The Minnesota Timberwolves had a great reason to celebrate on Saturday night, but beyond the Game 4 victory over the Denver Nuggets, the Wolves are hurting.
Early on in Game 4, the Timberwolves lost the veteran guard Donte DiVincenzo to a scary injury. It was feared that the reason he had to come off the court was due to an Achilles-related setback.
After leaving the court, DiVincenzo was spotted sporting a book while being wheeled away in a wheelchair. Not long after, the veteran guard was diagnosed with an injury that ended up being the worst-case scenario.
via Shams Charania, ESPN: Minnesota’s Donte DiVincenzo has been diagnosed with a torn right Achilles tendon, sources tell ESPN. His season is over with a lengthy recovery. Devastating blow for the Timberwolves starting guard.
Chris Finch Has An Emotional Reaction
Following the game, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch addressed DiVincenzo’s setback. Reporters in the room described the head coach as emotional and choked up for the veteran forward, who will miss the remainder of the run.
âCompletely devastating for Donte, he was playing so well,” Finch said.
“Heâs had such a great season. Heâs the heart and soul of so many things that we do. You could see the look in his eye when it happened and you knew. We love him and weâll be there for him. And hopefully, we can get one more win.”
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MAY 12: Donte DiVincenzo #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter in Game Four of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Chase Center on May 12, 2025 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
In the first three games of the playoffs, DiVincenzo was averaging 14.3 points (51.6% from the field), 5.0 assists, and 5.0 rebounds per game.
He just wrapped up the healthiest season of his career. During the 2025-2026 NBA season, DiVincenzo appeared in all 82 games for the first season of his eight-year career. He produced averages of 12.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.8 assists.
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