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Timberwolves Land Ayo Dosunmu From Bulls in Deadline Deal

The move gives Minnesota Dosunmu’s Bird Rights for a potential over‑cap re‑signing this summer.

Overview

  • Minnesota acquired Ayo Dosunmu and Julian Phillips from Chicago for Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller and four second‑round picks, including 2026 (least favorable of Denver/Golden State) and 2027 (via Cleveland).
  • Dosunmu is having a career-best season at roughly 15.0 points per game and 45.1% from three, and coach Chris Finch said he will be part of the Wolves’ top‑eight rotation.
  • Dosunmu and Phillips did not play Friday; Finch aims to have Dosunmu ready as soon as Sunday against the Clippers.
  • Team president Tim Connelly said Dosunmu was targeted to boost bench offense and expressed hope he becomes a long‑term fit alongside Anthony Edwards.
  • Chicago continues a sell-off to reshape its roster, adding the 2024 No. 8 pick Dillingham, forward Miller and future draft capital as part of its rebuild.