Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley has offered some supporting advice to rookie Rob Dillingham as the regular season moves forward.
The 2024 No. 8 overall pick in the NBA Draft hasn’t seen the floor yet through four games for the Wolves.
The veteran Conley knows it’s all about staying ready for the moment for the 19-year-old.
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Conley spoke to reporters on Thursday about what he’s been providing the rookie for advice.
“He’s doing great. I’m just trying to keep him sane,” Conley said. “I know he wants to play right away. We know what he’s capable of doing and all the things he can help us with when he gets an opportunity. So I’m just trying to stay in his ear and preach to him, how important he is for our team and going forward.
“Things that he can pick up from moments he’s not playing, learning our plays, learning out schemes, learning other team’s schemes… I promise you he’ll be ready when his time comes.”