Heading into the 2025-26 NBA season, Jaden McDaniels is easily one of the Minnesota Timberwolves' most intriguing players. The 6-foot-9 forward has long been one of the league's most impactful defenders both on and off the ball. However, McDaniels is coming off a career year on the offensive end, averaging 12.2 points and 2 assists. He also upped his scoring average to 14.7 in the playoffs.
Entering his age-25 season, there's reason to believe McDaniels will continue to improve. With the loss of Nickeil Alexander-Walker, the Wolves will be looking for some more wing scoring. While most of the conversation has been around young players stepping up, McDaniels will be counted on as well.