Anthony Edwards leaves bench after Timberwolves pull starters
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Key Points:
- Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards abruptly left the bench and court during a timeout late in their 126-102 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, reportedly disagreeing with coach Chris Finch's decision to pull starters with the game well out of reach.
- Edwards showed visible frustration by tossing his towel and exiting the bench with 7:52 remaining, an action coach Finch said was inappropriate despite understanding his frustration.
- Edwards led the Timberwolves with 30 points on 10-of-18 shooting, including three 3-pointers, playing 33 minutes in the game.
- The high-scoring guard, who averages 29.1 points per game and ranks eighth in the NBA, had also been ejected in the previous game for
