It was an uneven rookie season for Rob Dillingham. Selected eighth overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, he was unable to force his way into Chris Finch’s rotation on a permanent basis. The 6-foot-1 guard won’t turn 21 until January 4, so time is on his side. In 2024-25 though, Dillingham played just 10.5 minutes per game in his 49 outings, posting averages of 4.5 points, 1.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists. He saw just 16 minutes of action over three games in the postseason.
With Nickeil Alexander-Walker signing with the Hawks, many assumed Dillingham (along with Terrence Shannon Jr.