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OCTOBER 25 • YOUTUBE

Claimed by Suns The Suns claimed Timme off waivers Monday, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com.

Impact After being let go by Minnesota on Saturday, Timme wasn't allowed to go through waivers unclaimed without Phoenix snatching him up. With Mark Williams (shoulder) likely out through the All-Star break, Timme helps reinforce Phoenix's depth at center.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Cut by Minnesota Timme was waived by the Timberwolves on Saturday.

Impact Timme had 18 points, seven rebounds, three assists and one steal over 27 minutes in Friday's 133-116 preseason loss to the Bulls. Despite the strong showing, he couldn't land a spot with the Timberwolves. The 23-year-old appeared in 36 regular-season games for the Nets and Lakers throughout his career, averaging 5.6 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists over 13.6 minutes per contest. Timme could find work in the G League, and it's also possible his services will be needed by an NBA team during the 2026-27 campaign.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 18 points in loss Timme finished with 18 points (7-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal over 27 minutes in Friday's 133-116 preseason loss to the Bulls.

Impact The Timberwolves didn't play their core performers, so Timme got a chance to spend time on the floor. He easily had his best showing of the preseason. However, the 26-year-old will still have an uphill climb to secure a spot on the roster heading into Opening Night. Even if Timme manages to make the team, he likely will be off the floor more often than not.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves' Drew Timme move should have 76ers watching closely The Minnesota Timberwolves added Drew Timme, who should be on the Philadelphia 76ers' radar.

SEPTEMBER 27 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Signs with Minnesota Timme signed a training camp contract with the Timberwolves on Friday, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com reports.

Impact Timme was a two-way player for the Lakers in 2025-26, though Los Angeles declined to tender him a qualifying offer this offseason. He'll now compete for a spot on Minnesota's regular-season roster. The big man appeared in 27 regular-season games (one start) last season, averaging 3.4 points, 1.2 rebounds and 0.9 assists in 8.7 minutes per tilt.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Thursday Timme won't start Thursday's game against the Warriors, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

Impact With LeBron James (foot) back in the lineup following a one-game absence, Timme will retreat to the second unit. The big man isn't guaranteed meaningful playing time Thursday, and he has averaged 1.8 points across 7.4 minutes per game over his last five appearances off the bench.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to easy 123-87 win over injury-depleted Lakers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 points and eight assists, and Isaiah Joe hit six 3-pointers in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 123-87 victory over the injury-depleted Los Angeles Lakers

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Starting vs. OKC Timme will start Tuesday's game against Oklahoma City, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact The Lakers will be without multiple key contributors Tuesday, opening the door for Timme to make his first start of the season. He's averaging 3.1 points in 8.1 minutes per contest across 23 regular-season games, though he'll likely see a significant bump in minutes against the Thunder.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 23 minutes in win Timme ended Friday's 128-117 win over Indiana with four points (2-2 FG), two rebounds and one assist over 23 minutes.

Impact With the Lakers' frontcourt severely depleted due to the absences of Deandre Ayton (knee) and Maxi Kleber (back), Timme was called up from the G League and thrust into a significant rotation role. Though he wasn't asked to carry the scoring load he usually manages for South Bay, the two-way big man provided 23 minutes of play, marking his second highest minute total at the NBA level this season. While he is likely to return to a high-usage role in the G League once the parent club's veterans get healthy, he proved on Friday that he can provide reliable depth when the Lakers are thinned out.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies 14 points in return Timme logged 14 points (5-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT) and two rebounds over 20 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 136-108 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Returning from the three-game absence due to an eye injury, Timme got his biggest workload since Jan. 17 for a Lakers squad missing all five of its usual starters. The 25-year-old center will likely return to the end of the bench once Deandre Ayton (knee) is back on the court.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Wembanyama scores 37 of 40 in 1st half, leading Spurs to 136-108 win over short-handed Lakers

Victor Wembanyama scored 37 of his season high-tying 40 points in the first half and the San Antonio Spurs beat the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers 136-108 for their fifth straight...

FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

Cleared to return Timme (eye) is available to return to Monday's game against the Bulls, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Timme was knocked out of the game temporarily after taking an elbow to the eye, but he's since been given the green light to return for the second half of Monday's matchup.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Monday Timme is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Bulls due to a right eye injury, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Timme took an elbow to the face early in the second quarter and exited to the locker room after logging just 23 seconds. If he's unable to return, Jarred Vanderbilt could see a slight bump in minutes.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Exits to locker room Timme exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Bulls due to an apparent head injury, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Timme caught an elbow to the head and stayed down for an extended period before walking back to the locker room. The two-way player should be considered questionable to return until more information comes to light.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James says what all Lakers fans are thinking about Drew Timme A bright spot emerges!

JANUARY 21 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Drew Timme enters Lakers' rotation, posts career-high | Sporting News Why didn't JJ Redick use him sooner?

JANUARY 18 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Excels in garbage time Timme finished with 21 points (9-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds, four assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Saturday's 132-116 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact With the outcome of the game well in hand, the Lakers gave Timme an enhanced role with Deandre Ayton (knee) on the sidelines. The two-way Gonzaga product has put together some scintillating results in the G League, and although he'll likely find himself back with the farm team in short order, he's coming in handy during the Lakers' recent injury woes.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

It took one opportunity for G League standout to earn his place on the Lakers The Los Angeles Lakers finally gave Drew Timme a chance in the rotation, and he made an immediate impact.

JANUARY 18 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Sharpe leads Blazers to 132-116 win over the Lakers, playing without Doncic

Shaedon Sharpe had 25 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 132-116 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, who were playing without top scorer Luka Doncic

JANUARY 18 • Associated Press

Available Sunday Timme (concussion) is available for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Impact Timme has been sidelined with a concussion of late, but he will be available for Sunday's contest. Although he has not appeared in a game for the Lakers since Dec. 5, he could see some run Sunday due to Jaxson Hayes (ankle) being out of the lineup.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

In concussion protocol Timme (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Impact Timme hasn't appeared in a game for the Lakers since Dec. 5, and he may be inactive for Sunday's matchup with Sacramento due to a concussion. With Jaxson Hayes (ankle) listed as doubtful, Timme could be a step closer to playing time if available Sunday.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers' newest addition Drew Timme opens up on G League practices with LeBron James | Sporting News Timme couldn't believe who he was sharing the court with.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lakers' Drew Timme signing might have LeBron's fingerprints on It | Sporting News Was this planned all along?

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lands two-way deal The Lakers signed a two-way contract with Timme on Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Timme began the 2025-26 season in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, averaging 25.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.2 steals in his first six appearances. He'll serve as a strong depth option at center, though it's unlikely he'll see regular minutes at the NBA level.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to easy 123-87 win over injury-depleted Lakers

Victor Wembanyama scores 37 of 40 in 1st half, leading Spurs to 136-108 win over short-handed Lakers

Sharpe leads Blazers to 132-116 win over the Lakers, playing without Doncic