Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Delivers well-rounded line
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Anderson submitted nine points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one block in 36 minutes in Monday's 118-111 overtime loss to the Kings.
Though Anderson's production didn't stand out in any one area Monday, his ability to contribute across the board continues to make him an appealing back-end roster piece in 12-team category leagues while he continues to see sizable minutes. The veteran forward appeared in 15 of 16 contests for the Timberwolves in January, shooting 52.6 percent from the field and 75 percent from the charity stripe on the month while averaging 10.4 points, 5.6 assists, 5.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers in 30.4 minutes per game. The 30-minute role should be obtainable for Anderson so long as he stays healthy and Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) remains sidelined for the foreseeable future.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Nails three triples
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Anderson had 10 points (3-6 FG, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and two steals across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 111-102 victory over the Pelicans.
Anderson finished in double figures for the first time in a week, and he also made his mark on the defensive end by notching a pair of blocks and steals. His scoring has been inconsistent over the last three games, but he's secured at least one block and one steal in six of his last seven matchups.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Limited by foul trouble in loss
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Anderson amassed two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one assist across 12 minutes during Monday's 119-114 loss to the Rockets.
Due almost entirely to early foul trouble -- he picked up five fouls in roughly nine minutes of action -- Anderson saw his fewest minutes since leaving the second game of the season early with an injury. Over his past two contests, he's totaled just two points (1-10 FG), seven rebounds and three assists after he averaged 12.0 points, 7.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists in 32.4 minutes across his previous five appearances. Anderson's recent slump is certainly concerning, but playing time hasn't been the issue. Over his last 11 games, he's averaging north of 32 minutes per contest. Barring another foul-plagued night, Anderson's workload should return to its normal level Wednesday at New Orleans.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Another strong performance in win
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Anderson logged 20 points (8-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one block across 34 minutes during Thursday's 128-126 victory over the Raptors.
Anderson was tremendous in the victory, continuing what has been an exceptional run over the past two weeks. Despite scoring only 11.1 points per game over that period, he has been able to put up second-round value in 12-team nine-category formats. While he's headed for some regression considering that he's shooting an unsustainable 63.5 percent from the field over that two-week stretch, he's a clear must-roster player in category leagues at the moment.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Flirts with triple-double
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Anderson racked up 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists, one block and four steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 122-118 loss to Denver.
Anderson's value spiked initially when Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) was injured, but with Rudy Gobert (groin) also sidelined, Anderson's fantasy vale has gone through the roof. The veteran was unable to break away from the crowded depth chart in Memphis, but his outstanding play in relief will win him more minutes with the Timberwolves, even after Minnesota's big men return to action.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Triple-double in loss
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Anderson posted 13 points (6-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt), 11 rebounds, 10 assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Monday's 126-125 loss to the Jazz.
Anderson came through with his second career triple-double Monday, setting a new season high in rebounds in the process while shooting efficiently from the field. While the Timberwolves typically don't count on Anderson for anything more than complementary scoring, his ability to fill it up in just about every other category should make him a viable option in 12-team leagues while he's continuing to see around 30 minutes per game.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Brings defense in win
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Anderson finished with four points (2-2 FG, 0-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists, three blocks and two steals across 28 minutes in Saturday's 110-102 win over the Cavaliers.
Anderson's output on the offensive end was nothing to write home about, but his production in the defensive categories was a welcome sight for fantasy managers who streamed him in. Though he won't be counted on to shoulder heavy usage in the continued absence of Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) and potentially Rudy Gobert -- who exited early Saturday with a groin injury -- Anderson should be locked into ample minutes while he's healthy and is capable of offering solid across-the-board contributions.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Starting against Cavs
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Anderson (illness) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.
Anderson was deemed a game-time call, but he will reclaim his place in the starting lineup. He's averaging 10.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game as a starter.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Deemed questionable to face Cavs
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Anderson is considered a question mark for Saturday's game versus the Cavaliers due to an illness.
Anderson returned from illness to play Friday, but it's possible he's not entirely over the bug yet. Still, he hasn't been ruled out, so it will be worth monitoring his status ahead of the 8 PM ET tipoff. If Anderson can't go, Austin Reaves seems the likely option to slot back into the starting five.
Anderson posted 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one block across 32 minutes during Friday's 121-116 win over Phoenix.
Anderson returned from a one-game absence, moving straight back into the starting lineup. While the playing time was certainly encouraging, the production was not so inspiring. Since Karl-Anthony Towns went down with a calf injury, Anderson has been a regular in the opening unit, putting up top-100 value over the past month. While he typically scores fewer than 10 points per night, his ability to contribute across multiple categories makes him a viable asset, even in 12-team formats.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Active and starting
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Anderson (illness) will play and start in Friday's game against the Suns.
Anderson will return from a single-game absence due to illness to face off against the Suns on Friday. His availability knocks Austin Rivers out of the starting unit and could spell fewer minutes for Taurean Prince and Naz Reid.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Game-time call
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Anderson (illness) will be a game-time decision for Friday's meeting with Phoenix, Dane Moore reports.
Anderson missed Wednesday's game with a non-COVID illness and is at risk of missing a second consecutive tilt Friday. His status will likely come down to how he feels going through pre-game warmups. If he sits, Austin Rivers would likely remain in the starting five.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Classified as questionable Friday
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Anderson (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's tilt versus the Suns.
Anderson popped up on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's clash with the Pistons and was ultimately ruled out because of the bug. It doesn't appear he's quite over the issue yet, so it will be worth monitoring how his status progresses over the day Friday. Austin Rivers could line up for another start if Anderson can't go.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Won't play due to illness
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Anderson (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Pistons.
Anderson was a late addition to the injury report Wednesday and will ultimately be sidelined due to an illness. Austin Rivers has been inserted into the starting lineup in Anderson's place, but Taurean Prince and Naz Reid also figure to see increased roles off the bench.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Late addition to injury report
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Anderson has been downgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game at Detroit due to an illness.
With Anthony Edwards (hip) also questionable, the Timberwolves may be shorthanded on the wing. Absences to one or both players could mean more minutes for Jaylen Nowell, Austin Rivers, Taurean Prince and Jaden McDaniels.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Steps up with Russell, Reid out
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Anderson finished with 19 points (6-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight assists, four rebounds and three steals across 31 minutes in Monday's 124-111 win over the Nuggets.
While D'Angelo Russell (illness) and Naz Reid (back) joined Karl-Anthony Towns (calf), Taurean Prince (shoulder) and Jordan McLaughlin (calf) among Minnesota players who weren't available Monday, Anderson stepped into a heightened role on the offensive end. He took on a usage rate greater than 20 percent for just the fourth time all season and came through with strong returns in the points and assists categories, doing so while shooting efficiently from all three areas and committing just one turnover. If Russell is back in action Wednesday against the Trail Blazers, Anderson will lose out on some playmaking opportunities, but he should continue to handle around a 30-minute-per-game role while Minnesota is still without some key contributors in the frontcourt.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Active Saturday
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Anderson (back) will play and start in Saturday's matchup with the Pistons.
Anderson returned from a five-game absence Friday as he continues to deal with back spasms. He managed to start in his return and logged seven points and four assists across 23 minutes. He should be in line for a similar workload Saturday.
Anderson (back) is questionable Saturday against the Pistons.
Anderson returned from a five-game absence Friday against the Bucks and logged seven points, a rebound and four assists in 23 minutes. However, he's still dealing with back spasms ahead of the second half of the back-to-back set, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up against Detroit.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Quiet in return Friday
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Anderson had seven points (3-5 FG, 1-3 FT), one rebound and four assists in 23 minutes during Friday's 123-114 loss to Milwaukee.
Anderson returned after missing five straight games with a back injury, sliding straight into the starting lineup. While he was able to play for 23 minutes, it did not translate into tangible production. Until Karl-Anthony Towns returns from his calf injury, Anderson is likely to remain a key piece for the Timberwolves. He is worth considering if you need a player who can chip in across multiple categories, albeit on low volume.
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Timberwolves' Kyle Anderson: Starting in return
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Anderson will start Friday's game against the Bucks.
Anderson will join the starting five after missing five games with a back injury, replacing Austin Rivers. In 25 appearances, he has averaged 7.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.1 steals in 24.3 minutes per game.
