Anderson (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

As was expected, Anderson will remain sidelined for a second straight game as he continues to deal with back spasms. His next chance to return will be Wednesday against the Spurs, but Taurean Prince and Jaylen Nowell could see additional minutes in his absence Monday.

Anderson (back), who is out for Sunday's game against the Thunder, is unlikely to play Monday against the Spurs, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson is dealing with back spasms after playing just one minute Friday, but he's traveling with the team and feeling better. However, he'll likely be forced to miss at least two games due to the issue. Taurean Prince, Jaylen Nowell and Austin Rivers are candidates to see increased run in Anderson's absence.

Anderson (back) is out Sunday against the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

After just one minute Friday, Anderson suffered back spasms. As he's sidelined Sunday, more minutes could be in store for Taurean Prince, Jaylen Nowell and Austin Rivers.

Anderson is considered questionable to return to Friday's matchup with the Jazz due to back spasms, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of Anderson's back spasms is not known at this time. Taurean Prince would likely be the prime beneficiary should he ultimately be unable to return, and if he were to miss any future contests because of them.

Anderson will come off the bench for Thursday's preseason game against the Lakers.

EDGE Analysis

With Rudy Gobert set to rejoin the lineup for his preseason debut, Anderson will shift to a bench role against the Lakers. Anderson will likely be one of the first players off the bench for the Timberwolves during the regular season after a productive 2021-22 campaign with Memphis.

Anderson and the Timberwolves agreed to a two-year, $18 million contract Thursday, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson is coming off a productive four-year stint with the Grizzlies. Last season with Memphis, the forward saw 21.5 minutes per game and averaged 7.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists. Expect Anderson to see a depth role behind Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaden McDaniels.

Anderson recorded 17 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-7 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals across 23 minutes during Monday's 101-98 loss to the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson played only 23 minutes Monday, but he finished third on Memphis in scoring thanks to an efficient 7-for-8 mark from the field. The forward could have enjoyed an even better game if not for an ugly 2-for-7 performance from the charity stripe. That was really the only weak part of Anderson's game against the Warriors, as he also collected eight boards and notched a pair of blocks and steals. He came into the contest averaging only 5.3 points and 2.7 boards over the first three contests of the series.

Anderson notched nine points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 16 minutes before getting ejected from Saturday's 142-112 loss to the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Tempers began to boil over as the game got out of hand, and Anderson let it get the best of him as he argued an offensive foul that led to his ejection. Anderson figured to be a more prominent presence in the offense wit. Dillon Brooks (suspension) sidelined, but he only took six shots in the Game 3 loss.

Anderson will come off the bench in Game 4 against the Timberwolves on Saturday, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson made a surprise start in place of Steven Adams in Game 3 but had only four points (2-3 FG), three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 26 minutes. Xavier Tillman will instead receive the start Saturday for the Grizzlies.

Anderson will start Thursday's Game 3 contest against the Timberwolves, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.

EDGE Analysis

After a sluggish start to the playoffs for Grizzlies center Steven Adams, Anderson is set to replace Adams in Memphis' starting lineup. The forward is averaging 4.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 19.5 minutes through his team's first two postseason games.