Naz Reid stood out for the Timberwolves against the Cavaliers on Saturday, scoring 16 points in their 124-117 loss. He led the game in both blocks and steals, playing a total of 26 minutes. Reid shot 6-of-12 from the field and hit four three-pointers.
What It Means
Reid’s performance against the Cavaliers marks his second consecutive game scoring at least 10 points. This season, he’s averaging 13.2 points per game, ranking third on his team and eleventh among centers in the league. Reid is also making an impact from beyond the arc, averaging two made threes per game with a shooting percentage of 39.5%. In terms of defensive contributions, he has finished inside the top five at his position for assists in nearly a quarter of his games this year.
