Quick Info
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 17/01/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Ayo Dosunmu
Dosunmu agreed to stay with the Minnesota Timberwolves on a five-year contract reported to be worth $112 million, with a player option in the fifth season. The Timberwolves officially announced the re-signing on July 10, 2026, after the team had made the guard a top offseason priority. The deal followed his strong play after being acquired from Chicago at the February trade deadline.
Dosunmu scored 43 points off the bench during the opening round of the 2026 NBA playoffs, helping Minnesota eliminate the Denver Nuggets. He scored in double figures in eight of Minnesota's 10 playoff games and averaged 15.6 points per game in that span. His performance established him as a key contributor for the Timberwolves' postseason run.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Quamdeen Ayopo Dosunmu |
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| Position | Guard (shooting guard / point guard) |
| League | National Basketball Association (NBA) |
| Current Team | Minnesota Timberwolves |
| Jersey Number | 13 |
| Debut Year | 2021 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
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| Weight | 200 lb (91 kg) |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2018-2021) |
Personal Life
| Family Background | Born in Chicago to Nigerian immigrants |
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| Siblings | Youngest of six children |
Family
| Parents | Nigerian immigrants |
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Career
| Draft | 2021 NBA Draft, 2nd round, 38th overall pick by the Chicago Bulls |
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| College Career | Played three seasons for Illinois Fighting Illini, starting all 90 appearances |
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| Contract | Re-signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves in July 2026 on a five-year deal reported at $112 million, with a player option in the fifth season |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was one of 26 high school seniors invited to the 2018 Jordan Brand Classic | |
| 2. Was a member of the 2018 U18 Americas Championship team that won gold for the United States | |
| 3. Averaged 25.2 points, 7.4 rebounds and 7.3 assists in his senior high school season | |
| 4. Was traded from the Chicago Bulls to the Minnesota Timberwolves in February 2026 |
