Leonard Miller Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Grizzlies vs Timberwolves game on tomorrow with our National Basketball Association injury report.Oct 22, 2025
Bench role vs. Portland
Miller will come off the bench during Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.
ANALYSIS
After starting the preseason finale, Miller will be in the second unit. The team will run with Donte DiVincenzo, Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle, Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert in the first five.
Oct 17, 2025
Takes advantage of start
Miller produced 21 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Friday's 126-110 preseason loss to the 76ers.
ANALYSIS
Miller saw his name listed in the starting lineup while the majority of the Minnesota starters received the night off. He took full advantage of the opportunity, turning in an efficient shooting performance to lead his team in scoring. Despite a strong showing, the 21-year-old appears to be on the outside looking in for a spot in the rotation, at least to begin the regular season.
Oct 17, 2025
Getting preseason start
Miller is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the 76ers.
ANALYSIS
The Timberwolves are resting their regulars in this final preseason tune-up, so Miller will get the chance to play extended minutes. This will be the final opportunity for the Canadian forward to show he deserves a steady role off the bench in a crowded frontcourt.
Oct 13, 2025
Double-double in exhibition win
Miller finished with 15 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and one rebound across 23 minutes in Monday's 134-74 exhibition win over the Guangzhou Loong-Lions.
ANALYSIS
Miller was one of seven Timberwolves players to reach double figures Monday, joining Joan Beringer in posting a double-double in the frontcourt. The 21-year-old appears recovered from the right finger laceration that hampered him during training camp as he works to earn a rotation spot off Minnesota's bench heading into the regular season.
Oct 13, 2025
Surprisingly cleared to play
Miller (finger) will be available for Monday's exhibition against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions.
ANALYSIS
Miller suffered a right fifth finger laceration at the end of September and was expected to miss at least two weeks before being evaluated again. However, he appears to have healed quickly and will get a taste of live action during Monday's exhibition. Leonard has appeared in only 30 regular-season NBA games since being drafted in 2023, but he's been stellar at the G League level.
Oct 1, 2025
Re-evaluated in two weeks
The Timberwolves announced Wednesday that Miller was diagnosed with a right fifth finger laceration.
ANALYSIS
The injury occurred during Tuesday's practice. Miller will be re-evaluated in two weeks, setting him to miss at least three preseason contests. At this point, it's unclear if his status for Opening Night will be in jeopardy.
Jul 16, 2025
Double-doubles in win
Miller finished with 22 points (8-16 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 89-85 Summer League win against the Suns.
ANALYSIS
Miller recorded an efficient double-double, shooting 50 percent from the floor while also finishing with a game-high 11 boards. The Canadian import came very close to putting up a double-double in his last two games and finally got over the hump with this impressive performance, as he seems to get better and better with more time on the floor.
Jul 15, 2025
Nears double-double in SL win
Miller amassed 20 points (8-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-7 FT), eight rebounds and one steal across 26 minutes in Tuesday's 89-73 Summer League win over the Pistons.
ANALYSIS
Miller was one of two Timberwolves players to score at least 20 points and also contributed a team-high mark in rebounds. The 21-year-old forward bounced back from an inefficient six-point outing during Saturday's win over the Nuggets and has now provided 20 points in two of his three Summer League appearances.
Jul 10, 2025
Scores 20 in SL win
Miller tallied 20 points (9-17 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, three blocks and two steals across 28 minutes in Thursday's 98-91 Summer League win over the Pelicans.
ANALYSIS
Miller's length was on full display Thursday as he posted 20 points and nine rebounds in his 2025 Summer League debut. The 21-year-old had a limited role with the Timberwolves during the 2024-25 season, averaging 1.5 points in 2.5 minutes across 13 appearances.
Mar 30, 2025
Recalled from G League
The Timberwolves recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Miller will rejoin the parent club ahead of Sunday's game against Detroit. The 21-year-old forward has made two appearances in the NBA this month, totaling only five minutes. Miller has received the majority of his playing time with Iowa, averaging 24.7 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.1 steals across 37.5 minutes per game in 26 G League matchups.
Feb 14, 2025
Shows out in Rising Stars event
Miller logged five points (2-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 7:34 of court time during Team G League's 25-14 loss to Team C in the Rising Stars final.
ANALYSIS
Miller led the G League team in their 40-39 upset win over Team M in the semifinals, and he finished that contest with a game-high 14 points (7-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt), seven rebounds and one steal over 12:17 of court time. He wasn't able to carry that momentum into the finals, but Miller played a crucial role in the G League making it their in the first place. The 2023 second-round pick has seen sparse playing time with the Timberwolves, but he could see more minutes off the bench following the All-Star break.
Feb 8, 2025
Returns to parent club
The Timberwolves recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Miller will be available for Saturday's game versus the Trail Blazers. The 21-year-old forward is averaging 1.7 points and 1.5 rebounds in 2.7 minutes across his six NBA appearances this season.
Feb 7, 2025
Headed to G League
The Timberwolves assigned Miller to the G League's Iowa Wolves on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Miller has yet to log more than four minutes in any of his six NBA appearances this season. However, the 21-year-old forward should receive increased playing time while in the G League.
Jan 18, 2025
Good to go Saturday
Miller (illness) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Cavaliers.
ANALYSIS
Miller will be available Saturday after missing Minnesota's previous contest due to an illness. However, the second-year forward has made just three appearances this season, so he is unlikely to feature heavily in the team's rotation.
Jan 16, 2025
Ruled out for Friday
Miller (illness) will not play Friday against the Knicks.
ANALYSIS
Miller has played a total of six minutes at the NBA level this season, so this news doesn't have many fantasy implications.
Dec 22, 2024
Recalled to NBA on Sunday
Miller was recalled from the Timberwolves' G League affiliate Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Miller will rejoin the Timberwolves ahead of Monday's game against Atlanta, though he has yet to make an appearance in an NBA game this season. The 21-year-old has played in 16 G League outings in the 2024-25 campaign, during which he has averaged 24.4 points, 11.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.9 steals across 37.9 minutes per contest.
Nov 20, 2024
Recalled to NBA
Minnesota recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Miller posted 23 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks during Iowa's G League win over Motor City on Wednesday morning. He's yet to appear in a regular-season NBA game this season after making 17 appearances as a rookie last year.
Jul 14, 2024
Starting in SL on Sunday
Miller (eye) will start Sunday's Summer League game against the Pacers.
ANALYSIS
Miller suffered a left eye injury during Friday's Summer League contest and was forced to exit after 16 minutes of action. However, he'll be back in the starting lineup Sunday.
Jul 12, 2024
Won't return to SL game
Miller is out for the remainder of Friday's Summer League game against the Pelicans due to a left eye injury.
ANALYSIS
Miller will finish Friday's contest with 10 points (3-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), six rebounds and three steals in 16 minutes before exiting early. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's Summer League matchup with Indiana.
Mar 25, 2024
Brief stint in G League
Minnesota recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Miller, Josh Minott and Wendell Moore were all assigned and recalled Friday, suggesting they practiced with the G League squad. Miller has made two NBA appearances in March, totaling five minutes of action.
Mar 11, 2024
Recalled to NBA
Miller has been recalled from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Miller will probably be used as a depth piece off the bench. He's averaging 20.3 points per game at the G League level, but he's been limited to just seven appearances and 3.7 minutes per contest with Minnesota.
Feb 16, 2024
Gets garbage-time run in blowout
Miller (Achilles) played the final 4:49 of Thursday's 128-91 win over the Trail Blazers, logging two assists and missing his only field-goal attempt.
ANALYSIS
Due to an Achilles injury, Miller was sidelined Tuesday for the G League Iowa Wolves' 113-111 win over the Rip City Remix in the affiliate's final game before the All-Star break, but the rookie was healthy enough to make an appearance off the bench for the parent club Thursday. Miller has seen action in just seven games for the Timberwolves this season, averaging 2.1 points and 1.4 rebounds in 3.7 minutes.
Feb 9, 2024
Headed to G League
The Timberwolves assigned Miller to the Iowa Wolves of the G league on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Miller played three minutes against Milwaukee on Thursday and will now head to the G League. The rookie forward should receive increased opportunities with the Iowa Wolves.
Feb 8, 2024
Out for Thursday
Miller (illness) will not play in Thursday's game against the Bucks.
ANALYSIS
Miller is not usually in the rotation for Minnesota, so his absence doesn't carry many fantasy implications.
Feb 8, 2024
Questionable for Thursday
Miller is questionable for Thursday's game against Milwaukee due to an illness.
ANALYSIS
Miller was recalled by Minnesota on Monday, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up Thursday. However, his status shouldn't impact the Timberwolves' rotation.
Feb 5, 2024
Joins parent club
Minnesota recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Minnesota also recalled Josh Minott, but it's unclear if he and Miller will stick around long enough to be available for Tuesday's game versus Chicago.
Jan 10, 2024
Recalled from G League
The Timberwolves recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Miller has been a standout for Iowa, but he hasn't been given many opportunities with the Timberwolves yet. His last NBA appearance came Dec. 26 versus Oklahoma City, posting seven points and one rebound in five minutes.
Jan 4, 2024
Returns to NBA
The Timberwolves recalled Miler from the Iowa Wolves of the G League on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Miller is coming off a dominant performance in the G League, tallying 35 points, 13 rebounds, six assists and one steal. However, the rookie forward is unlikely to receive significant playing time for the Timberwolves while in the NBA.
Dec 25, 2023
Called up for Tuesday
The Timberwolves recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Miller and Josh Minott have been central figures for Iowa this season, but both players will be called up in advance of Tuesday's game against Oklahoma City. Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is questionable to play Tuesday, but Miller would likely profile as a mere depth piece even if the former is unable to suit up.
Nov 28, 2023
Back to NBA
Minnesota recalled Miller from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Miller, Josh Minott, Wendell Moore, Luka Garza and Daishen Nix were all sent to the G League earlier in the day to presumably practice but have since returned to the NBA club. Miller has made just three NBA appearances thus far, totaling two points, six rebounds and one assist in six minutes.
Nov 21, 2023
Promoted Tuesday
Miller has been recalled to the Timberwolves' roster in advance of Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.
ANALYSIS
Miller has logged just two minutes for the Timberwolves this season while getting reps with Minnesota's G League affiliate instead. Jaden McDaniels (ankle) is set for a multi-game absence, which could unlock a small bench role for Miller.
Oct 29, 2023
Designated to G League
Miller was officially designated to Minnesota's G League affiliate Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Miller, the No.33 pick in the 2023 Draft, has turned heads with his rebounding prowess and rare on-ball skillset at 6-foot-9. Nonetheless, he'll receive additional development at the G League level, especially with Minnesota's frontcourt logjam which already featured Naz Reid coming off the bench.
Jul 12, 2023
Swats three shots
Miller tallied 18 points (7-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three blocks and two assists in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 99-93 Summer League loss to Atlanta.
ANALYSIS
Miller has been one of the Summer League's standouts so far and is looking like a steal as a second-round pick for Minnesota. Miller was able to effectively use his long frame Wednesday to bother shots at the rim.
Jul 10, 2023
Continues to impress
Miller recorded 20 points (7-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, three steals and two assists in 31 minutes during Monday's 108-96 loss to the Jazz.
ANALYSIS
One of Miller's biggest concerns coming out of the G League Ignite last season was his outside shooting, so his efficiency from all three levels Monday was impressive. He also utilized his long frame to notch three steals.
Jul 9, 2023
Lands two-way deal
Miller signed a two-way contract with the Timberwolves on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The 6-foot-10 forward from Canada signed with Minnesota two days after he submitted a double-double (16 points, 11 rebounds) to go with two steals and one block in 24 minutes in his Las Vegas Summer League debut versus the Pelicans. Miller was the 33rd overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft in June following an impressive showing as a 19-year-old with the G League Ignite during the 2022-23 season, and while he boasts quality athleticism and above-average ballhandling skills for a player his size, his underdeveloped perimeter shot and iffy defense make it uncertain if he's seize a regular rotation spot as a rookie.
Jul 7, 2023
Double-doubles against Pelicans
Miller notched 16 points (7-11 FG, 2-4 3PT, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in 24 minutes of Friday's 102-88 Summer League win over the Pelicans.
ANALYSIS
Miller was the lone pick the Timberwolves made in the 2023 NBA draft after they acquired him in a trade with the Spurs. The 6-foot-9 forward has impressive size and athleticism on the wings, and while he is considered quite raw, it was nice to see him hit a couple shots from deep and defend at a high level.