Anthony Edwards will be available for Game 2 against the Spurs on Wednesday night, giving the Timberwolves another boost as they try to build on their narrow playoff opening win. Minnesota entered the series carrying real concern around its franchise guard after a painful knee injury in the first round, but Edwards returned in Game 1 and looked far more comfortable than many expected after missing 10 days.The Timberwolves needed that sight badly. Edwards played 25 minutes off the bench in the 104-102 win over San Antonio and immediately changed the pace of the game whenever he touched the floor. He finished with 18 points, three rebounds, three assists, two three-pointers and a block while shooting 8-for-13 from the field. Now, with Minnesota leading the series, coach Chris Finch says the star guard could see his workload increase depending on how the knee responds during Game 2.
Anthony Edwards Game 2 status against the Spurs
Anthony Edwards was officially listed as questionable earlier in the day because of the lingering bone bruise in his left knee. Still, signs throughout the morning pointed toward another appearance. He participated in shootaround and continued progressing through recovery work without any major setbacks.By Wednesday evening, Minnesota confirmed he would play.Finch also suggested the Timberwolves will continue monitoring Edwards carefully instead of rushing him into heavy minutes too quickly. That approach makes sense considering how valuable he is to everything Minnesota does offensively. Even in limited action during Game 1, Edwards created scoring opportunities the Spurs struggled to contain.Without him at full strength, the Timberwolves lose a huge part of their shot creation and transition attack. His explosiveness changes defensive coverages instantly. Defenders cannot relax when he’s on the floor, especially in late-clock situations where his ability to create space becomes critical.Minnesota already survived one playoff series while dealing with injuries. Now the team hopes it can avoid another setback with its young star still working his way back into rhythm.
What happened to Anthony Edwards?
The injury dates back to Minnesota’s first-round series against the Denver Nuggets, when Edwards hyperextended his left knee during Game 4. The moment looked serious immediately.The Ant Man landed awkwardly on his leg late in the first half and stayed down while slapping the floor in frustration before needing help to the locker room. Later evaluations revealed a bone bruise and hyperextension, though fortunately, no ligament damage appeared on the MRI.The Timberwolves were already dealing with another major blow after Donte DiVincenzo suffered a season-ending Achilles injury during the same game. Finch admitted afterward, “Completely devastating for Donte. He’s had such a great season. He’s the heart and soul of so many things that we do.”For now, Minnesota appears relieved simply to have Edwards back on the floor, even if the recovery remains a work in progress.
