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Towns registered 22 points (9-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Friday's 107-103 loss to Boston.

That's now back-to-back double-doubles to begin the campaign for the star big man, who led the Knicks in scoring. After getting into foul trouble during Tuesday's Opening Night loss to the 76ers, it was encouraging to see Towns be able to stay on the floor more consistently Friday.

da Silva notched five points (2-9 FG, 1-7 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 29 minutes during Friday's 115-93 loss to the Timberwolves.

It wasn't a great outing for da Silva, unable to replicate what he did during the season opener. His playing time remains solid, logging 29 minutes off the bench in this one. However, as a player whose overall value is built on points and threes, the off-nights tend to hurt a little more. At this point, da Silva should be viewed as more of a stream-level player, as opposed to someone who needs to be rostered.

Bridges racked up zero points (0-8 FG, 0-5 3Pt), one rebound, four assists and one steal in 22 minutes during Friday's 107-103 loss to the Celtics.

It was a brutal showing by Bridges, who watched as sixth man Miles McBride went off for 20 points off the bench. Bridges has now gone just 2-for-16 from the field and 0-for-7 from beyond the arc through two games on the young season, and the Knicks showed Friday they're willing to ride a hot hand in McBride when applicable.

Missi won't return to Friday's game against the Jazz due to a left knee injury.

Missi needed to be helped to the locker room after colliding with Zion Williamson, and while we don't know the extent of this knee injury, getting ruled out so quickly is not encouraging. If he needs to miss time, Derik Queen and Herbert Jones would benefit.

Edwards produced 15 points (5-23 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and four steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 115-93 victory over Orlando.

After a red-hot opening game, Edwards came crashing back to earth Friday, shooting just 5-of-23 from the field. While it wasn't his night offensively, he did manage to record a game-high four steals, salvaging what was otherwise an underwhelming effort. The fact that Minnesota easily accounted for Orlando despite Edwards' struggles bodes well for the season ahead. As for Edwards, he will look to get back on track in what promises to be a mouthwatering matchup against the Raptors on Sunday.

McDaniels had 15 points (6-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 30 minutes during Friday's 115-93 victory over Orlando.

McDaniels was productive on both ends of the floor, helping Minnesota to its second straight comfortable victory. Through two games, it's clear that McDaniels is going to play a key role for the Timberwolves, both on offense and defense. While there will almost certainly be an element of inconsistency, McDaniels should settle in as a plug-and-play mid-round asset moving forward.

Duren (thigh) exited Friday's 128-111 win over the Heat in the second quarter and did not return, finishing with four points (2-4 FG), six rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block across 10 minutes.

Duren was deemed questionable to return with a right thigh injury after exiting to the locker room, and he never checked back in. If the big man is forced to miss additional time, Paul Reed would likely step into the starting five. Duren's next chance to play will come Sunday at Philadelphia.

Beringer ended Friday's 115-93 win over the Magic with nine points (4-8 FG, 1-2 FT) and nine rebounds over 15 minutes.

Beringer came within a whisker of his first double-double of the season, providing Minnesota with serviceable production as the backup center. It's been a modest start to the campaign for the sophomore, having now assumed the role of primary backup behind Rudy Gobert. Assuming Gobert remains healthy, Beringer should be considered nothing more than a rebound and blocks streamer.

Missi was helped to the locker room in the second quarter of Friday's game against the Jazz due to an apparent left leg injury, Shreyas Laddha of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Zion Williamson appeared to collide with Missi's leg, and the 22-year-old center required assistance getting back to the locker room. If he's unable to return, Derik Queen figures to see increased playing time the rest of the way.

Tatum tallied 36 points (14-26 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists and three steals across 37 minutes in Friday's 107-103 win over the Knicks.

After shooting just 6-for-23 from the field and scoring 13 points in Tuesday's season-opening loss to Detroit, Tatum bounced back in a major way Friday. The star forward wasn't shy about hunting his shot and finished with a game-high 36 points, 25 of which came in the second half. The 28-year-old also led the Celtics in rebounds, assists and steals in a well-rounded effort.