Thunder's Nerlens Noel (face) ruled out on Saturday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Nerlens Noel (face) will not play in Saturday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

What It Means:

Noel is not available after undergoing facial surgery to repair a fractured left cheek. Mike Muscala should see more minutes at the center position on Saturday.

Muscala's projection against the Timberwolves includes 3.6 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 0.6 assists.