Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid will likely join the free agent pool this offseason. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, many around the league expect Reid to decline his $15 million player option for the 2025-26 campaign. Reid will be seeking a pay rise and possibly a more significant role going forward. Speaking during his exit interview last week, Reid said he "100 percent" sees himself as a starter in the NBA. Reid won the Sixth Man of the Year award last season and followed it up with a career year in 2024-25. He averaged 14.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 27.5 minutes. In 17 starts, Reid pushed his numbers to 18.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.3 blocks. Fantasy managers can expect similar numbers from him next season if Reid secures a starting role. For that to happen, he will likely need to move away from Minneapolis, as Rudy Gobert is blocking his path with the Timberwolves.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid returned to his Sixth Man of the Year form in Game 1 against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, putting up 19 points on 8-for-14 shooting and collecting five rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block in a 99-88 loss. Reid, who was 3-for-7 from behind the arc, appeared to have injured his left leg in the second quarter but was able to finish the contest, logging 34 minutes. Minnesota saw Reid contribute only 11.6 points and 3.6 rebounds in Round 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers, but it looks like he will have a much more important role to play in the matchup against the Warriors.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Minnesota Timberwolves forward/centerNaz Reid(suspension) was suspended for one game on Tuesday. Reid will serve a one-game suspension for his involvement in an on-court altercation with the Pistons on Sunday. Donte DiVincenzo was also involved in the scuffle and won't be able to play Tuesday against the Denver Nuggets. With Reid sidelined, Minnesota's frontcourt will likely need Luka Garza to take on extra minutes for this evening's contest.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (finger) is good to go for Monday's action against the Sacramento Kings. The team has upgraded his status from questionable to available ahead of tip-off. Reid will make a second consecutive start, with Julius Randle (groin) remaining on the shelf. A finger sprain ruined Reid's first start of the campaign on Saturday against the Washington Wizards, limiting him to eight points and three rebounds in 20 minutes. However, his career numbers as a first-unit member are solid at 14.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (finger) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. A finger injury limited Reid to 20 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Washington Wizards, and he may have to sit out Monday's contest entirely. Reid took Julius Randle's (groin) starting spot on Saturday, and Luka Garza might now be the next man up. Garza has been dominant in the G League but has made a limited impact in the NBA, averaging 5.2 points and 2.1 rebounds in 8.3 minutes.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (finger) exited Saturday's loss to the Washington Wizards. He did not return. The 25-year-old, who got the start in this one, logged 20 minutes before suffering a right finger injury in the third quarter. With Minnesota preparing for Julius Randle (groin) to miss extended time, being without Reid moving forward isn't a good situation for a club that has dealt with its share of injuries during the 2024-25 campaign. If Reid doesn't suit up for Monday's matchup with the Sacramento Kings, Luka Garza and Joe Ingles may take over things at the four spot. However, both players have a lot to prove before earning a consistent spot in fantasy lineups.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (illness) was not able to play on Wednesday after playing in each of the Wolves' first 46 games this season, but he is not on the injury report for Thursday when the Wolves will visit the Jazz to close out their back-to-back. In 25.3 minutes off the bench, he averaged 13.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 2.1 three-pointers per game. Reid's return should help take the load off Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert and could push Luke Garza back out of the rotation.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (illness) will not play against the Phoenix Suns Wednesday night. Reid injured his shoulder in Monday's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, but he will exit the lineup on Wednesday due to an illness. Per Alan Horton of Timberwolves Radio, Minnesota will be without Reid for only the second time in 129 games, making this an unusual situation for the team, and it remains to be seen how the rotation works out. Reid plays a major role for the team, averaging 13.6 points in 25.3 minutes, so the entire group must step up to make up for his absence.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid will remain a bench piece in 2024-25. The 25-year-old was voted the NBA Sixth Man of the Year last season and will continue to roll with the second unit behind starting big men Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle (shoulder). Reid notched 13.5 points with 5.2 rebounds in 24.2 minutes last season, boosting his numbers to 17.6 points and 7.0 boards in 14 games as a starter. He will likely see him as a starter again at some point this season, considering Randle's injury history -- he has averaged 64 games per season during his 10-year NBA career.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid had a busy night off the bench in Wednesday's Game 1 against Dallas, recording 15 points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in a 108-105 loss. Reid demonstrated perfectly why he was voted the Sixth Man of the Year, making an impact in all areas across 24 minutes of action. He finished with 5-for-9 shooting, going 3-for-6 with the three-ball. Reid's numbers have dropped in the playoffs, along with his playing time, but that's now three efforts in four games with 10-plus points from him. Minnesota will need more of the same in the battle against Dallas' well-equipped frontcourt.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid was named the Sixth Man of the Year for the 2023-24 season on Wednesday. Reid, who signed a three-year, $42 million extension with the club last offseason, averaged a career-high 13.5 points and 5.2 rebounds while shooting 41.4% from deep in 81 appearances. Without question, he will play a vital role in Minnesota's rotation for years to come, and his fantasy stock will be significantly higher heading into the 2024-25 campaign after capturing the award.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (head) is available for Friday's contest with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Wolves center Rudy Gobert (rib) is also good to go. With the two big men available, Kyle Anderson and Jaden McDaniels could see their minutes reduced in the rotation. Having Reid and Gobert suit up provides Minnesota with some balance up front with Karl Anthony Towns long-term absence (knee).

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (head) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The big man is in danger of missing another game after suffering a head injury during Monday's game. The Wolves could be thin at the center spot with Rudy Gobert (rib) also listed as questionable for Thursday. The good news is that both players were able to participate during Thursday's shootaround. If they sit, Kyle Anderson and Jaden McDaniels would be asked to play bigger minutes in the rotation. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday for another update.

According to ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (head) won't play on Tuesday versus Denver. Reid was initially listed as questionable for the game after he injured his head in Monday's matchup against Utah. He comes out of the lineup for the first time this season. Reid's absence is a fresh blow for Minnesota's injury-hit frontcourt, although Rudy Gobert (ribs) could still be available on Tuesday.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (head) is officially listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. After leaving Monday's victory over the Utah Jazz with a head injury, Reid's status remains unclear on the second night of Minnesota's back-to-back. Since Rudy Gobert (ribs) is also uncertain to play, the T-Wolves may have no choice but to use forwards Jaden McDaniels and Kyle Anderson as their primary centers in a daunting task against superstar Nikola Jokic and company. Former Iowa standout Luka Garza could be the last traditional big man standing, but he hasn't started a game since the 2021-22 campaign with the Detroit Pistons. It's still worth mentioning that in five career games as a starter, Garza is generating 11.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.0 three-pointers in 27.8 minutes per contest.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid exited Monday's contest against Utah with a head injury, leaving his status for Tuesday's matchup versus Denver up in the air. Reid was hurt near the end of the first half when he took a hit to the back of the head from John Collins. It was a big first half for Reid, as he collected 17 points, four rebounds, and one block in 17 minutes. With Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) and Rudy Gobert (ribs) already on the shelf, the Timberwolves went small in the second half and started Nickeil Alexander-Walker in Reid's place. Alexander-Walker produced a nice all-around line in the game and could have a significant part to play again on Tuesday. Luka Garza was limited to 11 minutes on Monday but could have a much bigger role to play on Tuesday, with Minnesota needing to slow down ... [More]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid made easy work of the Memphis Grizzlies defense during Thursday's game. The big man looked consistent all night long as he shot 8-of-13 from the floor for 20 points. Reid also added three rebounds, one assist, and two steals in the win over Memphis. This 20-point outing was his highest scoring outing since December 30 against the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite coming off the bench, Reid has done enough to warrant being rostered in most fantasy formats right now.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (neck) was originally listed as questionable for the team's matchup against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday but he was officially upgraded to available and he will play. The 24-year-old has been a big part of the team's success as the primary backup big man. He's seeing the most minutes per contest of his career so far this season and has turned that into a career-high mark in points, but outside of that he's only contributed a bit on the boards. He's more fantasy-relevant in deeper leagues, but he'll serve as a great streaming option whenever Karl-Anthony Towns or Rudy Gobert miss any time.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid had a productive showing in Thursday's preseason victory over the Mavericks. The 24-year-old, who underwent wrist surgery in March, showed no signs of residual rust, scoring 16 points off 6-for-14 shooting from the field while adding seven boards. It's obvious the Timberwolves have big plans for Reid, considering the team re-signed him to a three-year, $42 million contract during the offseason. While Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert will start this season, assuming they stay healthy, Reid should see enough minutes to remain a double-double threat whenever he's on the floor.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid is eager to prove that he is well worthy of his three-year, $42 million extension. "Bigger role, bigger expectations," Reid told The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski. "So I'm definitely going to show I've improved, in every facet of the game, maturity, basketball or whatever the case may be. Higher pay comes higher responsibility. This is what comes with it. So I'm ready for it." The 23-year-old averaged only 18.4 minutes and started just 11 games for Minnesota last term, but he was still able to post career-high marks with 11.5 points and 4.9 rebounds. He sounds ready to do a lot more for the team, although Reid's situation in Minneapolis is a bit complicated due to the presence of frontcourt stars Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns.