On June 26, Timberwolves fans headed into draft night expecting little for a team coming off a euphoric trip to the Western Conference Finals. President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly ushered in a reminder to keep your head on a swivel as he rifled up the draft boards to select Rob Dillingham out of Kentucky with the #8 overall pick. The shifty guard with a penchant for wizardry with a basketball ignited excitement within a fanbase still nursing the hangover from the 2024 NBA playoffs.
Dillingham’s natural talent with the ball is undeniable. His handle with the basketball transformed his one-on-one matchups to resemble a Harlem Globetrotter show.