Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Struggles in Game 5 loss
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McDaniels closed Wednesday's 124-94 loss to the Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals with five points (2-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes.
For the second game in this series, McDaniels failed to score double-digit points as the Timberwolves were eliminated from the playoffs. Still, the 24-year-old forward was efficient from outside in the series against the Thunder, converting 42.3 percent of his 5.2 three-point attempts per contest. McDaniels displayed impressive availability this year, making 82 regular-season appearances and averaging 12.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.3 steals in 31.9 minutes.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Steps up in Game 4
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McDaniels notched 22 points (9-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and four steals in 31 minutes during Monday's 128-126 loss to the Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.
McDaniels turned in an impressive shooting performance Monday night after being held to 10 points in Saturday's Game 3. He also made his presence known on the defensive end of the court by racking up a team-high four steals. The Washington product has now put up 22 points in two of his last three matchups, and his team will need more of the same in Game 5 to extend this series.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Fouls out in 24 minutes
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McDaniels recorded seven points (3-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 24 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 114-88 loss to the Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.
Minnesota tried to cover Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with McDaniels, and that's likely to be the plan for the duration of this series, but it didn't work out Tuesday with the forward fouling out in 24 minutes. Apart from Tuesday's game, McDaniels has been excellent through 11 postseason games with 14.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.8 blocks and 1.4 steals on 55.6 percent shooting from the field.
McDaniels totaled 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 40 minutes during Monday's 117-110 Game 4 victory over the Warriors.
McDaniels tracked down 12 of his 13 rebounds on the defensive end of the court to secure his second double-double of the playoffs. He also contributed on the offensive end by scoring in double figures for a fourth straight matchup. McDaniels continues to find a way to make an impact for the Timberwolves, averaging 13.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.8 blocks so far this series.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Scores in double digits once again
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McDaniels registered 15 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 42 minutes during Saturday's 102-97 win over the Warriors in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle led the way for the Timberwolves in this Game 3 victory, but McDaniels' typically well-rounded contributions were essential as well. The veteran forward has scored in double digits in six of his eight playoff showings thus far, averaging 16.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists and a combined 2.0 steals-plus-blocks per game.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Defensive force in Game 2 win
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McDaniels closed Thursday's 117-93 victory over Golden State in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals with 16 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, three blocks and three steals over 33 minutes.
McDaniels got the job done defensively Thursday, recording game-high numbers in blocks (3) and steals (3). The defensive-minded forward is averaging 14.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 2.0 blocks per game in this series while shooting 59.1 percent from the field.
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Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels: Fouls out in win
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McDaniels produced eight points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 18 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 103-96 victory over the Lakers in Game 5 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
McDaniels was a bight spot for the Timberwolves throughout the first four games of the series, but he fell short of his usual production in the series-clinching win. The overarching issue was early foul trouble that sent McDaniels to the bench, eventually fouling out in the fourth quarter. Despite the poor result, McDaniels averaged 17.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.0 steals during the first round.
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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: 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.
