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MIN • Guard • #5
1 day ago
After shooting 5-of-13 from the field in his first game back from a strained hamstring, Edwards has totaled 63 points on 19-of-37 shooting. Of course, some will point out that neither Utah nor Sacramento is on par with the Knicks team that Ant-Man faced in his first game back. However, how sharp he’s looked over the last two games should not be ignored. And the Week 4 schedule works in Edwards’ favor, provided he’s available for Monday’s game against Utah. Following that, the Timberwolves don’t play again until a Friday/Saturday back-to-back to end Week 4.
MIN • Guard • #5
3 days ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s game, Edwards looked far sharper than he did in his return from a hamstring injury on Wednesday. Of course, the Jazz aren’t on the same level as the Knicks, but that should not detract from Ant-Man’s exemplary performance. Edwards and the Timberwolves will play once more during Week 3, as they visit the Kings on Sunday.
MIN • Guard • #5
4 days ago
Edwards scored 15 points in his return on Wednesday and now pops back up on the injury report. If he isn’t available, Mike Conley should return to the starting unit. However, this may just be that he isn’t fully healthy, so they’re listing him. Still, playing through hamstring can lead to them getting worse.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Guard • #5
5 days ago
Back in the Timberwolves’ lineup after missing four games with a strained hamstring, Edwards appeared to be a bit rusty at times. However, that’s understandable, even for a player of his caliber. Edwards recorded a solid overall stat line, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Timberwolves within striking distance in the fourth quarter. Minnesota plays twice more during Week 3, with the second game being part of a Sunday/Monday back-to-back. However, with Ant-Man not restricted on Wednesday, back-to-backs may not be a problem for him.
MIN • Guard • #5
5 days ago
After participating fully in Wednesday’s pregame shootaround, Edwards has been cleared to return a few days ahead of schedule. His return means Mike Conley will head to the bench after starting the last four games, lowering the veteran point guard’s fantasy ceiling.
Source: Shams Charania
MIN • Guard • #5
6 days ago
Edwards is still questionable, but fully participating in shootaround is a good sign for his chances of suiting up after a four-game absence. When he’s available, he’ll immediately return to the starting unit, which will shift Mike Conley back to the bench.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
MIN • Guard • #5
6 days ago
Edwards, who has missed the Timberwolves’ last four games with a strained right hamstring, participated in Tuesday’s practice. How his hamstring reacts to the session will likely dictate whether or not he plays. If Ant-Man can play on Wednesday, Mike Conley will return to the bench.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #5
6 days ago
Edwards is progressing well in his return-to-play rehab program, and a return to the court appears imminent. Once Edwards is back, Mike Conley will likely shift back to the bench, with Donte DiVincenzo remaining with the first unit.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
MIN • Guard • #5
8 days ago
Moore notes that Edwards will remain out while he completes his return-to-play rehab program. Until Ant-Man is back on the court, Mike Conley and Rob Dillingham should continue to see increased run.
Source: Dane Moore
MIN • Guard • #5
15 days ago
Edwards injured his right hamstring during the first quarter of Sunday’s win over the Pacers. According to Charania, the guard has been diagnosed with a strained hamstring and will miss two weeks. Based on the timeline, Edwards will miss at least seven games, which doesn’t factor in a ramp-up period. Mike Conley could be the replacement in the starting lineup, but fantasy managers should also plan on Terrence Shannon Jr. taking on a more prominent role within the rotation. Regarding usage, Julius Randle moves to the top of the offensive “food chain,” and Jaden McDaniels may also be in for a boost.
Source: Shams Charania
MIN • Guard • #5
15 days ago
Edwards is dealing with right hamstring tightness. The 24-year-old shooting guard came up holding his right hamstring in the first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Pacers. Edwards headed to the locker room and was ruled out. He played just three minutes in the contest. While the severity of the injury is unclear at this time, any injury to a player of Edwards’ stature is of concern for fantasy managers.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Guard • #5
17 days ago
Despite not putting up as jaw-dropping a performance as he did in the season-opener against the Trail Blazers, Edwards was still impressive in Friday’s loss to the Lakers. He was accurate with his shooting from the floor, continued to drain the three-point shot, and even had a way of impacting the game as a passer. His efforts didn’t lead to a victory, but a balanced performance overall should keep fantasy managers happy.
MIN • Guard • #5
19 days ago
Edwards was initially listed as questionable with back spasms, but ended up playing 39 minutes against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday. The 24-year-old shooting guard was the best player on the floor with a game-high 41 points. Edwards hit a three-pointer with 1:14 left that put the Timberwolves up for good, partially because he also hit a jumper with seven seconds left that iced the game. Typical superstar effort from Edwards that we’ve seen many times already in his young career.
MIN • Guard • #5
19 days ago
A game-time decision for Wednesday’s season opener due to back spasms, Edwards is available and will occupy his usual place in the starting lineup. Donte DiVincenzo, Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert complete the Timberwolves’ starting five.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #5
20 days ago
Edwards is dealing with back spasms, hence his inclusion on the Timberwolves’ injury report. To say his potential absence is a big deal would be an understatement, as Ant-Man is Minnesota’s top offensive option and has top-10 fantasy potential. If he’s unable to play, more will be asked of Julius Randle offensively, and Donte DiVincenzo and Terrence Shannon Jr. would see their roles expand.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #5
25 days ago
Edwards made his third appearance of the preseason and was by far his most productive, setting preseason-highs in points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers en route to finishing with a game-high in points. The superstar guard also shot the ball efficiently for the first time during his 30 minutes of game action. The Timberwolves will face the 76ers on the second night of a back-to-back on Friday, and regardless of whether Edwards logs any minutes, he appears ready to hit the ground running when Minnesota opens against Portland on October 22.
MIN • Guard • #5
25 days ago
The Wolves will use their expected regular-season starting lineup on Thursday in their second-to-last game of the preseason. The unit last started against the Pacers earlier this preseason in a 135-134 OT loss, with neither starter playing more than 19 minutes. With their finale being tomorrow on the second night of a back-to-back, there’s a chance the main rotation players could see some extended run against the Bulls on Thursday.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Through two preseason games, Edwards has shot a combined 12-of-32 from the field. While that obviously isn’t great, there’s little for fantasy managers to be concerned about. When the regular season begins, Edwards will be good to go and is worth selecting with a first-round pick in standard league drafts. He took on a slightly different role on Thursday, as starting point guard Mike Conley was given the night off. Edwards did not record any assists in that role against the Knicks, but he’s averaged at least 4.4 helpers per game each of the last three seasons.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
The final two games of the Western Conference Finals are not going to be part of Edwards’ career highlight reel. While the final point total in Game 5 was solid, the Timberwolves’ star guard did not grab control of the game from the start as many hoped he would. Regarding Edwards’ fantasy value, while he did not match his Yahoo! ADP of 10, he was close in eight- and nine-cat formats. Edwards was a top-20 player in both, making him worth the risk many fantasy managers took in drafts. He’ll be a worthwhile first-round pick in standard leagues in the fall.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
Surprisingly, Edwards only attempted two shots during the first half of Game 4. A little too willing to allow the game to come to him, the Timberwolves’ star was more aggressive after halftime, even if that did not mean more shots for him early on. Edwards’s ability to get into the paint led to others getting clean looks, helping Minnesota trim the deficit. Unfortunately for the Timberwolves, while Edwards was better after halftime, Julius Randle (5/7/3/1 in 28 minutes) struggled, shooting 1-of-7 from the field. With their season on the line Wednesday night, Minnesota will need Edwards and Randle to be on their A-games from the start in Game 5.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
Edwards was locked in from the jump in a must-win situation in Game 3. The 23-year-old shooting guard outscored the entire Thunder team by himself (16-14) in the first quarter. The route was on from there as the Timberwolves took a 31-point lead into halftime and ended up winning by 42. Edwards joined Kobe Bryant and Luka Doncic as the only guards with at least 15 30-point playoff games before turning 24. Edwards and the Timberwolves will look to even the series in Game 4 on Monday.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
Edwards was locked in from the jump in a must-win situation in a pivotal Game 3 showdown. The 23-year-old shooting guard outscored the entire Thunder team by himself (16-14) in the first quarter. The route was on from there as the Timberwolves took a 31-point lead into halftime and ended up winning by 42. Edwards joined Kobe Bryant and Luka Doncic as the only guards with at least 15 30-point playoff games before turning 24. Edwards and the Timberwolves will look to even the series in Game 4 on Monday.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
Edwards’ offensive production picked up after he scored 18 points in Game 1, but the perimeter shooting remains troublesome. Having shot 3-of-8 from three in Game 1, he was even worse on Thursday, making just one of his nine attempts. Edwards shot 11-of-17 from two and got 10 free throw attempts, boosting the final point total, and he did not commit a turnover. Also, Edwards made history in Game 2, passing Kevin Garnett to become the leading postseason point scorer in franchise history. Given Oklahoma City’s depth and talent, Ant-Man will need his supporting cast to step up in Saturday’s Game 3 after many failed to do so on Thursday.
Source: ESPN
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
Edwards briefly went to the locker room in the first half to tend to an ankle injury that’s bothered him since the first round series against the Lakers. The story of this game, though, was the 23-year-old shooting guard’s inability to stop the Thunder’s runs in the second half. Edwards was a game-worst -23 in 37 minutes and only attempted one field goal in the fourth quarter. He’ll need to have better games than this if the Timberwolves are going to make this a series.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
The turnovers weren’t pretty, but everything else went right for Edwards in Game 5 as Minnesota completed their second straight gentlemen’s sweep. He didn’t score 30 points, which he had done in the two games in Golden State, but Edwards did dish out a new playoff career high for assists in a new game, which also matches his career high for dimes in the regular season. This was a fantastic performance for Edwards, even if he didn’t dominate as a scorer. He’ll need to continue to play at a high level in the Western Conference Finals, whether it is against Oklahoma City or Denver.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
Edwards has now had at least 30 points in back-to-back games. While the Warriors stayed with the Timberwolves in the first half, Minnesota turned it up a notch coming out of halftime. The Timberwolves won the third quarter by 22 points and the Warriors never recovered. Edwards and teammate Julius Randle became the first pair of Timberwolves with at least 30 points each in a playoff game since Kevin Garnett and Sam Cassell in 2004. The Timberwolves will look to close out the series at home in Game 5 on Wednesday.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
While Edwards was somewhat quiet in the first half with eight points, he went off in the second half with 28 points. It’s the highest-scoring half by anyone so far in these playoffs. Edwards threw in the dagger with a three-pointer that gave the Timberwolves a seven-point lead with 1:19 remaining in the fourth quarter. Minnesota looks like the better team as they’ve convincingly won the last two games as the Warriors soldier on without Stephen Curry (hamstring). Edwards and the Timberwolves will look to take a commanding 3-1 series lead in Game 4 on Monday.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
Edwards appeared to suffer a sprained left ankle towards the end of the second quarter as the Warriors’ Trayce Jackson-Davis landed on his foot. Edwards turned the same ankle in the first round against the Lakers and appeared to re-aggravate the injury. The 23-year-old shooting guard would go on to start the second half and play a team-high 34 minutes in the Game 2 victory. Edwards will only have one full day off before the series resumes in Golden State for Game 3 on Saturday.
MIN • Guard • #5
6 months ago
The Timberwolves managed just 33 points in the first half. Despite the Warriors playing the entire second half without superstar Stephen Curry (hamstring), it was simply too much for Minnesota to overcome. Edwards eventually got the offense going in the second half, leading the team with 23 points. He’ll need to do more on the offensive end whether Curry is available or not if the Timberwolves are going to even up the series in Game 2.