The Minnesota Timberwolves made a splash on trade deadline day, acquiring guard Ayo Dosunmu from the Chicago Bulls in a multi-asset deal that also brings forward Julian Phillips to Minnesota. In return, the Bulls receive young guard Rob Dillingham, forward Leonard Miller and four future second-round draft picks. 

ANALYSIS: Minnesota receives Ayo Dosunmu, a 26-year-old guard having a career-best season with averages around 15.0 points, 3.6 assists and strong shooting splits (51.4 % FG, 45.1 % 3-point) and Julian Phillips, a young wing who provides depth on the perimeter. 

On the other hand, Chicago will receive Rob Dillingham, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, a young scorer with upside; Leonard Miller, a forward prospect with rotational experience and four second-round draft picks – significant draft capital for the Bulls to continue their roster overhaul. 

The trade bolsters Minnesota’s backcourt scoring and shooting as the Wolves push toward the Western Conference playoffs, giving them a proven guard who can contribute immediately next to stars like Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle. Dosunmu’s ability to hit from deep and create offense fills a major need for a Wolves team that has struggled for consistent production outside its top stars. 

For Chicago, the trade fits with a broader roster rebuild and teardown – parting with multiple core rotation pieces this week – and adds a mix of youth and draft assets as they look to retool their lineup for the future.