Donte DiVincenzo practiced for the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday, but Rudy Gobert did not as he continues to battle back spasms. While there was previously optimism both DiVincenzo and Julius Randle could return during this week's road trip,
The Minnesota Timberwolves finally seem to be at full strength after being without key pieces due to injury. Julius Randle came back on March 2 after missing 13 outings with a right groin strain.
DiVincenzo leads the Timberwolves in net rating since Dec. 19, with Minnesota outscoring opponents by seven points per 100 possessions when he’s in the lineup. He sports the team’s best offensive rating (117.3 points per 100 possessions) in that time, while also maintaining strong team numbers on the other end.
The best NBA player props for Friday, March 7 include Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo and Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara in their respective matchups.
Rudy Gobert's status on the latest Timberwolves injury report for Friday's game at the Miami Heat was upgraded to questionable due to lower back spasms. Gobert has been ruled out in every game since the All-Star break and hasn't played since Feb.
Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley has been ruled out for Wednesday night's game against the Charlotte Hornets for a rest day on the second night of a back to back. Center Rudy Gobert also remains out with a back injury.
While Minnesota dealt with injuries to bigger names like Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert (back) in February, DiVincenzo's absence from the second unit was also keenly felt. The 24 points were his best showing in three games since making his return from a toe injury,