JORDAN MCLAUGHLIN NEWS

Suffers ankle sprain McLaughlin sustained a grade 2 right ankle sprain during off-season workouts and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Fresh off inking a one-year deal over the summer, McLaughlin's start to the season will not be what he had in mind. When healthy, he is expected to compete with Keon Ellis for the backup point guard role behind De'Aaron Fox. The 28-year-old shot a career-best 47.2 percent from three-point range across 56 games in Minnesota last season to go along with 3.5 points and 1.3 rebounds across 11.2 minutes.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 30

Gets one-year deal from Sacramento McLaughlin agreed Sunday with the Kings on a one-year contract, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.

Impact The 28-year-old spent the past five seasons with Minnesota and averaged 3.5 points, 2.0 assists and 1.3 rebounds in 11.2 minutes while shooting a career-best 47.2 percent from three-point range in 56 games in 2023-24. McLaughlin gives Sacramento an experienced reserve option at point guard behind De'Aaron Fox, though he won't necessarily be a part of head coach Mike Brown's rotation every night if the Kings staff feels that rookie first-round Devin Carter is capable of initiating the offense when Fox is off the floor.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Lackluster production in playoffs McLaughlin averaged 0.7 points, 0.7 rebounds and 0.3 assists across 4.8 minutes in six playoff appearances, shooting 22.2 percent from the field in a limited number of attempts.

Impact McLaughlin's future in Minnesota is unclear as he will head into the offseason as an unrestricted free agent. The 28-year-old has seen a decline in production every year since he got into the league after five seasons with the Timberwolves. McLaughlin averaged 3.5 points, 2.0 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 0.6 steals across a career-low 11.2 minutes in 56 regular-season games this season.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday McLaughlin (shoulder) will play in Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Impact McLaughlin is dealing with a left shoulder bruise, but he will be able to play through it Sunday. The 27-year-old pro is averaging 6.0 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 15.4 minutes per game over his last five appearances.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday McLaughlin is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bulls with a left shoulder contusion.

Impact McLaughlin's status won't matter much in fantasy hoops, as the guard usually sees minutes in the teens.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures off bench McLaughlin provided 11 points (3-3 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one steal over 22 minutes during Monday's 114-104 win over the Jazz.

Impact McLaughlin ended as one of two Timberwolves bench players with 10 or more points and as one of five players to surpass double digits, ending perfect from the field with a trio of threes to provide a spark off the bench. McLaughlin has recorded 10 or more points in three games this season, including in two of his last four contests.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Not on final injury report McLaughlin (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact McLaughlin was initially considered questionable to suit up, but he wasn't included on Minnesota's final injury report. He may get a chance in the rotation with Monte Morris (hamstring) sidelined.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday McLaughlin (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Cavaliers.

Impact McLaughlin continues to battle an illness but was upgraded to available against Indiana on Thursday. If McLaughlin is able to suit up against Cleveland, he could see increased playing time with Anthony Edwards (ankle) questionable and Monte Morris (hamstring) out.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday McLaughlin (illness) will be available for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Impact As long as Mike Conley and Monte Morris are healthy, it'll be tough for McLaughlin to earn enough minutes to make a meaningful impact in most leagues. He belongs on the waiver wire.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Thursday McLaughlin (illness) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Impact McLaughlin missed Monday's win over Portland due to an illness and still hasn't shaken the aliment. If he's ruled out again, Monte Morris and Nickeil Alexander-Walker would likely absorb a few extra minutes.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out for Monday McLaughlin (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact This marks McLaughlin's second missed contest due to illness. His next opportunity to return will arrive Thursday against the Pacers.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy due to illness McLaughlin (illness) is questionable for Monday's game versus Portland.

Impact McLaughlin hasn't been in the rotation lately, so his status won't carry many fantasy implications.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action McLaughlin is not listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact McLaughlin missed Thursday's game due to a right hip pointer, but he will return to the lineup after missing just one game. McLaughlin could see less run going forward with the recent addition of veteran guard Monte Morris.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Bucks McLaughlin (hip) will not play in Thursday's game against the Bucks.

Impact McLaughlin will be considered day-to-day going forward. Monte Morris (trade pending) will not debut Thursday, but he's expected to pick up the backup point guard minutes going forward at the expense of McLaughlin.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with hip pointer McLaughlin is questionable for Thursday's game at Milwaukee due to a right hip pointer.

Impact The Timberwolves traded for Monte Morris on Thursday, but he's not expected to be available quite yet. So, if McLaughlin is sidelined, expect Nickeil Alexander-Walker to see additional backup point guard minutes.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Vital scoring off the bench McLaughlin finished with 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt) and one assist across 14 minutes during Monday's 107-101 win over the Thunder.

Impact McLaughlin hit double-digit scoring for the first time through 26 appearances this season, stepping up with Mike Conley (hamstring) inactive Monday. Nickeil Alexander-Walker has been the starter when Conley is sidelined, but McLaughlin brings value as a true point guard with trust and familiarity in the offense.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Quality contributions in loss McLaughlin provided eight points (3-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and two steals in 13 minutes during Saturday's 102-97 loss to the Thunder. He also had no turnovers.

Impact McLaughlin entered Saturday's contest having posted zero points, four rebounds and zero assists in 15 minutes across Minnesota's past two games. McLaughlin adds a synergistic presence in the Timberwolves' backup point guard role, and while the 27-year-old hasn't settled into a rhythm this season due to knee troubles, exceeding a 10-to-20 minute role on any given night is unlikely barring injuries in the backcourt.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in rotation Friday McLaughlin produced three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and two steals across 13 minutes during Friday's 122-95 win over Houston.

Impact McLaughlin played at least 12 minutes for the third straight game, a welcome sign when compared to his season thus far. Although he can be a viable target in deeper formats when afforded meaningful minutes, his role is too unpredictable at this point. Managers should keep an eye on him, just in case he supplants Nickeil Alexander-Walker. If that does happen, McLaughlin could have some value as an assists and steals specialist.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go McLaughlin (knee) is good to go for Thursday's game against Dallas.

Impact McLaughlin returned from a lengthy absence Monday against the Pelicans, scoring three points with one assist and one steal in eight minutes. He's on the outskirts of the rotation right now, and Minnesota is getting healthier with Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels returning to action Thursday.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday McLaughlin (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against Dallas.

Impact McLaughlin returned to action Monday against the Pelicans and tallied three points, an assist and a steal in eight minutes. He's still dealing with his knee injury ahead of Thursday's matchup, but his status shouldn't significantly impact Minnesota's rotation.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play McLaughlin (knee) is active for Monday's game against New Orleans.

Impact McLaughlin was initially added to the injury report Sunday due to a knee injury, but he's since been given the green light to play if needed. He's yet to see any playing time since going down with a right MCL sprain Nov. 6, and it looks like the Timberwolves are content to ease him back into action, especially given his limited role in the team's rotation.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play McLaughlin (knee) is active for Monday's game against New Orleans.

Impact McLaughlin was initially added to the injury report Sunday due to a knee injury, but he's since been given the green light to play if needed. He's yet to see any playing time since going down with a right MCL sprain Nov. 6, and it looks like the Timberwolves are content to ease him back into action, especially given his limited role in the team's rotation.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday McLaughlin (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact McLaughlin missed 14 straight games due to a right MCL sprain but was cleared to suit up Friday versus Memphis. However, he didn't see any playing time, even with Anthony Edwards (hip) leaving the contest early. Even when fully healthy, McLaughlin isn't a regular part of the rotation, so his potential absence shouldn't impact fantasy.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active Friday McLaughlin (knee) is available for Friday's game against Memphis.

Impact McLaughlin is cleared to play in his first game since Nov. 6. However, it's unclear how much playing time he'll get, as Minnesota is close to full strength. McLaughlin is averaging just 3.8 minutes across five appearances this season.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE