Jaden McDaniels News, Rumors, Updates - Minnesota Timberwolves

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Jaden McDaniels' leap could result in something even Timberwolves fans didn't expect Jaden McDaniels is easily having his best offensive season, and it could result in something unexpected.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Fills box score in win McDaniels amassed 17 points (7-10 FG, 3-3 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 149-142 overtime win over the Pelicans.

Impact McDaniels chipped in a full stat line amid a hard-fought road victory in New Orleans. The forearm has been excellent in nine-category leagues for his efficiency and low rate of turnovers, having averaged 15.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks in 20 games this season while shooting 52.8 percent from the field.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Edwards' late layup forces OT, as Timberwolves edge Pelicans 149-142

Anthony Edwards scored 34 of his season-high 44 points in the second half, including a driving layup to force overtime, and Julius Randle scored eight points in the extra period to...

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Timberwolves need a season-changing Jaden McDaniels adjustment Jaden McDaniels showed that he has improved offensively early in the season, but the Timberwolves have failed to get him involved after this...

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Timberwolves make stance on Jaden McDaniels crystal clear in thrilling trade rumor The Timberwolves could be eyeing a big trade, but don't expect it to involve Jaden McDaniels.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Rips away four steals in loss McDaniels recorded 13 points (5-12 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists, four steals and one turnover in 40 minutes during Friday's 114-113 loss to the Suns.

Impact McDaniels was excellent in his return from a one-game absence, as he put the clamps on Devin Booker and helped hold him to 4-for-18 shooting for a season-low 16 points. This was McDaniels' third straight game with multiple steals and his sixth multi-steal performance of the season. The 25-year-old forward is off to the best start of his career, posting top-40 numbers behind averages of 17.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.7 triples, 1.2 steals and 1.2 blocks per game.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play McDaniels (wrist) will be available for Friday's game in Phoenix.

Impact McDaniels should see his usual minutes in his return from a one-game absence, so make sure you've got him active. With McDaniels back in action, Mike Conley will likely head back to the second unit and Jaylen Clark's minutes could dip a bit.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday McDaniels (wrist) is questionable for Friday's game against the Suns.

Impact McDaniels is in danger of missing his second straight game due to a left wrist sprain. The team could have a better idea of his availability for Friday following morning shootaround.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Randle has 32 points and the Timberwolves hold off the Wizards 120-109

Julius Randle had 32 points and 10 rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves held off a late rally by the Washington Wizards for a 120-109 victory on Wednesday night

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels (wrist) misses his 1st game in nearly 2 years The Minnesota forward played in 188 straight games, including the postseason, before being sidelined tonight.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • NBA.COM

Timberwolves' McDaniels misses his first game in nearly two years because of a sprained wrist

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels has been ruled out of the team’s game against Washington because of a sprained left wrist, his first absence in nearly two years

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out Wednesday McDaniels (wrist) won't play Wednesday against the Wizards.

Impact McDaniels will sit out for the first time this season. The Timberwolves are calling his injury a sprain, but the fact that he was listed as questionable suggests that he will be day-to-day moving forward. With McDaniels out, Naz Reid could take on a larger role and Jaylen Clark is a candidate to see more minutes.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves vs. Wizards injury report: Jaden McDaniels, Alex Sarr updates and more The Timberwolves and Wizards face off on Wednesday night. However, both teams have two key players on the injury report.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

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