NBA Rumors: Wolves' Donte Divincenzo Viewed As Trade Candidate By 'Contending Teams'

NBA Rumors: Wolves’ Donte Divincenzo Viewed As Trade Candidate By ‘Contending Teams’

Donte Divincenzo’s time with the Minnesota Timberwolves may be nearing an end. According to league sources, the 26-year-old guard is drawing interest from several “contending teams” and could be moved before the NBA trade deadline on February 9th.

Background

Divincenzo was acquired by the Timberwolves in a trade with the Sacramento Kings in February 2022. He quickly became a key part of the team’s rotation, averaging 12.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game last season.

However, Divincenzo’s production has dipped this season, and he has fallen out of the Timberwolves’ starting lineup. He is averaging just 7.7 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game.

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Sources say that several teams are interested in acquiring Divincenzo, including the Phoenix Suns, Miami Heat, and New Orleans Pelicans. These teams are looking for a wing player who can provide them with shooting and defense.

“Divincenzo is a guy who can really help a contending team,” one league executive said. “He’s a good shooter, he’s a good defender, and he’s a hard worker. He’s also a young player with a lot of potential.”

Analysis or Impact

If the Timberwolves do trade Divincenzo, it would likely be part of a larger move to improve the team’s chances of making the playoffs. The Timberwolves are currently 24-24 and in 11th place in the Western Conference standings.

“I think the Timberwolves are trying to make a move to get into the playoffs,” said ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. “Divincenzo is a valuable player, but he’s not a core piece. If they can get a good return for him, I think they’ll do it.”

Conclusion

The NBA trade deadline is less than two weeks away, and the Timberwolves are one of several teams that could make a move before the deadline. Divincenzo is a player who could be on the move, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.