Ayo Dosunmu News, Rumors, Updates - Minnesota Timberwolves

Expected to play vs. Miami Dosunmu (rest) is expected to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener versus the Heat.

Impact Dosunmu isn't injured and should play Wednesday after sitting out Friday's preseason finale. In 24 regular-season appearances with Minnesota in 2025-26, he averaged 14.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 28.8 minutes per tilt. He should play a sizable role for the club in 2026-27.

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Won't play Friday Dosunmu isn't dealing with an injury but will sit out Friday's preseason finale against the Bulls for rest purposes, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Impact Dosunmu won't travel with the Timberwolves but is expected to be ready to go for their regular-season opener against the Heat on Wednesday. With the 26-year-old sidelined, Terrence Shannon, Isaiah Evans and Bones Hyland could see increased playing time.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adds 11 points off bench Dosunmu chipped in 11 points (3-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three steals, two assists and one block across 20 minutes in Monday's 122-104 preseason win over the Knicks.

Impact After resting Saturday, Dosunmu returned to action and provided a spark off the bench with three triples. His three steals also matched a game high. The Illinois product averaged 14.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 24 regular-season appearances (nine starts) with the Timberwolves last season and is positioned to be a key contributor during the 2026-27 campaign.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Dosunmu (rest) is available for Monday's preseason game against the Knicks.

Impact After resting Saturday, Dosunmu will be available off the bench at Madison Square Garden. Through two preseason games, he's averaging 7.5 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 15.0 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Saturday Dosunmu (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's preseason game against Miami.

Impact Dosunmu will get a breather for Saturday's contest, as will other prominent Timberwolves players like Anthony Edwards (rest) and LaMelo Ball (rest). Dosunmu's next chance to play is Monday against the Knicks.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Ayo Dosunmu gives the Timberwolves some LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga insurance There are some real concerns about LaMelo Ball's injury history and Jonathan Kuminga's fit. If things go south, the Timberwolves will rely o...

OCTOBER 10 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

The Athletic: Ayo Dosunmu setting the tone for the Timberwolves Ayo Dosunmu is bringing toughness and leadership to the Minnesota Timberwolves, motivating Anthony Edwards in the process.

OCTOBER 9 • NBA.COM

Comes off bench Monday Dosunmu finished with five points (2-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and three rebounds across 13 minutes in Monday's 116-97 preseason win over Milwaukee.

Impact Dosunmu wasn't in the starting lineup Monday night. Instead, it was Jonathan Kuminga who started alongside LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels. The 26-year-old was traded by the Bulls ahead of last season's deadline. In 34 regular-season games with the Timberwolves, including nine starts, Dosunmu averaged 14.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals over 28.9 minutes per contest. It's possible Dosunmu will earn some starts during the 2026-27 campaign, and though he might come off the bench routinely, he should remain a stable fantasy contributor.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves' feel-good roster allows newcomers to grow comfortable quickly Ayo Dosunmu is having fun with the star player, and LaMelo Ball already seems to love being in Minnesota.

OCTOBER 5 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Timberwolves' three-guard lineup could give opposing defenses problems With Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, and Ayo Dosunmu, the Timberwolves can put stress on opposing teams in multiple ways.

OCTOBER 4 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Ayo Dosunmu will prove the Timberwolves right for their $112 million commitment The Timberwolves gave Ayo Dosunmu $112 million this summer. Undoubtedly, this was a big contract, but it's one that Ayo can live up to.

OCTOBER 2 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Ayo Dosunmu's history with the Bulls will help him excel in his new Timberwolves role While playing alongside LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards will put Ayo Dosunmu in a unique off-ball role, it's one he's already thrived in wit...

OCTOBER 1 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

In Minnesota for the long run Dosunmu reiterated Monday that he views Minnesota as his long-term home after re-signing with the Timberwolves during the offseason, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Impact "I felt at home. That was the most important part," Dosunmu said, adding that he can envision starting a family in Minnesota and pointing to the area's public schools as another factor in his desire to stay. The 26-year-old signed a five-year, $112 million deal this summer after averaging 14.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.5 assists across 24 regular-season appearances for Minnesota following his midseason arrival from Chicago.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ayo Dosunmu is the high-end complementary player that the Timberwolves need With a ton of established talent, the Timberwolves need someone who can thrive in an off-ball role, and Ayo Dosunmu can do just that.

SEPTEMBER 24 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Timberwolves' Strong Potential Future Is Being Overlooked The Minnesota Timberwolves completely reoriented their roster this offseason. They sent out Naz Reid and Julius Randle for LaMelo Ball and s...

SEPTEMBER 20 • SI.COM

The 5 biggest threats to Timberwolves' Ayo Dosunmu for Sixth Man of the Year Ayo Dosunmu should be productive off the bench, but there are many candidates for Sixth Man of the Year in 2026-27.

SEPTEMBER 19 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Why Ayo Dosunmu's 2026-27 Is So Important to Timberwolves' Future On the night of the 2024 NBA Draft, the Minnesota Timberwolves made a mistake. They traded an unprotected first-round pick to the San Antoni...

SEPTEMBER 17 • SI.COM

Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. could be the Timberwolves' new Twin Turbos While Ayo Dosunmu and Bones Hyland formed the Twin Turbos duo last season, Terrence Shannon Jr. could be ready to snatch Hyland's chain.

SEPTEMBER 16 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Ayo Dosunmu gives the Timberwolves' bench some much-needed stability There are some valid questions about the Timberwolves' bench unit. But thankfully, Ayo Dosunmu gives them a reliable, high-end bench player.

SEPTEMBER 14 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Illinois legend Ayo Dosunmu is a shining example of why leaving a legacy matters The Illinois basketball program has seen a resurgence in recent years, and it can be attributed to Ayo Dosunmu Dosunmu, a product of Chicago...

SEPTEMBER 13 • WRITINGILLINI.COM

Jonathan Kuminga picked the Timberwolves for the on-court fit and the genuine connection he felt

Jonathan Kuminga recognized his on-court fit with the Minnesota Timberwolves and jumped at the chance to join a winning team

SEPTEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Timberwolves' best lineup will include Ayo Dosunmu, not Jonathan Kuminga While Jonathan Kuminga will likely start in most games for the Timberwolves, Ayo Dosunmu is a better fit alongside Minnesota's starting grou...

SEPTEMBER 10 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Timberwolves' roster changes will further highlight Ayo Dosunmu's value Ayo Dosunmu already proved to be a great fit with the Timberwolves last season, but now with more talent throughout the roster, his skill se...

SEPTEMBER 2 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Jonathan Kuminga's arrival sets up Ayo Dosunmu as a Sixth Man of the Year candidate A move to the bench could actually benefit Dosunmu, giving him a chance to lead Minnesota’s second unit and establish himself as a top sixth...

AUGUST 28 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

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