Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Naz Reid

Discover the career path of Naz Reid, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Naz Reid is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA. He previously played college basketball at LSU. Reid is known for his impactful performances off the bench and was recognized as the NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2024, solidifying his role as a key contributor to his team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 12, 2017: Committed to LSU

On September 12, 2017, Naz Reid committed to play college basketball at LSU (Louisiana State University).

November 6, 2018: College debut

On November 6, 2018, Naz Reid made his college debut with 17 points and 6 rebounds in a 94–63 win over Southeastern Louisiana University.

2018: Timberwolves qualify for postseason

In 2018, Naz Reid was a key reserve on a Timberwolves team that qualified for their first postseason appearance since 2018.

2018: McDonald's All-American Boys Game

In 2018, Naz Reid was invited to the McDonald's All-American Boys Game, where he scored 15 points, had 11 rebounds, two assists, and one block while playing for 20 minutes.

April 3, 2019: Declared for the NBA draft

On April 3, 2019, Naz Reid declared for the 2019 NBA draft and hired an agent, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility.

July 5, 2019: Signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves

On July 5, 2019, Naz Reid signed a two-way contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves of the NBA and their G League affiliate, the Iowa Wolves.

July 17, 2019: Signed multi-year contract with the Timberwolves

On July 17, 2019, Naz Reid signed a multi-year contract with the Timberwolves.

December 8, 2019: NBA debut

On December 8, 2019, Naz Reid made his NBA debut, scoring three points in a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

January 13, 2020: Season-high 20 points

On January 13, 2020, Naz Reid scored a season-high 20 points in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

February 6, 2021: Career-high 29 points

On February 6, 2021, Naz Reid scored a career-high 29 points, alongside six rebounds and two steals, in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

January 2, 2022: Season-high 23 points

On January 2, 2022, Naz Reid scored a season-high 23 points, alongside 11 rebounds, in a loss to the Lakers.

December 16, 2022: Season-high 28 points

On December 16, 2022, during his first start of the season, Naz Reid scored a season-high 28 points and grabbed nine rebounds to help Minnesota to a win over the Thunder.

February 1, 2023: Recorded 24 points, 13 rebounds and four assists

On February 1, 2023, Naz Reid recorded 24 points, 13 rebounds and four assists in an overtime win over the Golden State Warriors.

June 25, 2023: Signed contract extension

On June 25, 2023, Naz Reid signed a three-year $42 million contract extension with the Timberwolves.

March 8, 2024: Career-high 34 points

On March 8, 2024, Naz Reid scored a career-high 34 points during a loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

April 24, 2024: Received the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award

On April 24, 2024, Naz Reid received the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award.

2024: NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award

In 2024, Naz Reid won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award.

January 2025: High school number retired

In January 2025, Naz Reid's high school retired his number 5 in a ceremony he and his Timberwolves teammates attended in the school gym in Roselle, New Jersey.