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Ayo Dosunmu Tagged as Questionable on Injury Report
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (calf) is considered questionable for Monday's Game 1 against the San Antonio Spurs. He could return to the lineup after missing Game 6 against Denver on Thursday due to a calf issue. Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Dosunmu is day-to-day. Before his injury, Dosunmu made a big impact against the Nuggets, averaging 21.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists. The Timberwolves also have Anthony Edwards (knee) on the injury report. He isn't expected to return before Game 3, giving Dosunmu an opportunity to take on a larger role again if he shakes off the questionable tag.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Anthony Edwards Listed as Questionable for Game 1 Against Spurs
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) has been listed as questionable for Monday's second-round series opener against the San Antonio Spurs. On Sunday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Edwards is hopeful of returning to action in Game 3 of the series. But the questionable designation leaves open the possibility that Edwards will be available for Game 1. Edwards has traveled with the team to San Antonio and was cleared for basketball activities ahead of Monday's morning shootaround. With Edwards and Ayo Dosunmu (calf) sidelined, Terrence Shannon Jr. and Jaden McDaniels stood out in Minnesota's series-clinching win over Denver. The two are expected to take on more offensive responsibility again if the Timberwolves remain without Edwards and Dosunmu on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ayo Dosunmu Considered Day-to-Day Ahead of Game 1
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (calf) is considered day-to-day ahead of Monday's Game 1 against San Antonio after missing the series-clinching win over Denver. His status is unclear, with Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) also dealing with injuries. If Dosunmu sits, Terrence Shannon Jr. becomes a strong DFS option after posting 24 points, six rebounds, and two steals in 35 minutes, while Mike Conley and Jaden McDaniels should continue seeing increased responsibility. Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark are in the mix for minutes, though their roles are still uncertain.
Source: Jace frederick
Source: Jace frederick
Anthony Edwards Remains Week-to-Week
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) remains week-to-week, The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski reports. Edwards missed the final two games of Minnesota's first-round series against Denver due to a bone bruise and hyperextension in his left knee. He is expected to return this postseason; however, it seems unlikely that he will be available for Game 1 of the second-round matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, scheduled for Monday. If Ayo Dosunmu (calf) can return to the lineup, he will play a crucial role in the absence of Edwards.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
Source: Jon Krawczynski
Terrence Shannon Jr. Steps Up in Series Clincher
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Terrence Shannon Jr. recorded 24 points, six rebounds, two steals, and one three-pointer in 35 minutes during Thursday's Game 6 win over Denver, helping close out the series 4-2. He entered the starting lineup with Ayo Dosunmu (calf) sidelined and delivered steady scoring despite inefficient shooting from deep. Shannon's role is tied to the health of Dosunmu and Anthony Edwards (knee), making him a situational DFS option. Jaden McDaniels and Julius Randle continue to lead usage, while Shannon provides secondary scoring when given minutes.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Jaden McDaniels Leads Timberwolves to Round 2
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels delivered 32 points, 10 rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block, and one three-pointer in 45 minutes during Thursday's Game 6 win over Denver, sealing a 4-2 series victory. He took on more offensive responsibility and responded with efficient shooting while contributing across categories. McDaniels' workload and two-way impact boost his DFS appeal heading into the next round. Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert continue to hold things down up front, while McDaniels picks up added usage with Anthony Edwards (knee) out.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Terrence Shannon Jr. Starting in Game 6
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Terrence Shannon Jr. will join the starting lineup in Game 6 against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday, filling in for Ayo Dosunmu (calf). Minnesota has lost a lot of bodies in this series, giving fringe players like Shannon Jr. more opportunities to showcase their talent. He will start in the backcourt alongside Mike Conley, while Bones Hyland is also likely to shoulder a heavier workload in Thursday's contest. Minnesota used Shannon Jr. as a starter twice during the regular season, and he looked outstanding in his most recent start, posting 26 points, four rebounds, five assists, and one steal in a 132-126 win over New Orleans on April 12.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Kyle Anderson Misses Game 6 Due to Illness
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (illness) won't be available in Game 6 against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday. He was a late addition to the injury report due to illness, and the team has now officially ruled him out. Anderson's minutes went up in Game 5 after Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) dropped out of the lineup. But he won't get a chance to build on that momentum on Thursday. Instead, we will likely see much more of Terrence Shannon Jr., especially with Ayo Dosunmu (calf) also unavailable for Game 6.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ayo Dosunmu Won't Play Thursday Night
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (calf) will sit out Thursday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. This isn't surprising, given that Minnesota added Dosunmu to the injury report Thursday morning. It's a massive blow to the team, which already lost Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) in Game 4. Now, Mike Conley, Bones Hyland (knee), and Terrence Shannon Jr. must take care of business in the backcourt. Of these players, Hyland boasts the biggest fantasy upside, but he isn't at 100 percent either, having been on the original injury report with a questionable designation.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Bones Hyland Cleared for Game 6
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Bones Hyland (knee) will play in Game 6 against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. Coming into Thursday, Hyland had a questionable tag on the injury report due to a sore left knee, but the team has since upgraded his status to available. With Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) sidelined, Hyland has an opportunity to play a more significant role for the Timberwolves. On Thursday, the team might also be without Ayo Dosunmu (calf), who was added to the injury report earlier in the day with a questionable designation. In Game 5, Hyland was among Minnesota's top scorers with 15 points, but he didn't do much else in 23 minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Bones Hyland Could Miss Game 6
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Bones Hyland (knee) is questionable for Thursday's Western Conference first-round Game 6 against Denver due to left knee soreness, adding another layer of uncertainty to a thin backcourt. With Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) already sidelined, Hyland has been in line for a larger role, making his status critical. If he sits, Mike Conley and Kyle Anderson would need to handle more playmaking, while Terrence Shannon Jr. could see a bump after scoring 15 points with two three-pointers in 14 minutes in Game 5. Shannon could be a strong DFS value if his minutes increase.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Julius Randle Leads Timberwolves With 27 Points Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle scored a team-high 27 points in Monday's 125-113 Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets. He tied Nikola Jokic for the game-high, finishing 8-for-15 from the field and 9-for-11 at the line. Randle, who made two of his four attempts from deep, also led the Timberwolves with nine rebounds and matched a team high with six assists. The three-time All-Star stepped up his game, as was expected after Minnesota lost Anthony Edwards (knee). The Timberwolves need Randle to keep up his form to close out the series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Anthony Edwards Officially Listed as Week-to-Week
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) was officially listed as week-to-week by the team ahead of Monday's Game 5 against the Denver Nuggets. He was already expected to miss multiple weeks after injuring his left knee in Game 4 on Saturday. The team is optimistic about Edwards returning in these playoffs. "We do know that if we keep extending this playoff series, he is going to come back," Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Monday morning. "And he generally comes back ahead of the timeline." With Edwards sidelined, Julius Randle and Ayo Dosunmu are set to lead the offense. His absence also boosts Mike Conley's and Bones Hyland's fantasy appeal.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Julius Randle Handed $35K Fine for His Part in Game 4 Altercation
Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle was fined $35,000 for his part in an altercation in the final seconds of Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets, ESPN's Anthony Slater reports. Minnesota blew out the Nuggets on home court, but forward Jaden McDaniels went for an uncontested layup with 1.3 seconds left in the fourth quarter. This irked Nikola Jokic, and the two teams got into an altercation on the court. Randle escalated the situation with several shoves. Both Jokic and Randle were ejected from the game. No suspensions were handed out for the incident. Losing more players is the last thing the Timberwolves need after Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) were injured in Game 5. As a result, we should see Julius Randle take on more offensive duties for the rest of the series.
Source: Anthony Slater
Source: Anthony Slater
Anthony Edwards Faces Multi-Week Absence
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) will be out of action for multiple weeks, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. The Timberwolves lost their star man to a knee injury in Saturday's win over Denver. He has been diagnosed with a bone bruise and hyperextension of his left knee. Tests on Edwards' knee revealed no ligament damage, which will be a relief for the player and team. However, Edwards must still sit out some action. He is expected to miss the rest of the first round and probably will be sidelined at the start of the second-round series as well, should Minnesota get past the Nuggets. Following Edwards' injury on Saturday night, Ayo Dosunmu erupted for a career-high 43 points and will continue to have additional offensive duties until Edwards returns. The team will also look to Julius Randle to be more of an offensive leader.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
