Anthony Edwards leaves Timberwolves-Hawks early as Hawks win sans Trae Young
The New York Times••sports
Key Points:
- Minnesota Timberwolves were defeated 126-102 by the Atlanta Hawks despite Anthony Edwards scoring 30 points in three quarters during his visit to his hometown.
- The Hawks, playing without All-Star Trae Young, ended a seven-game losing streak by dominating in the paint with 64 points, while the Wolves trailed throughout and were down by 27 points by the second quarter.
- Frustrated by the team's performance, Edwards left the bench area after being pulled from the game and declined to speak to the media; coach Chris Finch urged him to stay supportive on the floor.
- The Wolves have now suffered two heavy losses in three games, raising concerns about their championship aspirations, with center Rudy Gobert criticizing the team’s lack
