Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Double-doubles in win over LAL
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McDaniels closed with 16 points (6-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and one steal over 38 minutes during Sunday's 116-113 victory over the Lakers in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
The fifth-year forward led the Timberwolves in rebounding as he delivered his first career playoff double-double. McDaniels has been productive during the series, averaging 19.8 points, 7.3 boards, 1.8 assists, 1.5 threes and 1.0 steals through four games as Minnesota looks to punch its ticket to the Western Conference Semifinals on Wednesday.
McDaniels ended Friday's 116-104 win over the Lakers in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs with 30 points (13-22 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two steals in 38 minutes.
McDaniels had it going on the offensive end, scoring a season-high 30 points as the Timberwolves took a 2-1 lead in the series. While his scoring remains somewhat inconsistent, McDaniels has become a far more polished offensive player this season, averaging a career-high 12.5 points per game. Minnesota will be hoping for another strong performance when the two teams meet again in Game 4 on Sunday.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Shooting woes in defeat
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McDaniels logged eight points (3-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 94-85 loss to the Lakers in Game 2 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
McDaniels exploded during Game 1, scoring a team-high 25 points and grabbing nine rebounds while helping Minnesota take a 1-0 lead in this series. However, Tuesday's loss was a different story, as he couldn't get going offensively, with Los Angeles clamping down on him defensively.
McDaniels accumulated 25 points (11-13 FG, 3-3 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists and one steal across 33 minutes during Saturday's 117-95 win over the Lakers in Game 1 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
McDaniels returned to form at just the right time, helping the Timberwolves to a vital Game 1 victory. It was the first time in the past 14 games that McDaniels has scored at least 20 points, continuing what has been an otherwise strong season. The series will continue Tuesday, with Minnesota looking to secure another road victory.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Struggles in loss
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McDaniels totaled six points (3-7 FG), one rebound, one assist and one block over 22 minutes during Monday's 119-103 loss to Indiana.
McDaniels has struggled in two of the last three games for Minnesota, finishing in single digits after scoring in double digits in 22 straight games. However, the 24-year-old forward is averaging career-high numbers in points (12.6), rebounds (5.9), assists (2.1) and steals (1.4) this season for the Timberwolves.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Continues to surge as scorer
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McDaniels recorded 20 points (8-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 27 minutes during Sunday's 128-102 victory over Utah.
Although he's been a consistent presence on the defensive side of the floor all season, fantasy managers have to be particularly pleased with McDaniels' growth as a scorer lately. The 24-year-old forward has scored in double figures in 21 consecutive outings. Over 13 games following the All-Star break, McDaniels has averaged 18.1 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.7 steals, 0.8 blocks and 1.5 three-pointers in 35.3 minutes.
McDaniels produced 11 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and three steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 118-111 win over Orlando.
McDaniels continued his breakout season, turning in yet another strong two-way performance. He has been arguably the most consistent player for Minnesota over the past two months. In 29 games during that span, he is averaging 16.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.6 steals, 1.0 blocks and 1.4 three-pointers.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Season-high four rejections Tuesday
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McDaniels registered 17 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists, four blocks and two steals in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 126-112 victory over the 76ers.
It was another dazzling defensive effort from McDaniels, who supplemented his usual pilfers with a season high in rejections. The fifth-year forward has recorded multiple steals in five straight games and seven of the last 10, averaging 17.1 points, 7.4 boards, 2.8 assists, 1.7 steals, 1.3 threes and 0.9 blocks over that span.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Double-double vs. Utah
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McDaniels amassed 20 points (9-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt), 10 rebounds, five assists and two steals across 35 minutes during Friday's 117-116 loss to Utah.
McDaniels finished second on the Timberwolves in both points and rebounds Friday behind Naz Reid (27 points and 11 rebounds). McDaniels was averaging 10.5 points per game up until Jan. 31, but the fifth-year forward has taken on an increased scoring role as of late. He has recorded three double-doubles over his last four games, and he has averaged 18.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.3 steals over 37.1 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Nears double-double in defeat
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McDaniels recorded 15 points (6-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, two steals and one assist across 37 minutes during Thursday's 111-102 loss to the Lakers.
McDaniels finished as the club's third-leading scorer Thursday, though he was fairly inefficient in the loss. Additionally, the fifth-year pro recorded multiple steals for the 25th time this season. The 24-year-old has scored at least 15 points in each of his last five outings, during which he has averaged 20.2 points, 8.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 39.6 minutes per game.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Leads big comeback in OT win
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McDaniels racked up a team-high 27 points (9-16 FG, 9-9 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two steals across 42 minutes during Monday's 131-128 overtime win over Oklahoma City.
The Timberwolves were down by 22 points heading into the fourth quarter, but McDaniels helped fuel a massive comeback that he capped by scoring five straight points inside the final minute of regulation to force OT. The double-double was his seventh of the season, but four of them have come in February as he's taken full advantage of the absence of Julius Randle (groin), including one in each end of a back-to-back set against the Thunder. Through 11 games in February, McDaniels is averaging 18.6 points, 8.3 boards, 2.9 assists, 1.3 threes, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Double-doubles in loss
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McDaniels contributed 17 points (5-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block in 40 minutes during Sunday's 130-123 loss to the Thunder.
With Donte DiVincenzo (toe), Julius Randle (groin) and Rudy Gobert (neck) all battling injuries, Minnesota is very shorthanded these days. McDaniels has been logging a ton of minutes as a result, and his usage is up as well. Over his last five games, McDaniels has produced averages of 15.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.2 steals, 1.0 blocks and 1.4 three-pointers.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Hits for 21 in Houston
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McDaniels racked up 21 points (7-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals in 42 minutes during Friday's 121-115 loss to the Rockets.
The fifth-year forward was productive once again as Julius Randle (groin) remained sidelined coming out of the All-Star break. McDaniels has scored more than 20 points in five of nine February contests, averaging 17.9 points, 7.6 boards, 3.0 assists, 1.4 threes, 1.3 steals and 1.1 blocks on the month, but his usage figures to decline as soon as Randle is cleared to get back in the lineup.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Hits for 21 in Thursday's win
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McDaniels accumulated 21 points (9-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and five assists in 37 minutes during Thursday's 116-101 victory over the Thunder.
The fifth-year forward has found an extra level of consistency in February. McDaniels has scored in double digits in eight straight games to begin the month, averaging 17.5 points, 7.8 boards, 3.0 assists, 1.5 threes, 1.3 steals and 1.1 blocks while shooting 50.0 percent from the floor. His surge in productivity has come while Julius Randle (groin) has been sidelined, and McDaniels will likely see his usage and shot volume decline significantly once Randle is cleared to return.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Pops for 22 in Monday's loss
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McDaniels finished Monday's 116-114 loss to the Kings with 22 points (8-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal across 36 minutes.
After scoring 23 points Saturday against the Wizards, McDaniels topped 20 again, marking the first time all season he's delivered 20-plus points in back-to-back contests. Since Donte DiVincenzo (toe) was shut down in mid-January, McDaniels has seen his workload and usage increase and he's averaged 14.7 points, 7.8 boards, 2.1 assists, 2.0 steals, 1.5 threes and 1.2 blocks in 36.3 minutes over the last 10 games.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Big double-double Saturday
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McDaniels closed with 23 points (8-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists, one block and four steals across 40 minutes during Saturday's 105-103 loss to the Wizards.
With Anthony Edwards (illness) and Julius Randle (groin) both in street clothes and Naz Reid (finger) exiting Saturday's game in the third quarter, McDaniels wound up leading Minnesota in scoring en route to his fourth double-double of the season. The fifth-year forward has scored in double digits in nine of the last 10 contests while playing a massive 36.3 minutes a game, averaging 13.9 points, 7.5 boards, 2.3 assists, 2.0 steals, 1.5 threes and 1.1 blocks over that stretch and shooting 52.5 percent from the floor and 40.5 percent from long distance. Randle seems likely to miss a week or more, so McDaniels figures to continue seeing elevated usage in the short term.
McDaniels registered 10 points (3-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one block and four steals in 33 minutes during Monday's 100-92 win over the Hawks.
McDaniels contributed on both ends of the floor, continuing what might be considered the best run of his career. He has scored double digits in seven straight games, averaging 14.0 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.0 steals, 1.4 blocks and 1.4 three-pointers in 36.4 minutes per game. As the Timberwolves continue to push their way back up the standings, the hope is that McDaniels can maintain his current production.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Big game with career-high 27 points
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McDaniels logged 27 points (10-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 6-8 FT), eight boards, four steals and three blocks in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 115-114 win over the Mavericks.
The fifth-year forward was the x-factor in his team's narrow victory, finishing the game as the team leader in points, rebounds, steals and blocks (tied with Rudy Gobert). His 27 points also marked a new career high. His efficiency from the field and defensive contributions were just the cherries on top of this career-best fantasy performance. He'll look to stay hot Saturday against the Nuggets.
McDaniels produced 11 points (5-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals over 42 minutes during Monday's 108-106 loss to the Grizzlies.
McDaniels recorded his third double-double of the season Monday, but his impact went beyond what he accomplished as a scorer and rebounder since he also delivered a combined four steals-plus-blocks. McDaniels seems to be trending in the right direction as a scoring weapon as well, and he's tallied double-digit points in five of his last six appearances.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Makes defensive impact Monday
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McDaniels racked up eight points (3-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and one block across 30 minutes during Monday's 120-106 victory over the Wizards.
Although McDaniels didn't make a major impact in the scoring department Monday, he came down with eight boards and a swat to give the Wolves a boost on the defensive end of the floor. The 24-year-old forward remains a locked-in starter in Minnesota, and he's a solid source of defensive stats while averaging 11.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.4 steals, 0.9 blocks and 1.7 threes across his last seven outings.
