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Ayo Dosunmu steps up for Timberwolves amid Anthony Edwards' injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 8:22 PM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Ayo Dosunmu steps up for Timberwolves amid Anthony Edwards' injury

Summary

Ayo Dosunmu's scoring has surged since joining the Timberwolves' starting lineup due to Anthony Edwards' knee injury. In his last seven games, Dosunmu is averaging 21.6 points and hitting 47% of his three-point attempts. Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch highlighted Dosunmu's efficient shooting and decision-making as crucial to his recent success. Dosunmu credited teammate Rudy Gobert for his effective screens, which have opened up opportunities for scoring. The Timberwolves continue to adapt to Edwards’ absence as they aim to maintain their performance this season.

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Status Watch

•Dosunmu scores 26 points against the Jazz on Sunday.
•He has a 62.5 true shooting percentage this season.
•His increased role corresponds with Edwards' injury.
•Gobert's screens contribute significantly to Dosunmu's scoring opportunities.
•Timberwolves seek to maintain performance without Edwards.

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8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves’ Ayo Dosunmu reveals mindset behind increased offensive production

What they're saying

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MINNEAPOLIS — Since being inserted into the starting lineup in the wake of superstar Anthony Edwards’ knee injury , guard Ayo Dosunmu’s scoring production has increased significantly. “I mean, I think it’s always been in there,” said Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch, who was asked about the University of Illinois product’s scoring increase after […] The post Timberwolves’ Ayo Dosunmu reveals mindset behind increased offensive production appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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