What is Jaden McDaniels’ height? Fact checking forward’s real height after recent reports

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels appears to have hit a late height growth spurt. Or has he?

According to Jon Krawczynski, who covers the Timberwolves for The Athletic, McDaniels was measured at 6-foot-11 this offseason. His height is listed at 6-9 on the NBA site.

The 22-year-old appears to have grown a couple inches if reports are true. Krawczynski says the measurements were made at offseason workouts. He also said that official height measurements for the roster will be made later in the year as the team gets closer to the season and training camp.

It would be stunning news if true. Most males stop growing after age 18. Perhaps, McDaniels was just wearing some extra thick shoes since there was no confirmation if the measurement was made with shoes. Official NBA height measurements are now made without shoes.

For now, Jaden McDaniels' height is still listed at 6-9 by Minnesota. It remains to be seen if his height will be adjusted on the team's roster.

His height is just one piece of the giant lineup Minnesota has. It is anchored by big men Karl-Anthony Towns (7-0) and Rudy Gobert (7-1). Even guard Anthony Edwards is 6-4.

Jaden McDaniels' NBA stats

The former five-star prospect played his college ball at Washington. He was the 28th pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.

He has played for the Timberwolves for three seasons. He averaged career highs in points last season with 12.1 points per game in 79 games. He dramatically improved his shooting percentages as well. He hit a remarkable 51.7% of his shots, including 39.8% from 3-point range.

McDaniels has one year left on his deal after Minnesota exercised its team option. He will make $3.9 million next season before entering restricted free agency.

Jaden McDaniels ended last season on a sour note. He fractured his hand after he punched a wall following Minnesota’s win over the New Orleans Pelicans in the play-in tournament.

He will likely be healed and ready to go next season. He will be a crucial part of the Timberwolves rotation as they fight for a playoff spot in an improved Western Conference.