Timberwolves Share Anthony Edwards Update Ahead of Game 3 on Thursday
Anthony Edwards is one of the most important players for the Minnesota Timberwolves, especially in the NBA playoffs. In Games 1 and 2, Edwards has played well, averaging 26.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 2.5 steals. They had an early 1-1 tie in their first-round series against the Denver Nuggets thanks to his excellent start.
Ahead of Games 3 and 4, the Timberwolves will welcome the Nuggets into the Target Center. With the support of their fans, the team aims to take control of the series before traveling back to Denver for Game 5.
However, the team released an unfortunate update about Edwards' status.
Anthony Edwards' Latest Update Could Affect the Timberwolves-Nuggets Series
The Timberwolves announced on Wednesday that Edwards has been listed as questionable to play for Game 3 due to right knee injury management.
Minnesota @Timberwolves Status Report in advance of tomorrow's Game 3 vs. Denver Nuggets:
— Timberwolves PR (@Twolves_PR) April 22, 2026
QUESTIONABLE
Edwards- Right Knee Injury Maintenance
Edwards' knee has bothered him this season, even causing him to miss games in March and April. When he missed some games, it resulted in him not reaching the 65-game mark to be eligible to win NBA awards. The knee injury has halted his two-year streak of being part of the All-NBA teams.
ClutchPoints' Brett Siegel reported on X that Edwards is expected to play in Game 3. Before Game 2, Edwards was also part of the Timberwolves' injury report. Fortunately for the team, the All-Star guard was cleared to play. On Monday, Minnesota won 119-114 because of his outstanding performance, which included 30 points, 10 rebounds, and two blocks.
The Timberwolves' first-round series against the Nuggets has intensified their rivalry. This is the third time since 2023 that the two teams have faced each other in the postseason. The first time they played, Minnesota lost to Denver in five games. They bounced back the following year to avenge their loss and eliminated them after seven games.
The third time has been heated due to their past experiences against each other. After their win in Game 2, Edwards had some strong words about defending Nikola Jokic. According to the Timberwolves star, he advised his teammate Rudy Gobert to avoid reaching for the ball when Jokic has it.
"That's why I challenged him at the end of the third," Edwards said. "Because Nikola Jokic is a three-time MVP, but Rudy has four Defensive Player of the Year awards for a reason. He can guard. People have to start respecting him. Put some respect on his name. That's what we do. We trust him."
"I told him, we're not bringing a double team. You're going to guard him one-on-one all night. Stop fouling him. Stop reaching, because he's going to draw the foul. Just play him straight up. If he makes a shot over you, cool. That's what he does. He's going to make those shots. So let's go, Rudy. Let's go."
Ahead of Game 3, the team will need Edwards to lead them on the court to a potential win and take control of the series.
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This story was originally published April 22, 2026 at 3:25 PM.