Wolves' Edwards has bone bruise and is likely to miss weeks, AP source says
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Key Points:
- Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards suffered a left knee injury in Game 4 of the Western Conference first-round playoff series, diagnosed as a bone bruise and hyperextension, with the knee structurally intact; he is expected to miss multiple weeks.
- Edwards was injured while contesting a layup by Denver’s Cam Johnson, and the Timberwolves won the game 112-96, taking a 3-1 series lead.
- Fellow Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo tore his Achilles tendon in the same game, ending his season and jeopardizing his availability for the 2026-27 season; he underwent surgery the following day.
- Edwards averaged 28.8 points, five rebounds, and 3.7 assists in the regular season and was a key player for the U.S. Olympic gold medal team in 2024, making his injury a significant blow to Minnesota’s playoff hopes.
- Timberwolves teammates expressed support for Edwards and DiVincenzo, acknowledging the emotional and physical challenges posed by their injuries during this critical playoff period.
