Minnesota Timberwolves injury report and the Rockets injuries
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Rockets The Minnesota Timberwolves list 2 players on the injury report: Donte DiVincenzo (Out, expected back 2 Apr) and Anthony Edwards (Out, expected back 21 Dec). Their next game is at the Houston Rockets on Wednesday 4 November 2026, who list 5 players: Steven Adams (Out, expected back 9 Nov), Quadir Copeland (Out), Julian Phillips (Out), Reed Sheppard (Questionable) and Clint Capela (Questionable). The report was last updated Sunday 1 November at 6:30 PM ET.
Updated Sun, Nov 1 6:30 PM ET
Minnesota Timberwolves injury report
Injury/Illness - Right Achilles Tendon Repair / Surgery (2026-11-02, MIL@MIN). Prior reporting (2026-10-05): DiVincenzo (Achilles) remains confident that he'll return during the 2026-27 season, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports. DiVincenzo is approaching six months since tearing his right Achilles during the first round of the playoffs and has been rehabbing with the expectation that he'll play at some point this season. The veteran guard has sought advice from Jayson Tatum, Tyrese Haliburton and Damian Lillard during his recovery, though Minnesota has yet to establish a timetable for his return.
Expected back 2 Apr
Injury/Illness - Right Knee Arthroscopy (2026-11-02, MIL@MIN). Prior reporting (2026-10-29): Edwards underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his right knee Thursday, the Timberwolves announced. Edwards underwent debridement surgery in Minnesota, though the team did not provide a timetable for his return. The star guard is expected to make a full recovery, with additional updates coming as he progresses through rehabilitation. Based on previous reporting from ESPN's Shams Charania, Edwards could miss up to two months. Edwards was off to a scorching start this season, averaging 33.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.0 steals across four appearances.
Expected back 21 Dec
Houston Rockets injury report
Injury/Illness - Right Soleus Strain (2026-11-02, BOS@HOU). Prior reporting (2026-10-26): Head coach Ime Udoka said Monday that Adams could be out "a week or two" due to his right soleus strain, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports. The veteran big man can be considered week-to-week until the Rockets offer another update on his status. In the meantime, Clint Capela will likely see increased playing time behind Alperen Sengun.
Expected back 9 Nov
G League - Two-Way (2026-11-02, BOS@HOU).
G League - Two-Way (2026-11-02, BOS@HOU).
Injury/Illness - Low Back Strain (2026-11-02, BOS@HOU). Prior reporting (2026-11-01): Sheppard (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics. Sheppard is in danger of missing his fourth game of the 2026-27 campaign. With Fred VanVleet (knee) not listed on the injury report, Marcus Smart could continue to be more involved than usual if Sheppard can't suit up Monday.
Injury/Illness - Right Ankle Sprain (2026-11-02, BOS@HOU). Prior reporting (2026-11-01): Capela (ankle) is questionable to play in Monday's game against the Celtics. Capela is dealing with a sprained right ankle that has him questionable to suit up versus Boston. With Steven Adams (calf) already ruled out, Oscar Tshiebwe would likely absorb backup minutes behind Alperen Sengun if Capela is sidelined.
Expected starting five vs Rockets
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| Jersey number | Player | Position | Games played | Minutes per game | Points per game | Rebounds per game | Assists per game | Steals per game | Blocks per game | Field goal percentage | Three-point percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Anthony Edwards | G | 4 | 33.7 | 33.3 | 4.8 | 3.5 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 48.1% | 40.0% |
| 3 | Jaden McDaniels | F | 7 | 33.3 | 17.3 | 6.0 | 3.6 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 55.3% | 34.5% |
| 13 | Ayo Dosunmu | G | 7 | 29.2 | 15.3 | 5.0 | 3.6 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 53.1% | 48.0% |
| 1 | LaMelo Ball | G | 7 | 25.2 | 14.4 | 3.3 | 6.3 | 1.9 | 0.0 | 39.3% | 34.5% |
| 0 | Jonathan Kuminga | F | 7 | 30.5 | 12.9 | 4.7 | 2.6 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 44.0% | 43.3% |
| 4 | Terrence Shannon Jr. | G-F | 7 | 22.0 | 12.0 | 3.6 | 2.6 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 42.4% | 39.4% |
| 19 | Joan Beringer | F | 7 | 18.7 | 7.1 | 6.9 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 60.6% | 0.0% |
| 27 | Rudy Gobert | C | 6 | 29.9 | 7.0 | 12.3 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 41.2% | 0.0% |
| 8 | Nah'Shon Hyland | G | 7 | 11.7 | 6.7 | 1.1 | 2.6 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 44.7% | 32.0% |
| 41 | Trey Lyles | F | 7 | 16.1 | 5.6 | 3.1 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 50.0% | 38.9% |
| 7 | Jaylen Clark | G | 6 | 9.3 | 3.7 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 50.0% | 44.4% |
| 5 | Cody Williams | F | 4 | 3.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 33 | Isaiah Evans | F | 4 | 2.4 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 0 | Donte DiVincenzo | G | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 | Antonio Reeves | G | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 25 | Enrique Freeman | F | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 23 | Norchad Omier | F | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 99 | Kenyon Martin Jr. | F | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Quick answers3 questions
Who is injured for the Minnesota Timberwolves?
The Minnesota Timberwolves list 2 players on the injury report: Donte DiVincenzo (Out, expected back 2 Apr) and Anthony Edwards (Out, expected back 21 Dec). Statuses follow the official NBA injury report and update through the day, with a note on each player where the report gives one.
Who is injured for the Houston Rockets?
The Houston Rockets list 5 players: Steven Adams (Out, expected back 9 Nov), Quadir Copeland (Out), Julian Phillips (Out), Reed Sheppard (Questionable) and Clint Capela (Questionable). They play the Minnesota Timberwolves next on Wednesday 4 November 2026, and both lists sit side by side on this page.
Is Anthony Edwards playing on Wednesday 4 November 2026?
Anthony Edwards is listed as Out for the Minnesota Timberwolves, so he is not expected to play on Wednesday 4 November 2026. Injury/Illness - Right Knee Arthroscopy (2026-11-02, MIL@MIN). Prior reporting (2026-10-29): Edwards underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his right knee Thursday, the Timberwolves announced.