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Randle

Randle finished one rebound shy of a double-double on Saturday, but the final line felt underwhelming due to the point total. Averaging 21.5 points per game on the season, the Timberwolves forward has just one 20-point game since the All-Star break. The Timberwolves, and those who have him on their fantasy rosters, need more scoring from Randle.

While Randle’s post-All-Star break struggles from beyond the arc continued on Thursday, as he missed both of his attempts, the veteran forward’s overall value has been better recently. Since the break, he’s shot 3-of-21 from distance, and Randle has struggled with that aspect of his game all season. However, the decreased three-point shooting has not done much damage, if any, to his overall fantasy value.

Randle entered Tuesday averaging 12.4 points per game on 35.7 shooting since the All-Star break. While he didn’t make any of his four three-point attempts, the Timberwolves forward shot 7-of-11 from two and scored nine points at the foul line. Tuesday’s performance was much-needed for Randle and those who roster him, even without any defensive stats on his line.

Edwards is a late addition to the Timberwolves’ injury report for right foot injury management. If he’s unable to play, the Timberwolves will have to rely more on Julius Randle, who has struggled in recent games. Bones Hyland will also take on a bigger role, possibly moving into the starting lineup.

Randle had just four points and was 1-of-10 from the field in Thursday’s win over the Clippers. The 31-year-old power forward bounced back Sunday, though he still struggled with his shot a bit. Randle was just one rebound and three assists shy of recording a triple-double.

Initially questionable for Sunday’s game with back spasms, Randle will be available to play. He’ll look to bounce back from his worst performance of the season, a four-point showing against the Clippers on Thursday in which he shot 1-of-10 from the field.

Randle is dealing with back spasms, which is why he appears on the Timberwolves’ injury report. He’s yet to miss a game this season, and his absence on Sunday would result in more scoring opportunities for Jaden McDaniels and Naz Reid. As for who moves into the starting lineup, Reid is a potential replacement, as is Terrence Shannon Jr.

Randle had a rough night in Inglewood, producing his lowest scoring output of the season. Fantasy managers were able to salvage something due to the six assists, but this was a disappointing night for the Timberwolves’ forward. Naz Reid (11 points, seven rebounds, one steal and two blocks) and Jaden McDaniels (12/7/2/3) stepped up, supplementing Anthony Edwards’ 31-point night to help the Timberwolves escape with the 94-88 victory. Randle will look to bounce back when Minnesota visits Denver on Sunday.

One game removed from dropping his third triple-double of the season, Randle exploded for a season-high 41 points. The Timberwolves forward was at his best in the fourth quarter, scoring 23 points before being subbed out. That’s an impressive way for Randle to go into the All-Star break, after which the Timberwolves will play two more games to complete Week 17.

For the third time this season, and the first time since early November, Randle was able to record a triple-double. Minnesota is now 3-0 in those games. Randle has been fantastic all season, though he has had a few subpar performances recently. That didn’t hold true in this one, and he even contributed on the defensive end by snapping a four-game streak without a steal. Randle will look to carry this into Wednesday’s matchup with the Trail Blazers.