Grizzlies looked much more like the team that posted the NBA’s second-best record, routing the Minnesota Timberw...

APRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Coming off bench Reid will come off the bench Tuesday against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact As expected, Reid heads to the bench with Karl-Anthony Towns (rest) back for the play-in game. In his past five games off the bench, Reid has averaged 6.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 15.0 minutes.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting for resting KAT Reid will start Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Impact With Karl-Anthony Towns resting in the regular-season finale, Reid will get the nod at center. He's been the primary backup to Towns for the entire season, typically seeing somewhere between 12 and 19 minutes on most nights. Given the circumstances Sunday, Reid should be set for a tangible boost in playing time.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stars defensively Reid closed with nine points (3-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 125-102 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Reid finished with multiple blocks and steals in the same game for just the second time this season. Over his last six appearances, the backup big man has averaged 8.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 13.2 minutes. With Jaden McDaniels (ankle) sidelined for at least another week, Reid is expected to maintain a small roll off Minnesota's bench.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wolves stop skid, avenge recent loss with romp over Mavs

Karl-Anthony Towns had 20 points and nine rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves made up for a narrow loss at Dallas four days earlier by tightening up their defense and blowing o...

MARCH 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phoenix takes road win streak into matchup with Minnesota

Phoenix will try to keep its five-game road win streak alive when the Suns take on Minnesota

MARCH 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Probable for Monday Reid (back) is probable for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Reid missed two games due to back spasms before returning to the court Saturday against the Bucks, and he's expected to be available for Monday's contest. The 22-year-old could have an increased role against Dallas if Karl-Anthony Towns (forearm), who is considered questionable, ends up being ruled out.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE