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Timberwolves’ Ayo Dosunmu steps up amid key injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 2:25 AM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Timberwolves’ Ayo Dosunmu steps up amid key injuries

Summary

Ayo Dosunmu is making an impact for the Minnesota Timberwolves as they navigate injuries, including that of Anthony Edwards. Through the first seven games of the 2026-2027 season, Dosunmu is averaging 15.3 points per game and shooting 48% from three-point range. Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch highlighted Dosunmu’s growth and increased responsibility in the starting lineup. Dosunmu aims to fill the void left by Edwards and leads the team with his aggressive play on both ends of the floor. The Timberwolves look to continue leveraging his performance as they adapt to current injuries.

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Status Watch

•Dosunmu is averaging a career-high 15.3 points through seven games.
•He is stepping into a leading role due to Anthony Edwards’ injury.
•Chris Finch believes Dosunmu has grown beyond a complementary player.
•The Timberwolves aim to win games as they adjust to their roster challenges.

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2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves’ Chris Finch reveals key factor in Ayo Dosunmu for ‘stepping up’ amid injuries

What they're saying

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MINNEAPOLIS — Amid several key injuries, including to superstar guard Anthony Edwards , Ayo Dosunmu is proving that his 2026 run after being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves was no fluke. Through the first seven games of the Wolves’ 2026-2027 campaign, Dosunmu is averaging a would-be career-high 15.3 points per game, while shooting 48 percent […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch reveals key factor in Ayo Dosunmu for ‘stepping up’ amid injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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