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McDaniels Explodes for Career-Highs with Timberwolves
10 Jun
Summary
- Jaden McDaniels posted career-highs in points and assists.
- He averaged 14.8 points and shot 41.2% from three-point range.
- McDaniels recorded a double-double with 32 points in a playoff win.
Jaden McDaniels, a standout from the Washington Huskies, has experienced a breakout year with the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the second season of his substantial five-year, $131 million contract extension, McDaniels set new personal bests across several categories.
He averaged 14.8 points and 2.7 assists per game, while demonstrating sharp shooting with a 41.2% success rate from three-point range. McDaniels' impactful play on both offense and defense, including 4.2 rebounds, 1.1 steals, and a block per game, proved vital for the Timberwolves' journey to the second round of the NBA Playoffs. His assertive mindset was evident when he publicly challenged the Denver Nuggets' defense after a playoff game.
During the Timberwolves' Game 6 victory against Denver to seal their first-round series, McDaniels delivered a standout performance, achieving a double-double with a game-high 32 points and 10 rebounds. This display underscored his value as a key player for Minnesota as they navigate the competitive Western Conference, solidifying his role as a foundational piece for the team's future under general manager Matt Lloyd.
