The Minnesota Timberwolves' X-Factor in 2026

News ArticlePublishedJul 31, 2026 at 10:43 AM EDTThe Minnesota Timberwolves already know what they have in Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. Those two will get plenty of looks this season, but the player who could actually swing the season might be Ayo Dosunmu.It may be a stretch, but Dosunmu is the type of player who can change a game without needing everything built around him. That could make him the Timberwolves' biggest x-factor heading into 2026.With Edwards and Ball expected to handle a lot of the backcourt spotlight, Dosunmu gives Minnesota another guard who can create offense, defend and step into a bigger role when the team needs him.More sports: San Antonio Spurs’ Full 2026 Season OverviewHe’s already shown he can handle those moments. During the playoffs, Dosunmu had a whopping