Jaden McDaniels News, Rumors, Updates - Minnesota Timberwolves

Bulls host the Timberwolves in cross-conference matchup

Chicago and Minnesota meet in non-conference action

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Thomas scores 30 points in return from hamstring injury as Nets top Timberwolves 123-107

Cam Thomas scored 30 points in his return after missing 20 games with a left hamstring strain, and the Brooklyn Nets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 123-107

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Nikola Jokic breaks Steph Curry's record with 18 points in OT and Nuggets set mark with 27 OT points

Nikola Jokic set an NBA record with 18 points in overtime

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Impactful in return McDaniels amassed 21 points (9-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two blocks over 40 minutes during Thursday's 142-138 overtime loss to the Nuggets.

Impact McDaniels was efficient from the field Thursday, standing out for his best scoring production in his last four matchups. The 25-year-old logged 40 minutes on the court immediately after recovering from an oblique injury that forced him to miss one game. He may now continue to feature, leaving Mike Conley back on the second unit for future contests.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available for Christmas Day McDaniels (oblique) will be available for Thursday's matchup against the Nuggets.

Impact McDaniels will be back in action following a one-game absence. Prior to suffering the injury, he was averaging 15.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.1 steals in December.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Impact McDaniels is trending toward returning from a one-game absence due to a left oblique contusion. His return would likely result in Mike Conley reverting to a rotational role off the bench. McDaniels has taken on an expanded scoring role this season, averaging a career-high 15.0 points per game along with 4.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.4 threes, 1.1 steals and 0.9 blocks over 32.3 minutes per game.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Could return Christmas Day McDaniels (oblique) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact McDaniels was unable to play against the Knicks on Tuesday, but the questionable tag gives him a chance to return for Christmas Day. If he's unable to play, then Mike Conley would likely remain in the Timberwolves' starting lineup alongside Donte DiVincenzo. In nine games since Dec. 2, McDaniels has averaged 14.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.1 threes and 1.0 steals over 33.4 minutes per game.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves' stance on Jaden McDaniels becomes crystal clear if rumors are true The Timberwolves might make a big trade, but don't expect Jaden McDaniels to go anywhere.

5 DAYS AGO • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Won't play Tuesday McDaniels (hip) won't play Tuesday against the Knicks.

Impact McDaniels was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest. His next chance to play comes Christmas Day against the Nuggets. As for Tuesday, Bones Hyland, Mike Conley and Naz Reid could be more involved for Minnesota.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves vs. Knicks injury report: Jaden McDaniels, Jalen Brunson updates & more Both the Timberwolves and Knicks have some injuries ahead of Tuesday's game.

5 DAYS AGO • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Listed as questionable McDaniels (oblique) is questionable for Monday's game against the Knicks.

Impact McDaniels left Sunday's game early and is dealing with a left oblique contusion. The questionable tag suggests that he'll be day-to-day going forward. Naz Reid could take on a larger role for Minnesota if McDaniels can't give it a go.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jaden McDaniels injured as Wolves take down Bucks for 9th win in 11 games It was far from pretty, but the Timberwolves won again and have jumped ahead of Houston in the standings.

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Edwards scores 24 as Wolves outlast Bucks 103-100 for their 9th win in 11 games

Anthony Edwards scored 24 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves rode timely 3-pointers from Donte DiVincenzo and Terrence Shannon Jr. to a 103-100 victory over Milwaukee on Sunday

DECEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Won't return Sunday McDaniels won't return to Sunday's game against the Bucks due to left hip pain.

Impact McDaniels logged just nine minutes before leaving this game for good, finishing scoreless (0-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) with one assist and one rebound. In his absence, the Timberwolves will likely lean more on Naz Reid and Bones Hyland. McDaniels can be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

DECEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden McDaniels is impressed by Anthony Edwards' superstar moments against the Thunder | Sporting News Anthony Edwards had a fantastic night against on Friday, as he led the Timberwolves in a big win against the Thunder.

DECEMBER 21 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Anthony Edwards returns with a late flourish for the Timberwolves in a clutch win over the Thunder

Anthony Edwards returned from a three-game injury absence with 26 points and 12 rebounds for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 112-107 victory over the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thun...

DECEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Jaden McDaniels' massive leap changes everything for the Timberwolves Jaden McDaniels has reached another level offensively, and it's a game-changer for the Wolves.

DECEMBER 19 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Productive in loss to Grizz McDaniels had 13 points (4-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal over 37 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 116-110 loss to Memphis.

Impact The 13 combined boards and dimes were a season high for McDaniels, while he delivered at least one steal and one block for the seventh time in his last 14 games. Over that stretch, the 25-year-old forward is averaging 13.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.3 threes and 2.2 combined steals and blocks.

DECEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 21 points in win McDaniels recorded 21 points (7-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Sunday's 117-103 win over the Kings.

Impact Sunday marked the seventh time in 2025-26 that McDaniels has scored at least 20 points. Four of those have come when Anthony Edwards (foot) was unavailable. McDaniels was cooling down a bit after a hot start to the campaign, but he remains productive while averaging 13.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks per tilt over his last 10 games.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves top Kings 117-103 without Edwards behind 24 points from Randle

Julius Randle had 24 points and nine rebounds to lead Minnesota past the Sacramento Kings 117-103 in the Timberwolves’ second straight game without star Anthony Edwards

DECEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Jaden McDaniels is quietly resurrecting a key part of the Timberwolves' offense Jaden McDaniels' breakout season has been well-discussed, but his breakout season goes further than you might realize.

DECEMBER 11 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Suns overcome Edwards' 40 points and snap Timberwolves' 5-game win streak with 108-105 victory

Mark Williams had 22 points and seven rebounds, and the Phoenix Suns overcame Anthony Edwards’ 40 points to snap the Minnesota Timberwolves’ five-game winning streak with a 108-105...

DECEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels near leap not even the Thunder are prepared for Minnesota Timberwolves standout Jaden McDaniels is making the leap on offense even the Oklahoma City Thunder fear.

DECEMBER 8 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Hits for team-high 27 in win McDaniels ended with a team-high 27 points (10-13 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), one rebound, two assists, one block and two steals across 37 minutes during Saturday's 109-106 win over the...

Impact It was McDaniels' best scoring effort since Oct. 29, when he dropped a season-high 30 on the Lakers. The 25-year-old forward also made his usual impact on the defensive end, recording at least one steal and one block for the sixth time in his last 10 games, a stretch in which he's averaging 13.8 points, 4.8 boards, 2.8 assists, 1.7 steals, 1.5 threes and 0.8 blocks while shooting 50.5 percent from the floor and 45.5 percent (15-for-33).

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Reid makes a go-ahead 3-pointer, McDaniels scores 27 and Timberwolves edge Clippers

Naz Reid made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 13 seconds remaining, Jaden McDaniels scored 27 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Clippers 109-106 on Saturday nigh...

DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

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