US EditionAyo Dosunmu glad to join Timberwolves, who face reloading Clippers
The Timberwolves traded for Dosunmu and Phillips to address defensive struggles and bench scoring; Minnesota ranks sixth in the Western Conference, GM Tim Connelly said.
- On Thursday, Feb. 5, the Timberwolves acquired Ayo Dosunmu and Julian Phillips from the Chicago Bulls, sending Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller and four second-round picks to Chicago.
- After Rudy Gobert called for accountability, the front office pushed to improve the roster at the deadline, citing effort and accountability concerns.
- Minnesota views Ayo Dosunmu as an energetic bench scorer and on-ball defender, with opponents shooting just 41.4% against him, praised by Wolves star Anthony Edwards for his length and fundamentals.
- With the Wolves 32-21 and tied for the 6-seed, the addition positions Minnesota to bolster bench scoring and defense late in games, mirroring Nickeil Alexander-Walker's spark role.
- With the Wolves 12 since Christmas and surrendering 113.6 points per 100 possessions, Gobert said, 'At some point, if the players don't have accountability, someone has to have accountability for the players,' Gobert told reporters after the game.
19 Articles
19 Articles
Rudy Gobert suggests Timberwolves be benched for effort. Maybe Ayo Dosunmu is an easier fix
At his introductory press conference Friday, new Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu was asked to best describe his game. “I would say someone that competes on both ends of the court, get out in transition, use my speed, push the pace, get guys involved, very efficient,” Dosunmu said. “I take pride in being an efficient basketball player, getting to the line, making my open shots, being aggressive. Always being aggressive at every mark of the game an…
Rockdale Citizen & Newton Citizen
Ayo Dosunmu glad to join Timberwolves, who face reloading Clippers
Ayo Dosunmu hoped for an opportunity to reach the playoffs this season.
Rudy Gobert suggests Timberwolves be benched for effort. Maybe Ayo Dosunmu’s arrival is an easier fix
At his introductory press conference Friday – a day after being dealt to Minnesota – new Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu was asked to best describe his game. “I would say someone that competes on both ends of the court, get out in transition, use my speed, push the pace, get guys involved, very efficient,” Dosunmu said. “I take pride in being an efficient basketball player, getting to the line, making my open shots, being aggressive. Always being…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 46% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
