Thu May 23 | 10:32 | Naz Reid Records Full Line In Game 1 Defeat |
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid had a busy night off the bench in Wednesday's Game 1 against Dallas, recording 15 points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in a 108-105 loss. Reid demonstrated perfectly why he was voted the Sixth Man of the Year, making an impact in all areas across 24 minutes of action. He finished with 5-for-9 shooting, going 3-for-6 with the three-ball. Reid's numbers have dropped in the playoffs, along with his playing time, but that's now three efforts in four games with 10-plus points from him. Minnesota will need more of the same in the battle against Dallas' well-equipped frontcourt. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Apr 24 | 23:04 | Naz Reid Named Sixth Man Of The Year |
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid was named the Sixth Man of the Year for the 2023-24 season on Wednesday. Reid, who signed a three-year, $42 million extension with the club last offseason, averaged a career-high 13.5 points and 5.2 rebounds while shooting 41.4% from deep in 81 appearances. Without question, he will play a vital role in Minnesota's rotation for years to come, and his fantasy stock will be significantly higher heading into the 2024-25 campaign after capturing the award. |
Source: NBA Communications | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Mar 22 | 20:00 | Naz Reid Good To Go Friday |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (head) is available for Friday's contest with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Wolves center Rudy Gobert (rib) is also good to go. With the two big men available, Kyle Anderson and Jaden McDaniels could see their minutes reduced in the rotation. Having Reid and Gobert suit up provides Minnesota with some balance up front with Karl Anthony Towns long-term absence (knee). |
Source: Serena Winters | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Mar 21 | 19:28 | Naz Reid Listed As Questionable For Friday |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (head) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The big man is in danger of missing another game after suffering a head injury during Monday's game. The Wolves could be thin at the center spot with Rudy Gobert (rib) also listed as questionable for Thursday. The good news is that both players were able to participate during Thursday's shootaround. If they sit, Kyle Anderson and Jaden McDaniels would be asked to play bigger minutes in the rotation. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday for another update. |
Source: Dane Moore | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Mar 19 | 18:58 | Naz Reid Won't Play On Tuesday |
According to ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (head) won't play on Tuesday versus Denver. Reid was initially listed as questionable for the game after he injured his head in Monday's matchup against Utah. He comes out of the lineup for the first time this season. Reid's absence is a fresh blow for Minnesota's injury-hit frontcourt, although Rudy Gobert (ribs) could still be available on Tuesday. |
Source: Tim MacMahon | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Mar 19 | 15:49 | Naz Reid Officially Questionable |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (head) is officially listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. After leaving Monday's victory over the Utah Jazz with a head injury, Reid's status remains unclear on the second night of Minnesota's back-to-back. Since Rudy Gobert (ribs) is also uncertain to play, the T-Wolves may have no choice but to use forwards Jaden McDaniels and Kyle Anderson as their primary centers in a daunting task against superstar Nikola Jokic and company. Former Iowa standout Luka Garza could be the last traditional big man standing, but he hasn't started a game since the 2021-22 campaign with the Detroit Pistons. It's still worth mentioning that in five career games as a starter, Garza is generating 11.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.0 three-pointers in 27.8 minutes per contest. |
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves Public Relations | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Mar 19 | 09:10 | Naz Reid Uncertain For Tuesday Following Monday's Exit |
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid exited Monday's contest against Utah with a head injury, leaving his status for Tuesday's matchup versus Denver up in the air. Reid was hurt near the end of the first half when he took a hit to the back of the head from John Collins. It was a big first half for Reid, as he collected 17 points, four rebounds, and one block in 17 minutes. With Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) and Rudy Gobert (ribs) already on the shelf, the Timberwolves went small in the second half and started Nickeil Alexander-Walker in Reid's place. Alexander-Walker produced a nice all-around line in the game and could have a significant part to play again on Tuesday. Luka Garza was limited to 11 minutes on Monday but could have a much bigger role to play on Tuesday, with Minnesota needing to slow down ... [ More] |
Source: Bally Sports North | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jan 19 | 11:19 | Naz Reid Has Quality Outing |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid made easy work of the Memphis Grizzlies defense during Thursday's game. The big man looked consistent all night long as he shot 8-of-13 from the floor for 20 points. Reid also added three rebounds, one assist, and two steals in the win over Memphis. This 20-point outing was his highest scoring outing since December 30 against the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite coming off the bench, Reid has done enough to warrant being rostered in most fantasy formats right now. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Nov 12 2023 | 19:21 | Naz Reid Upgraded To Available On Sunday |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (neck) was originally listed as questionable for the team's matchup against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday but he was officially upgraded to available and he will play. The 24-year-old has been a big part of the team's success as the primary backup big man. He's seeing the most minutes per contest of his career so far this season and has turned that into a career-high mark in points, but outside of that he's only contributed a bit on the boards. He's more fantasy-relevant in deeper leagues, but he'll serve as a great streaming option whenever Karl-Anthony Towns or Rudy Gobert miss any time. |
Source: Jon Krawczynski | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Oct 5 2023 | 19:21 | Naz Reid Has Impressive Showing On Thursday |
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid had a productive showing in Thursday's preseason victory over the Mavericks. The 24-year-old, who underwent wrist surgery in March, showed no signs of residual rust, scoring 16 points off 6-for-14 shooting from the field while adding seven boards. It's obvious the Timberwolves have big plans for Reid, considering the team re-signed him to a three-year, $42 million contract during the offseason. While Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert will start this season, assuming they stay healthy, Reid should see enough minutes to remain a double-double threat whenever he's on the floor. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Aug 16 2023 | 10:05 | Naz Reid Confident Of Thriving Under Bigger Expectations |
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid is eager to prove that he is well worthy of his three-year, $42 million extension. "Bigger role, bigger expectations," Reid told The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski. "So I'm definitely going to show I've improved, in every facet of the game, maturity, basketball or whatever the case may be. Higher pay comes higher responsibility. This is what comes with it. So I'm ready for it." The 23-year-old averaged only 18.4 minutes and started just 11 games for Minnesota last term, but he was still able to post career-high marks with 11.5 points and 4.9 rebounds. He sounds ready to do a lot more for the team, although Reid's situation in Minneapolis is a bit complicated due to the presence of frontcourt stars Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns. |
Source: Jon Krawczynski | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Jun 25 2023 | 22:22 | Naz Reid Signs Three-Year Extension With Minnesota |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid will remain with the team for at least two more seasons, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. He and the team agreed to an extension with a player option in the third year worth $42 million. The 23-year-old put in one of his best seasons yet and was expected to have a hot free-agent market. Last year, Reid averaged 11.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists while shooting 53.7% from the floor. He'll still be the third big man in the rotation, however, unless they move either Karl-Anthony Towns or Rudy Gobert. |
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Jun 1 2023 | 11:28 | Naz Reid Linked With Move To Lakers |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid is attracting interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, sources have told Peter Dewey of the Lakers Daily. Reid is set to be an unrestricted free agent in the offseason after spending four years with the Timberwolves. The 23-year-old averaged career-highs of 11.5 points and 4.5 rebounds this season in just 18.4 minutes of action. Reid has proven himself as a very productive performer, but he's been stuck behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert in Minneapolis, and it might not be easy for the Timberwolves to lure him back. However, the Lakers definitely won't be the only team interested in Reid's services if he moves on. |
Source: Peter Dewey | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 27 2023 | 18:29 | Naz Reid Likely To Receive Extension |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid has exceeded expectations this season and earned himself a nice contract extension in the future. Team president Tim Connelly recently said he wants Reid here for a long time. Head coach Chris Finch said extending Reid is a high priority for them. Reid averaged career-highs in points (11.5) and rebounds (4.9), while averaging 1.1 assists in 68 games this past season. The 23-year-old is set to become a free agent this summer. Although, it sounds like the Wolves want to keep Reid around long term. |
Source: Jon Krawczynski | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Mar 31 2023 | 09:26 | Naz Reid Set To Miss Significant Amount Of Time |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (wrist) received some unfortunate news as tests found that he fractured his wrist and he will now miss a "significant" amount of time, as reported by The Athletic's Shams Charania. Reid filled in admirably during the lengthy absence of Karl-Anthony Towns, and he was in the midst of the best season of his career so far. He averaged 11.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game, and he's set to become a free agent after this season. |
Source: Shams Charania | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Mar 23 2023 | 10:17 | Naz Reid Leads Timberwolves In Scoring Off Of The Bench |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid caught fire on Wednesday night and never looked back as he helped the team grab a one-point victory over the Atlanta Hawks. The 23-year-old played almost 26 minutes off of the bench despite Karl-Anthony Towns returning and he posted 26 points, eight rebounds, and two steals while shooting 11-for-15 overall and 2-for-4 from deep. His fantasy value will likely take a hit now that Towns is back, but with Anthony Edwards (ankle) out, he could still see some more opportunities as they seem committed to their big lineups. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Mar 19 2023 | 22:52 | Naz Reid Is Questionable On Monday |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (calf) is questionable for Monday's game versus the New York Knicks due to left calf soreness. The 23-year-old could be in line for bigger minutes if he does play and Rudy Gobert (ankle) has to sit on the sidelines. The issue is that he's also uncertain to play which would leave Kyle Anderson, Jaden McDaniels, and Luka Garza to pick up the pieces of the frontcourt. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Mar 18 2023 | 13:58 | Naz Reid Uncertain For Saturday's Game In Toronto |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (calf) is questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup in Toronto. Rudy Gobert (ankle) carries the same tag, so Reid could find himself in the starting lineup versus the Raptors. If that's the case, he'll be a popular target for DFS managers while earning a must-start designation in all fantasy setups. However, if Gobert and Reid are out, Nathan Knight may see more minutes than usual, although he's a risky fantasy option, no matter his role. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Mar 15 2023 | 14:29 | Naz Reid Could Miss Another Game Wednesday |
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (calf) could be out for a second consecutive game, with the team regarding him as questionable for Wednesday's clash with Boston. He was a late scratch for Monday's meeting with Atlanta due to a sore left calf. Reid has drawn a lot of attention when Rudy Gobert has been forced to sit out games, but he's also done well lately with the French giant still in the lineup. Across his last seven appearances, Reid has averaged 13.9 points with 6.3 rebounds. Luka Garza produced 14 points and three boards in 18 minutes as Gobert's backup Monday. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Mar 2 2023 | 12:52 | LaMelo Ball Post-Mortem: Fantasy Basketball Impact |
On Tuesday, the Charlotte Hornets made it official when they shut down their star guard LaMelo Ball for the remainder of the 2022-2023 NBA season.Many fantasy managers' worst fears were realized when Ball's non-contact injury in Monday night's game against Detroit turned out to be a fractured ankle. Charlotte's season was already lost, but fantasy managers were hoping to get a few more weeks from Ball who, when healthy, was putting up huge numbers this season.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news.  2022-2023 Season RecapLaMelo Ball will finish his third NBA season with the following numbers. 23.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 4.0 3PM, 1.3 STL, 0.3 BLK, 3.6 TO, 41.1% FG%, 83.6% FT%He played in only 36 games this year and is currently 32nd overall in per-game value for 9-cat in Basketball Monster's player ratings.When he was on the floor, he was a triple-double threat on a nightly basis. His talent is undeniable. Just look at what he did to the Spurs only a few weeks before getting hurt. |