Back from calf soreness, Dosunmu limps off with heel pain in Spurs loss. Edwards, McDaniels must carry the load.
Ayo Dosunmu's injury nightmare continues. The Timberwolves guard returned from calf soreness for one game against the , only to limp off in the second quarter with fresh heel pain during a blowout loss. The ex- second-rounder couldn't hack it, raising red flags for Minnesota's bench depth at the worst possible time.
Dosunmu's back-to-back ailments expose a fragile rotation. Anthony Edwards is already locked into Game 2 prep, needing to dominate after a quiet opener. Jaden McDaniels has stepped up defensively, but the Wolves can't afford another walking wounded on the bench.
Every rotation tweak counts in the brutal Western Conference wars. The implications are clear: Minnesota's thin margins decide champions. If Dosunmu can't stay healthy, Edwards must carry the scoring load while McDaniels grinds on both ends.
Otherwise, it's Denver déjà vu—a second-round exit fueled by depth failures. The Wolves' depth crisis is further exacerbated by the absence of Karl-Anthony Towns, who is sidelined with a knee injury. This adds another layer of complexity to the team's rotation, as they must now rely on their bench even more heavily.
The team's ability to manage their rotation effectively will be crucial in the playoffs, where every game is a must-win. The Wolves' coaching staff will need to make strategic decisions about who to play and when, in order to keep their players fresh and healthy. This will be a challenge, given the team's already thin roster and the added injury to Towns.
The team's ability to adapt and overcome these obstacles will be a key factor in their playoff success. With limited options, head coach Chris Finch may turn to a more aggressive defensive scheme, relying on McDaniels' versatility and Okogie's perimeter defense to mask the missing frontcourt. Small‑lineup rotations could see increased minutes for players like Jalen Johnson, whose athleticism offers a temporary spark, but the lack of seasoned bigs forces the Wolves to gamble on speed over size.
Psychologically, the Spurs' blowout victory and Dosunmu's exit could erode confidence, making the next game a test of resilience. Edwards will need to elevate his scoring to compensate, while the rest of the roster must embrace a collective grind. Opponents will likely target Minnesota's thin bench, forcing the Wolves to play through fatigue and potentially exposing further vulnerabilities.
What's next: Dosunmu's heel will be re-evaluated ahead of Game 2. The Wolves need him ready, but glass ankles don't heal fast. Read at Hoops Rumors
Recurring heel and calf issues are a ticking bomb for Minnesota's playoff run. The Wolves need bench warriors, not walking wounded, to survive the Western Conference gauntlet. With Edwards eyeing Game 2 dominance and McDaniels grinding defensively, every rotation tweak counts. Thin margins decide champions—and Dosunmu's fragility could tip the scale toward another early exit.
Hoops Rumorshoopsrumors.comBy Rory Maher8 May, 4:10en-US
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