Too behind in the race for the playoffs, the Timberwolves have already turned to next season. Over the games, one wonders what would have been their season if Gorgui Dieng had more playing time. Injuries of Nikola Pekovic and Ronny Turiaf have led to the emergence of the Senegalese player.

With 15 points and 15 rebounds in 41 minutes of playing time, the pivot of Minnesota has once again contributed to the victory of his franchise (107-83) against the Atlanta Hawks and he proves to his coach that he is more than a bench player.

The former resident of the SEED Academy glimpse of beautiful things and the Senegalese selection have the right idea by arranging to have him in their workforce during the World Cup Basketball planned this summer in Spain. We’re not ready to stop the rise of the new Mr. Double Double in the NBA.