Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves are navigating some choppy waters right now. After a tough loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Edwards took the hit, shouldering the blame for the team's struggles.
As the Timberwolves, currently sixth in the standings, aim for a direct playoff spot, all eyes are on ‘Ant-Man.’ But there’s a hiccup.
With a crucial matchup against the Phoenix Suns looming, Minnesota needs their star player in top form. Unfortunately, that’s not in the cards.
According to a report from Wolves insider Damon Moore, Edwards will be sidelined due to a nagging right knee soreness. Moore shared on social media that Edwards is officially out for Tuesday’s game against Phoenix. Additionally, Naz Reid is questionable with a right shoulder contusion that’s been troubling him for over a month.
Edwards, a Georgia native, has been a focal point in the media, especially with his on-and-off rapport with coach Chris Finch. This absence marks the 11th time the four-time NBA All-Star has missed a game this season out of 69. Besides the shoulder issue, his knee has been a recurring concern, keeping him questionable in recent games.
The Timberwolves are feeling the heat without Edwards. They’re in a slump, losing four of their last five games, and the locker room tension is palpable. After a recent defeat to the Orlando Magic, Edwards, the 2026 NBA All-Star MVP, dropped a cryptic comment, adding to the intrigue.
Currently, the Timberwolves are tied with the Denver Nuggets in the standings, but Denver holds the tiebreaker. Minnesota trails the Houston Rockets by one game and the Los Angeles Lakers by 1.5 games, making a win against Phoenix crucial. Without Edwards, though, that task just got a lot tougher.