Jaden McDaniels

Jaden McDaniels scored 26 points (11-14 FG, 3-4 3PT, 1-4 FT) with five rebounds, one assist and two steals in Thursday's 131-122 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Fantasy Impact

McDaniels scored at least 20 points for the first time since Christmas Day. While he doesn’t always score in bunches, he has been solid in January, averaging 15.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.3 steals. He will look to deliver another big game in Saturday’s rematch with the Cavaliers.

Jaden McDaniels delivered another well-rounded performance Tuesday, posting 19 points (7-of-15 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), two steals, two assists, three rebounds, and one block across 33 minutes in Minnesota's victory over the Heat. The 25-year-old added highlight-reel flair with a pair of monster dunks while narrowly missing what would have been his fourth 20-point game in the last month.

Fantasy Impact

While McDaniels doesn't provide elite scoring volume, his ability to contribute across multiple categories makes him a strong fantasy asset. He's delivering sixth-round value this season, averaging 14.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.9 blocks through 35 games.

Jaden McDaniels scored 8 points (3-5 FG, 2-3 3P) with four rebounds and two assists in the Wolves' 126-102 loss to the Hawks.

Fantasy Impact

McDaniels has struggled to get much going offensively in back-to-back games, scoring eight or fewer points in each game. His shooting has still been fine overall, it's just not been a lot of volume for the talented forward. He will look to bounce back against the Heat on Saturday.

Jaden McDaniels filled the stat sheet for the Timberwolves Thursday night, grabbing four rebounds, blocking two shots, dishing out four assists, and scoring 21 points (9-12 FG, 1-3 3PT, 2-2 FT) in a 142-138 loss to the Nuggets.

Fantasy Impact

McDaniels continues a steady stretch on both ends of the floor, finishing with two or more assists, four or more rebounds, and 13 or more points in four of his last five games. The forward remains a mostly stable frontcourt option as part of a versatile Minnesota starting five for head coach Chris Finch, averaging 15.2 points and 4.6 rebounds per game to go along with a usage rate of 18.7% so far this season.

Jaden McDaniels is listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Nuggets.

Fantasy Impact

McDaniels was sidelined for Tuesday’s win over the Knicks. His availability most impacts the minutes for Naz Reid and Bones Hyland.