The Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night, but the main focus is on Anthony Edwards and whether he can play.
The Timberwolves reached Little Caesars Arena with a 46-29 record after their recent victory against the Dallas Mavericks. However, concerns about Edwards’ condition overshadow the game.
Edwards has been experiencing soreness in his right knee, and as game time approached, questions about his participation increased. He has been impressive this season, averaging 29.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists across 59 games, but the team is erring on the side of caution.
Knee injury affects Anthony Edwards’ All-NBA eligibility
Head coach Chris Finch planned to make a decision after watching Edwards warm up before the game. However, that assessment was cut short.
The Timberwolves have officially ruled Edwards out for the game against the Pistons due to knee pain and an illness. The team is being careful to avoid any further issues.
This absence could have implications beyond Thursday’s game. According to ESPN, Edwards will not meet the appearance requirement needed to qualify for end-of-season awards like All-NBA and MVP.