Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards undergoes successful knee scope
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Key Points:
- Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards underwent a successful arthroscopic debridement procedure on his right knee to address cartilage damage and relieve pain, with the team expecting a full recovery.
- Edwards could be sidelined for up to two months, according to sources, though the Timberwolves have not specified a definitive timeline for his return.
- The 25-year-old has experienced knee pain since last spring, limiting him to 61 games last season, and recent MRI scans revealed new damage prompting the surgery.
- Timberwolves president Tim Connelly emphasized the focus on Edwards's long-term health and expressed confidence that Edwards will return "good as new."
- Coach Chris Finch acknowledged the challenge of Edwards's absence but remains optimistic about the team's depth and ability to compensate for the scoring loss.
