DeMarcus Cousins feels the Timberwolves are missing key ingredient next to Anthony Edwards

Anthony Edwards has emerged as a superstar for the Minnesota Timberwolves, leading them to consecutive Western Conference Finals appearances. Veteran Mike Conley serves as his primary backcourt partner, valued for his mentorship but seen as limited offensively due to a lack of explosiveness, often relegated to a spot-up role.

Former NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins believes the Timberwolves have a bright future with Edwards but argues the team needs an upgraded point guard to reach their full potential and overcome the challenges of the loaded Western Conference. While Cousins acknowledges rookie Rob Dillingham's potential (the 8th overall pick in 2024), he considers Dillingham still too raw to be the immediate full-time starting solution.

The current plan for the 2025-26 season has Conley starting at point guard with Dillingham as the backup, though Edwards will frequently handle the ball. The team possesses talented wing players who can fill gaps and potentially provide an x-factor. Cousins emphasized on his podcast that acquiring the right talent, specifically a "really good PG" to pair with Edwards, is crucial, noting Dillingham needs time to learn how to feature a star like Edwards.

The Timberwolves envision Dillingham, who is only three years younger than Edwards, as the long-term point guard solution. They aim for him to develop his all-around game without rushing, supported by Conley's mentorship. If Dillingham realizes his potential, an Edwards-Dillingham backcourt could become a dynamic and "unguardable" duo. Combined with Jaden McDaniels, this core could make the Timberwolves a consistently dangerous team if they maintain a positive development trajectory.