Edwards sidelined, Wolves respond
Anthony Edwards is out and will be re‑evaluated in 1–2 weeks after an injury blow to the Timberwolves — Minnesota still ripped off a 116–104 win over Phoenix to move to 42–27 and hold sixth in the West. (nytimes.com) The club managed five players in double figures without Edwards, a sign the Wolves can limp into the playoffs but will need clarity on his availability for seeding. (nytimes.com)
An MRI on Anthony Edwards revealed inflammation in his right knee, the Timberwolves announced following Tuesday’s testing. (nba.com) Edwards is averaging 29.5 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.7 assists this season over 58 games, making him the team’s leading scorer. (nba.com) Minnesota has gone 7-4 in games without Edwards this season, a small-sample indicator of depth when he’s sidelined. (espn.com) Five Wolves reached double figures against Phoenix: Julius Randle (32), Bones Hyland (22), Ayo Dosunmu (19), Jaden McDaniels (16) and Naz Reid (11). (landofbasketball.com) Rudy Gobert hauled in a team-high 19 rebounds in the game. (landofbasketball.com) Devin Booker scored 34 for Phoenix, and the Suns were without Grayson Allen, Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams on the trip. (espn.com) Minnesota’s next scheduled opponent is Utah at home on Wednesday, while Phoenix is slated to play at San Antonio on Thursday. (espn.com)
