Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Reaches double figures off bench
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Milton chipped in 10 points (4-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two steals across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 122-101 win over the Pelicans.
Milton led all Wolves bench players in scoring and steals while matching his season-high point total in the victory at home. Milton has tallied 10 or more points in two contests this season, notching two or more steals in three outings to boost Minnesota defensively.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Good to go
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Milton (foot) will play against Denver on Wednesday.
Milton was initially tabbed as probable for the contest with left foot soreness, and he'll suit up. Through three games, Milton has averaged 5.3 points, 2.3 assists and 1.7 rebounds across 18.3 minutes.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Likely to suit up Wednesday
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Milton is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets due to left foot soreness.
Milton was deemed questionable with a foot injury before playing Monday, so it appears that his injury isn't serious. The 27-year-old guard should continue to function as Minnesota's backup point guard.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Cleared to play
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Milton (foot) is available for Monday's matchup against the Hawks, Chris Hine of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Milton was a late addition to the injury report but will still suit up Monday. The backup guard has garnered a modest role thus far, averaging 19.5 minutes across two games.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Added to injury report
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Milton is questionable for Monday's game against Atlanta due to left foot soreness.
Milton wasn't on the Timberwolves' initial injury report, but his availability is in question the morning of the game. He's averaged 19.5 minutes per game over his first two appearances of the year, so if Milton is sidelined, Jordan McLaughlin and Nickeil Alexander-Walker would be candidates for increased run.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Moves back to bench
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Milton isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's season opener against the Raptors.
Milton will be replaced by Mike Conley in the starting lineup Wednesday. Milton will likely compete with Jordan McLaughlin for the backup point guard role this season.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Starting preseason finale
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Milton is starting Thursday's preseason game against Chicago, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.
Milton has had some encouraging performances during the preseason, and he'll have a chance to contribute as a starter, with Mike Conley (illness) sidelined Thursday. However, Milton will likely retreat to the bench during Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Raptors.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Impactful off bench
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Milton delivered 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds and six assists in 20 minutes of action during Saturday's 121-112 preseason win over the Knicks. He also logged only one turnover.
Milton may garner a larger combo-guard role in Minnesota than he earned in Philadelphia across the last five seasons. With career averages of 8.4 points and 3.2 assists in 20.8 minutes per game on 45.5/36.5/82.8 percent shooting splits, Milton's minute share will likely remain similar, but his usage could rise slightly, which bodes well given his above-average efficiency.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Efficient in Thursday's win
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Milton recorded 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt), four rebounds, an assist and a steal across 20 minutes off the bench in Thursday's 111-99 preseason win over the Mavericks.
Milton was one of Minnesota's most productive players Thursday, though preseason stats should always be taken with a grain of salt. The six-year veteran will likely have a steady role off the bench for the Timberwolves while also making some starts here and there. He averaged 8.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 0.7 triples across 20.6 minutes in 76 games during the 2022-23 campaign.
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Timberwolves' Shake Milton: Teaming with Timberwolves
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Milton has agreed on a two-year, $10 million deal with Minnesota, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Milton spent his first five seasons with the 76ers. He averaged 8.4 points, 2.5 rebounds 3.2 assists and 0.7 triples across 20.6 minutes in 76 games this past season. With Mike Conley and Anthony Edwards locked in as the Timberwolves starting backcourt, Milton will compete with the likes of Jordan McLaughlin, Jaylen Nowell and Nickeil Alexander-Walker for depth minutes.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Back in bench role for Game 1
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Milton will return to the bench for Saturday's Game 1 versus the Nets.
Milton drew starts in the final two games of the regular season, but the team will turn back to its regular starters to open the postseason. He should still log healthy minutes off the bench as a depth guard.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Career-high 16 assists in victory
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Milton totaled 15 points (7-22 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and 16 assists across 43 minutes during Friday's 136-131 overtime win over the Hawks.
Milton went crazy in the loss, handing out a career-high 16 assists as the 76ers opted to rest their entire starting five. This is a side of Milton's game we don't usually see, even when he is afforded additional playing time. It is unclear whether the team will rest its stars again Sunday. However, if that is the case, Milton makes for an intriguing pickup, despite the fact all 30 teams will be in action.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Gets starting nod Friday
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Milton will start Friday's game against the Hawks.
With the Sixers resting all of their starters, Milton gets the nod at point guard and will be joined by Georges Niang, Jaden Springer, Jalen McDaniels and Paul Reed. Across his previous nine starts this season, Milton has averaged 20.9 points, 6.1 assists and 5.1 rebounds in 38.1 minutes per game.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Posts double-double in win
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Milton produced 11 points (4-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, 10 assists and one block over 27 minutes during Thursday's 129-101 loss to the Heat.
Milton cobbled together the first double-double of his career, taking advantage of a game that mattered very little for the 76ers. With De'Anthony Melton (calf) going down, Milton was able to see a few extra minutes. He made the most of his opportunity, something he has done periodically throughout the season. The 76ers may opt to rest a few players in their final two games, meaning Milton could be a viable streaming consideration, even in 12-team leagues.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Efficient off bench
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Milton amassed 11 points (4-5 FG, 3-3 3Pt), two assists, one rebound and one steal across 21 minutes during Wednesday's 118-109 victory over the Cavaliers.
Though Milton served as a reserve again Wednesday, he saw ample playing time and was perfect from beyond the arc to score in double figures for the second time in the last five matchups. Across those five appearances, he's averaged 7.6 points, 2.8 assists and 2.4 rebounds in 20.0 minutes per game.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Available to play
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Milton (eye) will be available to play Monday against the Rockets.
Milton should see his usual minutes in the teens off the bench Monday night, which isn't enough floor time for him to produce in fantasy hoops. He's safe to leave on the waiver wire in most formats.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Probable Monday with eye injury
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Milton is listed as probable for Monday's matchup against the Rockets due to left eye soreness.
Despite landing on the injury report, Milton's eye issue doesn't seem to be serious enough to keep him out Monday. The backup point guard has scored in double figures in just one of his past nine appearances, averaging 5.0 points, 1.9 assists and 1.8 rebounds in 14.3 minutes during that stretch.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Steps up with 18 points
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Milton ended Saturday's 115-96 win over the Thunder with 18 points (7-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal over 38 minutes.
Milton entered the starting lineup after James Harden was ruled out with a foot injury. Given the opposition, there is a chance the 76ers simply gave Harden the night off on the second night of a back-to-back. Nonetheless, Milton was able to step up, something he has done on more than one occasion already this season. While he was a nice stream, he will likely return to the bench against the Pelicans on Monday.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Starting Saturday
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Milton will join the first unit for Saturday's game against the Thunder.
Milton will receive the starting nod in place of James Harden (foot). He has averaged 21.3 points, 6.0 assists and 5.3 rebounds in eight starts this season and should be considered a top streaming option Saturday.
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76ers' Shake Milton: Average showing in New York
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Milton finished with eight points (3-5 FG, 2-2 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist across 23 minutes during Sunday's 119-112 victory over the Knicks.
Milton knocked down both of his attempts from beyond the arc, and he also helped out on the glass by snagging two of his three rebounds on the defensive end. The 26-year-old is putting up 10.4 points, 2.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists through 10 December appearances.
