Naz Reid Injury Status Update for March 22nd, 2026
The Timberwolves got some good news today — Naz Reid has been cleared and is officially available to play. Naz had previously been listed as Questionable, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Timberwolves.
Naz Reid Season Averages
The Timberwolves get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 68 games, Naz is averaging 13.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 26.0 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.0 | 13.7 | 6.2 | 2.4 | 11.1 |
Timberwolves Performance With & Without Naz Reid
The numbers tell a clear story about Naz's value to the Timberwolves. With Naz in the lineup this season, the team is 42-26. Without him, they've gone 1-2. The Timberwolves's net rating is 3.3 points worse per 100 possessions when Naz plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (114.2 vs 116.3), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 42-26 | 1-2 | — |
| Off Rating | 116.3 | 114.2 | -2.1 |
| Def Rating | 112.9 | 114.1 | +1.2 |
| Net Rating | 3.4 | 0.1 | -3.3 |
| PPG | 118.6 | 119.7 | +1.1 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Naz Reid Back
With Naz back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Rudy Gobert, Bones Hyland and Kyle Anderson are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Naz again.
PPG: -8.7 | FGA: -6.9 | RPG: -2.1
PPG: -5.1 | FGA: -3.5 | MPG: -5.4
FGA: -4.0
Naz Reid Betting Trends
With Naz returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Timberwolves have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Reid) Anthony Edwards AST UNDER: 35-19 (+14.6u, 4.1 / -108 avg. line) Donte Divincenzo REB OVER: 39-25 (+14.2u, 4.0 / -103 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Naz Reid's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Timberwolves @ Celtics - March 22, 2026 Minnesota Timberwolves: Anthony Edwards (Out) Boston Celtics: Nikola Vucevic (Out)
Naz is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Timberwolves and the rest of the league.