In the Timberwolves’ most recent game on Monday, Rob Dillingham did not receive any playing time. His normal time on the court instead went to Bones Hyland, who scored 14 points in 16 minutes. With the way Hyland performed, one would have to expect that this change in the rotation isn’t just a one-game thing.
There are many reasons why Dillingham has been subtracted from the rotation. His play certainly hasn’t earned him the right to be a staple in it. Something that isn’t talked about enough, though, is how the Julius Randle trade really hurt his chance at success from the start due to Minnesota also adding guard Donte DiVincenzo in the deal.