T-Wolves' Donte DiVincenzo Out Indefinitely After Suffering Toe Injury vs. Warriors

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo is "out indefinitely" with a Grade 3 left toe sprain, the team announced Monday.

The announcement was made after an MRI revealed the extent of the injury DiVincenzo suffered during Wednesday's loss to the Golden State Warriors.

The Timberwolves stated DiVincenzo is "currently seeking a second opinion to determine the best treatment options going forward."

DiVincenzo is currently wearing a boot on his left foot, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

DiVincenzo was playing his best basketball of the season prior to his injury. He started out the new year by averaging 15.3 points through eight games.

He earned a spot in the starting lineup ahead of the Wolves' home game against the Clippers on Jan. 6, and responded by averaging 14.1 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.5 steals in six games as a starter.

That stretch was capped by the season-high 28 points he posted against the Warriors prior to his injury.

Veteran guard Mike Conley, who was bumped from the lineup in favor of DiVincenzo, will likely remain in the starting five following the news.

The absence could also increase the pressure on rookie guard Rob Dillingham, whose minutes increased over the Wolves' last two games without DiVincenzo.

DiVincenzo's injury can additionally influence the Timberwolves' approach to the upcoming trade deadline.

Forbes' Evan Sidery recently reported the Wolves have been receiving trade interest in Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who is playing on an expiring contract.

Although Sidery reported the Wolves have "zero interest" in moving Alexander-Walker, the team could be compelled to make a move by their position over the second apron of the luxury tax.

If the Wolves decide to try and make a move before the deadline, the team could potentially look for a player who can space the floor and defend in return in order to fill in for DiVincenzo.

DiVincenzo was himself considered a trade candidate by "several contending teams" earlier this season, according to Clutch Points' Brett Siegel. The injury may have impacted his potential trade value if the Wolves were considering moving him by Feb. 6.