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Timberwolves Fantasy Options Rise With Edwards Out
Minnesota faces a lengthy absence for its leading scorer, creating minutes and usage for several teammates.
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Edwards Set for Extended Absence
Anthony Edwards averaged 33.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.5 assists while shooting 48 percent from the field through four games. He posted 47 points in 41 minutes against the Cleveland Cavaliers despite knee pain. He is scheduled for arthroscopic surgery on his right knee and could miss around two months. Managers should consider stashing him given he sat out a career-high 21 games last season with knee problems.
Increased Roles for Ball and McDaniels
LaMelo Ball is expected to handle greater offensive responsibility, boosting his scoring chances and assist opportunities. Jaden McDaniels should receive more shots. Jonathan Kuminga, rostered in 54.6 percent of leagues, could add scoring duties after posting 11.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game in 29.8 minutes this season.
Waiver-Wire Priorities
Ayo Dosunmu, rostered in 63.4 percent of leagues, stands out as the top addition. He is the likely starter and averaged 18.7 points with 7.3 rebounds in 33.5 minutes across nine starts last season. Terrence Shannon Jr., rostered in 8.7 percent of leagues, averaged 13.0 points and 2.5 threes in 22.3 minutes through four games. Bones Hyland, at 1.0 percent rostered, posted 11.8 points, 3.3 assists and 2.3 threes in 20 games without Edwards last season and may merit a look in deeper formats.
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