Okogie will start Monday's game against the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Minnesota initially announced that Jarred Vanderbilt (illness) would start at forward, only to later clarify that Vanderbilt will not be available as he battles flu-like symptoms. Okogie will take over as the starter in Vanderbilt's place, and he'll be joined up front by Karl-Anthony Towns and Taurean Prince. This will be Okogie's fifth start of the season and first since No. 3.

Okogie (back) has been cleared to play Friday against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Following a five-game absence due to back spasms, Okogie will be back in the rotation. In 14.5 minutes per game, he's averaging 2.8 points and 2.8 rebounds.

Okogie is questionable against the Hornets on Friday because of a back injury.

EDGE Analysis

Back spasms continue to affect Okogie's availability. During his absence, Taurean Prince has logged more consistent playing time, recording at least 12 minutes across each of the last five matchups.

Okogie (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Heat, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Okogie missed the past four games with back spasms but will return to action Wednesday after being considered questionable. The 23-year-old averaged 1.8 points and 2.6 rebounds in 13.2 minutes off the bench in five contests preceding his absence.

Okogie (back) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Heat.

EDGE Analysis

Okogie has missed the past four games with back spasms. If he remains out, Taurean Prince should continue seeing extra minutes.

Okogie (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against New Orleans.

EDGE Analysis

Okogie was previously labeled as questionable, but he's set to miss his fourth straight contest due to back spasms. Taurean Prince should once again benefit from Okogie's absence.

Okogie (back) is questionable for Monday's contest against the Pelicans.

EDGE Analysis

The defending wing has missed three straight games for Minnesota but has a chance to return to the team's lineup Monday. If Okogie can't suit up, his next chance to return to the Timberwolves' lineup comes Wednesday against the Heat.

Okogie (back) is out Saturday against the Grizzlies, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The fourth-year wing will miss a third straight game. Taurean Prince should continue seeing an elevated workload.

Okogie (back) is questionable Saturday against the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Okogie is at risk of missing a third straight game Saturday. Taurean Prince has seen extra minutes in his absence.

Okogie (back) is out against the Spurs on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Okogie will have sat out back-to-back games due to back spasms. Taurean Prince was the primary beneficiary of Okogie's previous three absences and averaged 18.3 game minutes across those matchups.