Timberwolves have made their stance on Mike Conley crystal clear

Oct 26, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) looks on against the Indiana Pacers in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images | Jesse Johnson-Imagn ImagesThe Minnesota Timberwolves' pulling Mike Conley from the starting lineup in favor of Donte DiVincenzo just hours before their first game was a move that caught everyone's attention. Recently, Timberwolves reporter Dane Moore noted this was a decision that was made in the days leading up to opening night, rather than the plan all along.

This makes sense given that Conley started over DiVincenzo in both preseason games, when the two guards were available. At the…