Anthony Edwards, Jaren Jackson Jr. set to miss months with injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Anthony Edwards will undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee and is expected to miss up to two months. This follows a recent strong performance where he scored 47 points in a game against the Cavaliers. Jaren Jackson Jr. faces a similar timeline after being diagnosed with a torn right MCL, although he won't require surgery. Both players' absences will significantly impact their respective teams, with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz having to adjust their lineups accordingly. Other notable injuries include Paolo Banchero, who will be sidelined for four to six weeks due to an ankle sprain.
- •Edwards will miss up to two months after knee surgery.
- •Jackson to be out six to eight weeks with a torn right MCL.
- •Banchero sidelined for four to six weeks with an ankle sprain.
- •Minnesota and Utah will need to adjust starting lineups.
- •Other injuries are affecting several NBA teams early in the season.
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Week 2 Injury Report: Anthony Edwards, Jaren Jackson Jr. set to miss multiple months
"Anthony Edwards and Jaren Jackson Jr. are among the stars that are set to miss extended periods of time.
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