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Ayo Dosunmu’s Stories Explain Chris Finch’s ‘Bad Blood’ Remark

Ayo Dosunmu’s stories from inside Timberwolves practices shed new light on the intense competition that caught Chris Finch’s attention.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:15 PM
Ayo Dosunmu’s Stories Explain Chris Finch’s ‘Bad Blood’ Remark
Key Things to Know
  • Ayo Dosunmu's Players' Tribune essay provided context for coach Chris Finch's remarks about practice gym "bad blood."
  • Dosunmu detailed intense, competitive trash-talk sessions during Timberwolves workouts, primarily involving Anthony Edwards.
  • Finch previously observed that offseason scrimmages in September frequently sounded on the verge of boiling over.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ayo Dosunmu wrote a letter for The Players' Tribune detailing the intense, trash-talk-filled practices that explained head coach Chris Finch's earlier remarks about "bad blood" during Minnesota Timberwolves offseason sessions. Dosunmu shared stories about fierce, competitive back-and-forth arguments on the court with Anthony Edwards, showing how the team pushed each other in preparation for the season.

Finch had previously noted that practice competition nearly boiled over in September, though players embraced the challenge. Dosunmu highlighted that the competitive standard remains crucial as Edwards recovers from knee surgery, increasing Dosunmu's own responsibilities within Minnesota's lineup.

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