As expected, Bayless will get the start at point guard for Friday's matchup with the Jazz, Andy Larsen of KSL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bayless has stepped up with the Timberwolves thin at point guard lately, and should be in line for an even bigger workload Friday. Jeff Teague (ankle), Derrick Rose (ankle) and Tyus Jones (ankle) are all sidelined leaving Bayless and Jared Terrell as only healthy point guards on the roster.

Bayless pitched in 16 points (6-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight assists, two rebounds and one steal across 30 minutes in the Timberwolves' 120-105 win over the Lakers on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran backup was called on for a starter's workload when Derrick Rose sat out the entire second half due to a sore ankle. Bayless responded with his second straight double-digit scoring effort. Bayless was effective as a facilitator for the second straight contest as well, and with Jeff Teague (foot), Rose and Tyus Jones (ankle) all nursing injuries, Bayless could continue to benefit from some solid minutes in coming games.

Bayless could be an increased role Friday against the Spurs, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

With guard Tyus Jones (ankle) out for the next several days, it's reported that Bayless will switch off between guard and point guard depending of the offensive situation with teammate Derrick Rose for at least Friday's game against the Spurs.

Bayless isn't listed on the Timberwolves' injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Sidelined all season with a left knee injury suffered in training camp, Bayless has dressed for the Timberwolves' last two contests. He failed to leave the bench in Wednesday's 129-123 overtime loss to the Pistons, but got his first usage of the campaign Friday in a 124-98 loss to San Antonio. Bayless finished with seven points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three assists and a steal across 12 minutes. While it's not expected that Bayless will be a member of the rotation in competitive contests when the team is at full strength, the veteran could get some light run Sunday with Jeff Teague (ankle) ruled out and Derrick Rose (ankle) listed as questionable for the contest.

Bayless did not see the floor during Wednesday's 129-123 overtime loss to the Pistons.

EDGE Analysis

Bayless was listed as active, but did not end up making his season debut after all. The fact that Jeff Teague (ankle) was sidelined and Bayless still didn't see the floor likely speaks to his status as nothing more than an emergency point guard option behind Teague (when healthy), Derrick Rose, and Tyus Jones.

Bayless (knee) is active for Wednesday's game, Jace Frederick of St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bayless will be in uniform Wednesday and could play. This isn't a definite green light as he may only enter the game if absolutely necessary, but the moves signifies Bayless' recent progress in recovery from his knee injury. It's unclear exactly how big of a role Bayless will have when he fully gets up to speed, but for now, he looks to slot in behind Jeff Teague (when healthy), Derrick Rose, and Tyus Jones.

Bayless (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.

EDGE Analysis

Bayless, who has yet to appear in a game this season, has been upgraded to questionable Wednesday. The veteran guard is recovering from a sprained left knee, and has played just 42 total games over the past two years. If he's able to go, he'll slot in behind Derrick Rose with Jeff Teague (ankle) out, and compete with Tyus Jones for minutes.

Bayless (knee) said Saturday that he's hopeful to return to game action in 1-to-2 weeks, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. "It hasn't gone as quickly as I would've hoped, but we're getting to the stage now that I'm getting closer," Bayless said, regarding his recovery from a sprained left knee.

EDGE Analysis

Bayless is still awaiting his 2018-19 debut and has played just 42 games over parts of the last three seasons after he was previously hampered by wrist issues. The 76ers dealt Bayless to Minnesota in November as a throw-in for the trade that sent Jimmy Butler to Philadelphia. Once cleared to play, Bayless is unlikely to be featured in coach Tom Thibodeau's rotation.

Bayless (knee) is out Saturday against the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Bayless has yet to make his season debut and remains day-to-day with a sprained left knee. His next chance to play comes Monday against the Warriors.

Bayless (knee) is out Wednesday against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Bayless has yet to make his season debut but remains day-to-day. His next chance to play arrives Saturday against the Trail Blazers.