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Ayo Dosunmu is helping the Timberwolves weather the storm without Anthony Edwards

Ayo Dosunmu has stepped up big time as the Minnesota Timberwolves navigate life without Anthony Edwards.

By Eamon Cassels · Dunking with Wolves

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 1:00 PM

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Writer Eamon Cassels argues that Ayo Dosunmu has excelled in stepping up during Anthony Edwards' knee injury absence.
Without Edwards, Dosunmu has averaged a team-high 19.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game.
The Minnesota Timberwolves have achieved a 3-2 record during the stretch without Edwards.

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Dunking with Wolves writer Eamon Cassels highlights Ayo Dosunmu's strong performances for the Minnesota Timberwolves following Anthony Edwards' knee injury. In Edwards' absence, Minnesota has posted a 3-2 record, with Dosunmu averaging a team-high 19.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists on 52.6/36/88.9 shooting splits.

Cassels notes that Dosunmu's ability to drive downhill and attack the rim has provided critical offense alongside teammates like LaMelo Ball. In Minnesota's recent 117-107 win over the Houston Rockets, Dosunmu contributed 21 points and six assists, demonstrating both scoring and playmaking impact.

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