Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Handles minor role in return
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Dillingham (ankle) finished with six points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt), one assist and one steal in eight minutes off the bench in Friday's 97-87 win over the Lakers.
The rookie first-round pick had missed Minnesota's last four games with an ankle sprain. Though he took back a spot in the rotation from Josh Minott on Friday, Dillingham still carved out only a minor role, and his path to meaningful minutes will likely be blocked so long as the likes of Mike Conley, Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo are all healthy.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Cleared for Friday vs. Lakers
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Dillingham (ankle) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Dillingham is slated to make his return to action following a four-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. The rookie has received inconsistent playing time throughout the season, and in his last five outings he has averaged 5.6 points, 1.8 assists and 1.2 rebounds while shooting 44.4 percent from the field across 12.4 minutes per contest.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Could return Friday
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Dillingham (ankle) could return to action Friday against the Lakers, Andrew Dukowitz of Zone Coverage reports.
Dillingham has missed the past four games for Minnesota, but on top of doing some light drills at Wednesday's practice, he was also able to play in a 5-on-5 scrimmage. He's had a minor role this season, however, averaging 8.4 minutes across 11 appearances.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Won't suit up Sunday
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Dillingham (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Dillingham will miss a fourth straight contest while dealing with a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will come against the Lakers next Friday.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Remains out Friday
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Dillingham (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Warriors.
Dillingham will miss a third straight contest while dealing with a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will come during a rematch against the Warriors on Sunday. However, the rookie isn't expected to see a lot of minutes even if deemed available.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Out Monday
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Dillingham (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
After seeing playing time in seven straight games while Mike Conley was dealing with an injury, Dillingham was a healthy DNP during Friday's one-point win over the Clippers. The rookie's potential absence shouldn't impact Minnesota's rotation.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Dealing with ankle sprain
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Dillingham is questionable for Monday's game against the Lakers due to a right ankle sprain.
After seeing playing time in seven straight games while Mike Conley was dealing with an injury, Dillingham was a healthy DNP during Friday's one-point win over the Clippers. The rookie's potential absence shouldn't majorly impact Minnesota's rotation.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Scores 12 off bench
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Dillingham totaled 12 points (5-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt), five rebounds and seven assists over 24 minutes during Tuesday's 117-111 overtime loss to Houston.
This comes on the heels of a 14-point performance Sunday against the Celtics. The No. 8 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Dillingham has made the most of his newfound minutes due to Mike Conley (toe) being on the shelf. The rookie will continue to be on the streaming radar for as long as Conley is sidelined.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Pops for 15 to wrap up preseason
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Dillingham scored 15 points (6-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt) while adding seven assists and two rebounds in 26 minutes during Thursday's 132-126 preseason loss to the Nuggets.
While Denver trotted out its likely starting five for the regular season, Minnesota elected to rest all its key players, giving bench players like Dillingham a chance of making one final good impression on Minnesota's coaches. The 19-year-old guard flashed his offensive skills this preseason, but while he's a big part of the team's future, Dillingham likely won't have a huge role in the Timberwolves' backcourt to begin his NBA career.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Starting in preseason finale
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Dillingham will start in Thursday's preseason finale against the Nuggets.
The Timberwolves are not only resting their starters, but they're also resting their regular reserves for this contest. Dillingham, the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, will get the start at point guard and will feature alongside P.J. Dozier in the backcourt.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Pops for 21 against Lakers
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Dillingham scored 21 points (9-20 FG, 3-6 3Pt) while adding four assists and a rebound in 25 minutes off the bench during Friday's preseason win over the Lakers.
The 19-year-old guard got plenty of run in Minnesota's preseason opener, and he showed off the skills that made him the eighth overall pick in the 2024 Draft. Dillingham may not see much of the court early in his rookie season behind a veteran backcourt led by Mike Conley, Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo, but if injuries hit, the Kentucky product could be asked to do more than provide some instant offense off the bench.
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Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham: Reels in double-double
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Dillingham logged 25 points (11-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 12 assists, three rebounds and two steals across 32 minutes of Sunday's 115-100 win over the Magic in Summer League.
Dillingham ended Summer League on a high note, corralling a monster double-double and showcasing the diverse offensive skillset that moved him up the draft charts this offseason. Dillingham is expected to serve as the primary backup to Mike Conley in 2024-25.
