Kevin Martin will not play Monday versus the Cavaliers due to a sore right wrist.

Martin will not play Monday versus the Cavaliers due to a sore right wrist.

Analysis:

Martin was not questionable heading into Monday's matchup, so the late scratch is somewhat surprising. He is currently bothered by a sore right wrist, which obviously would affect his shooting stroke. The Timberwolves are likely trying to avoid a lingering issue by resting Martin Monday. His next opportunity to play will be Wednesday versus the Thunder. Since returning from a seven game absence, Martin is posting 9.0 points, 1.6 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 0.9 threes in 15.7 minutes per game over the last nine.