Timberwolves coach Chris Finch wanted Edwards to catch the ball in the backcourt, giving him more of a running start toward the rim after he had taken 18 free throws in a rugged afternoon in FedExForum. But that was far too easy for the Grizzlies to cut off, which has been the problem for the Wolves this season.
With four and a half minutes remaining in Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch took rookie Rob Dillingham off the floor and put starting point guard Mike Conley back in. The Wolves led 100-95 at the time.
Minnesota Timberwolves season is too reminiscent of the team’s up and down 2022-23 campaign that frustrated fans.
With the way Minnesota Timberwolves guard Rob Dillingham has been playing, it is time to add him into the starting lineup and give him more minutes.
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After a recent stint in the G League, rookie Rob Dillingham has turned in a productive three-game stretch for coach Chris Finch and the Timberwolves.
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"I think he's really starting to turn the corner and find his rhythm," Randle said of Conley. "He's old as hell, so it takes older people a little bit longer. Now that it's game 50, hopefully he's caught his rhythm and we can get this thing going."
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels had a breakout performance in their win against the Dallas Mavericks.
There will be ups and downs for a player so young in such a demanding position. But the juice Dillingham is bringing is undeniable.