Jaden McDaniels

As the now-famous quote almost goes, the Phoenix Suns may have historically-great talent scattered along their offensive perimeter — but the Minnesota Timberwolves have a man by the name of Jaden McDaniels. With the stage officially set for McDaniels to prove his All-Star teammate’s prescient proclamation right, the talented two-way swingman focuses in, mirroring Bradley Beal’s slippery dribble move expertly, forcing a pass and ultimately, a successful defensive trip. Presented the opportunity to both deliver a dagger into the Suns’ hearts and earn a new postseason career-high in one shot, McDaniels capitalizes on a wide-open look from the left corner, squaring up to bury a lead-extending 3-pointer. Determined to leave his imprint after missing last year’s postseason, the fourth-year forward dazzled on both ends, turning in a game-high 25 points, eight rebounds, three assists, one steal, two 3-pointers and a +24 plus-minus. Poised and composed throughout a physical game, McDaniels helped guide the Timberwolves to a statement victory and a 2-0 series edge on April 23, 2024.