Minnesota – and Edwards’ promising, third-year All-Star campaign – are facing a major blow. He was forced to miss about two weeks after he injured himself during a game against the Indiana Pacers. The injury happened during the first quarter of the matchup, sending Edwards to the sidelines for the remainder of the contest. He was unable to return to the court, leaving serious questions about his availability going forward in the season.
This campaign is the beginning of Edwards’ sixth professional season. As of late though, he has established himself as an impact player for the Timberwolves. Over the course of his career, he has participated in 426 games out of a potential 445, demonstrating his durability and commitment to the team despite facing various challenges. His health and competitive longevity has made him the greatest bargain in franchise history for the second overall pick in the 2012 draft.
In addition to his impressive regular-season appearances, Edwards has made significant contributions during playoff games, further solidifying his reputation as a clutch player. The Timberwolves will definitely miss his presence, especially over the next two weeks. They rely on his scoring ability and leadership on the court.
The Timberwolves organization is working to fully understand the severity of Edwards’ injury and will continue to track his rehabilitation moving forward. Team officials have been optimistic about his recovery while being careful to avoid jumping to conclusions as they weigh the unknown.
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