US EditionHere’s What Wolves Need to See From Rob Dillingham in Summer League
MINNESOTA, JUL 9 – After a tough rookie season with low shooting percentages, Rob Dillingham has improved his defense and effort, earning a chance for consistent playing time next year, coach said.
- Rob Dillingham led the Minnesota Timberwolves Summer League team in July 2025 as he seeks consistent minutes next NBA season.
- Dillingham had an inconsistent rookie year, played 516 minutes ranked 34th among 2025 draftees, and viewed last season as a difficult learning experience.
- Timberwolves have not added other point guards in free agency or draft, increasing expectations for Dillingham to reduce Mike Conley's workload.
- Assistant coach Max Lefevre said, “We all know we need some point guard minutes” and emphasized Dillingham must defend at a high rate.
- Dillingham's Summer League showing is crucial for proving his readiness, especially defensively, as Minnesota may rely on him more in 2025-26.
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