Sources: Wolves' Anthony Edwards could return midseries
Key Points:
- Anthony Edwards will miss the start of the Minnesota Timberwolves' second-round playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs but may return as early as Game 3 or 4.
- Edwards suffered a bone bruise in his left knee during Game 4 of the first round and has been managing inflammation in his right knee as well.
- He has been actively recovering, participating in light workouts and traveling with the team to San Antonio, showing signs of progress.
- Timberwolves medical staff estimate a recovery timeline of one to two weeks, with Edwards needing to meet specific pain management and mobility benchmarks to return.
- Game 3 and Game 4 of the Spurs series are scheduled for Friday and Sunday nights respectively, aligning with the potential timeline for Edwards' return.