Naz Reid Achieves Double-Double, Continues Strong Bench Play for Timberwolves

Naz Reid recorded a double-double on Monday, notching 22 points (9-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and 12 rebounds, plus two assists, in just 23 minutes during the Timberwolves' 120-96 victory over the Mavericks. Despite being an intriguing big man often in a bench role behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert (and Julius Randle replacing Towns in 2024-25), Reid won Sixth Man of the Year last season. He signed a three-year, $42 million deal this offseason, with the team viewing him as a core piece. Last season, he averaged 12.3 points and 4.6 rebounds off the bench, but as a starter, he posted 17.6 points and 7.0 rebounds. Reid was on a hot streak before a wrist injury in early April, averaging 18.1 points and 4.9 rebounds over his last eight appearances, and was expected back by training camp.