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Mike Conley is the veteran and Rob Dillingham the novice, but neither of them is the answer. The Wolves should keep riding with Donte DiVincenzo. By Jim Souhan The Minnesota Star Tribune November 6, 2025 at 9:44PM Who is that masked man? Wolves guard Donte DiVincenzo has been sporting protection after he broke his nose at Charlotte on Saturday. (Frank Franklin II) ADVERTISEMENT Dillingham continued to solidify his profile as a second-year player. He is passing the ball well, but his shooting and shot selection remain iffy. For every spectacular drive he finishes, twice he has his shot blocked by armpits and ribcages. He doesn’t seem to have any feel for the sheer size he has to navigate when probing NBA defenses. Conley can mitigate his defensive flaws with savvy. Dillingham can’t, not yet. This is why DiVincenzo is such an obvious choice to remain the starter. Related Coverage In training camp, Wolves coach Chris Finch prioritized defense. DiVincenzo is an excellent defender who brings size and intensity to the court. The Wolves’ best defensive lineup: DiVincenzo, Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert. The Wolves’ best offensive lineup: DiVincenzo, Edwards, McDaniels, Randle and Naz Reid. Jim Souhan Columnist Jim Souhan is a sports columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune. He has worked at the paper since 1990, previously covering the Twins and Vikings. See More
