Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels scored a game-high 25 points in Tuesday's win over the Suns. He shot the ball well, going 10-for-17 from the field, and added eight rebounds, three assists, and a steal. The 23-year-old had just nine points in Game 1, which isn't unusual. Yet, with production like this, his popularity will increase heading toward Game 3 on Friday night. However, his rostering cost should also rise after the efficient performance.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (finger) will play on Monday against the Los Angeles Clippers after being upgraded from questionable to available. He originally injured his finger on Thursday and could only play 19 minutes in a 24-point win over the Milwaukee Bucks. He registered eight points, three rebounds, two blocks, and one turnover in that contest. McDaniels hasn't exactly been the best fantasy asset outside of points and field goal percentage, so he hasn't been viable outside of the deepest leagues. He remains in the starting five though so he does receive plenty of opportunities on a nightly basis and serves as a stronger streaming option when others are out of the lineup.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (finger) is regarded as questionable for Monday's matchup versus the Clippers. The 23-year-old hurt his left index finger against Milwaukee on Thursday and might have to come out of the lineup for the first time since Dec. 8. Nickeil Alexander-Walker was McDaniels' replacement in the starting unit the last time he was unavailable. Kyle Anderson should also get a few extra minutes without him. Alexander-Walker has logged 10 starts in total across the season, registering 9.3 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.2 steals in the role.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (finger) had eight points, three rebounds, and two blocks in Thursday's win over the shorthanded Bucks. However, he suffered a left index finger sprain during the contest, ending his night after only 19 minutes of work. The 23-year-old isn't always the most reliable contributor in any statistical category. Still, he's been instrumental to Minnesota's success this season, primarily due to his contributions on the defensive end. Fortunately, the Timberwolves aren't back in action until Monday evening versus the Los Angeles Clippers, so there's a chance he'll be better by then. But if McDaniels can't go, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, averaging 9.3 points and 1.1 steals in 16 starts this season, would presumably fill the void in the rotation.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (back) has been upgraded from questionable to available on Monday night ahead of their matchup against the Miami Heat. This year, McDaniels hasn't been the best source of fantasy contributions, especially in shallow leagues. In their last game on Saturday against the Indiana Pacers, a team that has one of the worst defenses in the league, McDaniels could only muster five points, one rebound, one steal, and one turnover. His defensive abilities are important to the Timberwolves' success, but they often don't appear in the box score.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (ankle) will suit up for Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. McDaniels has been dealing with a right ankle sprain, but appears ready to play again. The T-Wolves will move him right into the starting five and he's not expected to be under a minutes limit. Fantasy managers who have McDaniels rostered can get him back in their lineups on Thursday.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's action against the Mavericks. After missing eight games with an ankle sprain, McDaniels was back on the court Monday versus New Orleans, but he might be forced to skip another game on Thursday. Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Troy Brown Jr. have benefited from McDaniels' health issues and could have a large part to play again in Thursday's game, especially if Anthony Edwards (hip) remains on the sidelines.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (ankle), who suffered a Grade 1 right lateral ankle sprain during the first quarter of Nov. 20's eventual 117-100 win over the New York Knicks, was re-evaluated and has been confirmed to be progressing well throughout his rehab program with no setbacks. McDaniels has been cleared to participate in individual on-court player drills and strength training activities. It marks the start of a return-to-play progression for McDaniels, who has now missed two weeks with the injury. While the 23-year-old three-and-D contributor is advancing in his recovery, McDaniels still has some hoops to jump through before a return to game action. Nickeil Alexander-Walker is chipping in 7.3 points, 3.0 assists, 1.4 threes, and 2.1 combined steals and blocks per night in 27.8 minutes covering eight games without McDaniels in 2023-24, so NAW is worth streaming in fantasy if those numbers sound appealing.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (ankle) was forced to exit early on Monday due to an ankle injury. It has been revealed that McDaniels has suffered a Grade 1 right ankle sprain. That being said, the team plans to shut down McDaniels and re-evaluate him in one week. Although, there's a good chance that McDaniels miss more time than just one week. In the meantime, Nickeil Alexander-Walker should move into the starting five and see increased fantasy value. Kyle Anderson and Troy Brown Jr. should also benefit as well with McDaniels on the sideline. Between the three, Anderson has the highest upside in terms of fantasy value.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels logged just 1:43 of action in Tuesday's matchup against the Warriors, as he was ejected from the game for picking up two technical fouls following an altercation with Klay Thompson. The Warriors star also received two technicals and was tossed from the game. The two had a coming together midcourt, which ended with McDaniels ripping up Thompson's jersey. The incident sparked a brawl and also led to Draymond Green's ejection from the game. With McDaniels missing almost the entire game, Kyle Anderson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Troy Brown Jr. got some extra burn off the bench.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (calf) will play his first game of the season on Monday. Chris Hine of the Star Tribune says that head coach Chris Finch was the first to say that McDaniels is in the lineup. The 23-year-old is a big part of the team's defense while he also contributed 12.1 points per game last year. With McDaniels back in the lineup, Naz Reid and Kyle Anderson will likely take hits to their fantasy value. The Washington product should be a good source of points, threes, efficiency, and defensive stats.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (calf) has officially been listed as questionable against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday. The 23-year-old has yet to play a game this season due to a calf strain, but his status is trending in the right direction. He was previously listed as doubtful for their previous matchup, so the questionable tag for this one is a step up. If he can suit up on Monday, that would take a chunk out of Naz Reid and Kyle Anderson's fantasy value. Nickeil Alexander-Walker has been the one to take the starting spot, but he'll likely still see solid minutes in the guard rotation.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (calf) isn't expected to play on Saturday against Miami. The 23-year-old, who recently signed a lucrative extension with the Timberwolves, is battling a calf strain. While he's considered day-to-day, there's a realistic chance he will miss a few more time moving ahead, including upcoming games versus Atlanta and Denver. As a result, Nickeil Alexander-Walker could remain in the starting lineup. However, Kyle Anderson, who had nine boards, seven points, five assists, and two steals in the opener, is a more reliable fantasy option, even if he continues to operate from off the bench.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (calf) will not play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Toronto Raptors. McDaniels is being deemed day-to-day due to a left calf strain, after bagging a five-year, $136 million extension with the Wolves on Tuesday. The 23-year-old was restricted to individual drills as of Sunday, so he apparently hasn't made enough progress in his recovery to play in the opener. Minnesota's home opener on Saturday marks McDaniels' next opportunity for a return to the court. Kyle Anderson feels like the most suitable candidate to round out head coach Chris Finch's starting five at the three Wednesday, with Shake Milton and Nickeil Alexander-Walker helping fill McDaniels' void.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (calf) reportedly progressed to 1-on-1 workouts on Sunday, and there still isn't an exact timetable for his return. According to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, McDaniels still has some hurdles to clear before he's ready to take the floor against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday for the team's season opener. The 23-year-old is slated to be a starter when he's healthy and he's looking to earn himself a new contract extension as he enters the final year of his rookie deal. If he can't suit up, Kyle Anderson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker should see some extra opportunities.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (calf) is expected to be sidelined roughly 7-10 days. The young forward is dealing with left calf strain, but the injury is believed to be minor. He'll be re-evaluated right around the time of the beginning of the regular season. That means, McDaniels could miss the first few games of the regular season. When healthy, McDaniels is expected to be the starting small forward in Minnesota. In his absence, Kyle Anderson and Troy Brown Jr. should see increased playing time. Between the two, Anderson is likely to be the better fantasy asset.

The Minnesota Timberwolves hope to reach a contract extension with forward Jaden McDaniels (hand) in the near future. "We'd love to get something done. We want Jaden to be here as long as possible", Timberwolves president Tim Connelly said during a recent podcast. The 22-year-old fractured his hand when he punched a wall amid Minnesota's final game of the regular season last year, but he should be healthy for fall training camp. McDaniels has been an important contributor alongside Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards as a three-and-D presence who doesn't need the ball in his hands to be effective. The 2020 first-round pick would become a restricted free agent at the end of 2023-24 if he can't come to terms on a new deal before then. McDaniels looks like a solid late-rounder in category leagues.

The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski has reported that the Minnesota Timberwolves "received a ton of interest" in Jaden McDaniels during this week's draft. Teams all over the draft board were calling and inquiring about his availability. However, the Timberwolves weren't interested in making any deals involving the 22-year-old, and according to Krawczynski, the team sees McDaniels as a "huge piece of the team's long-term future." McDaniels had a breakout year in 2022-23 and is set to get even better. He has proven himself as a versatile defender and averaged 12.1 points and 3.9 rebounds last season with nearly 40 percent shooting from downtown.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards and forward Jaden McDaniels are likely to receive extension offers from the organization. Team president Tim Connelly said the team will have discussions with them as soon as they can. He continued by saying both players will receive significant extension offers. It appears the Wolves are serious about locking up two of their young stars. It's worth noting that Edwards was recently cited for third-degree assault. It remains to be seen if that will have an impact on upcoming contract discussions.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (wrist) is officially done for the season after suffering an injury on Sunday. The 22-year-old fractured his right hand after punching a wall while heading to the locker room. As expected, McDaniels won't suit up for Tuesday's play-in or take the court again this season. This is a tough blow to the T-Wolves who will also be without big man Rudy Gobert due to a suspension. That means, Karl-Anthony Towns should shift over to the center spot. Taurean Prince is expected to suit up as the starting power forward with McDaniels done.