Head coach Chris Finch said Saturday that the Timberwolves are preparing to be without Randle "for the near future" due to a right groin strain that he suffered in Thursday's 138-113 win over the Jazz, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.
Randle played just 10 minutes Thursday before exiting the contest after straining his groin. Naz Reid will make his first start of the season Saturday against the Wizards, and the reigning Sixth Man of the Year Award winner will likely remain a member of the top unit for as long as Randle is sidelined. A clearer timeline for Randle's return should come into focus once the Timberwolves give him the green light to resume on-court work.