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Anthony Edwards’ knee injury and subsequent surgery created more scoring opportunities for the entire Timberwolves rotation, but Kuminga’s production has been inconsistent. Over the last five games, he’s alternated between single- and double-digit scoring efforts. Given the trend, Kuminga was due for a solid performance on Wednesday, and he recorded a complete stat line. Fantasy managers will hope Kuminga can build on this night when the Timberwolves visit the Pelicans on Friday.

Of the five games the Timberwolves have played since Anthony Edwards underwent knee surgery, Hyland has scored in double figures in four. Against the Rockets, he shot over 50 percent from the field and dished out four assists. While Bones isn’t worth considering in 12-team leagues, managers in deep leagues should add him to their watch lists.

Since moving into the Timberwolves’ starting lineup after Anthony Edwards underwent knee surgery, Dosunmu has scored at least 15 points in five straight games. One game removed from finishing two assists shy of a triple-double, Ayo finished Wednesday’s victory with his second 20-point game of the season. Add in the assists and steals, and this was a good night for those rostering Dosunmu.

After recording nearly as many turnovers (six) as points (eight) in the first three quarters of Wednesday’s game, Ball rose to the occasion in the fourth. Shooting 4-of-4 from the field and 2-of-3 from the foul line, the Timberwolves point guard scored 12 points in the fourth quarter. With Anthony Edwards (knee) out, the Timberwolves need Ball to be consistently efficient, and he’s been solid this week.

Shannon will miss a second straight game with this hip injury. Jaylen Clark ended up taking on extra minutes as a reserve on Monday, which will likely happen again, though he isn’t a player to consider streaming in.

Shannon did not play in Monday’s win over the Bucks, which moved Jaylen Clark up a spot in the Timberwolves’ rotation. That may remain the case on Wednesday if Shannon can’t play, but Clark shouldn’t be rostered in redraft leagues.

While LaMelo Ball erupted for 34 points in this one, Dosunmu may be the real fantasy winner from Anthony Edwards (knee) having to miss time with an injury. Dosunmu had a full stat line and was two assists shy of a triple-double in the win over the Bucks. He should be rostered in all formats at this point.

Ball’s 34 points are the most he’s had in a game with the Timberwolves so far. With Anthony Edwards (knee) sidelined, the offensive burden undoubtedly falls on LaMelo. He’s due for some more performances like this one while Edwards remains out.

Despite a right wrist contusion, Ball is available to play on Monday. He’ll take on his usual role as the starting point guard, and the Timberwolves will need a more efficient Ball as they continue without Anthony Edwards (knee). He’s joined in the starting lineup by Ayo Dosunmu, Jaden McDaniels, Jonathan Kuminga and Rudy Gobert. Gobert’s return pushes Joan Beringer to the bench.

Shannon won’t play on Monday after initially being listed as questionable. His absence frees up minutes for Cody Williams, who was a DNP-CD on Saturday against the Spurs.