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Anthony Edwards plans to embrace leadership role with Timberwolves

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 11:31 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Anthony Edwards plans to embrace leadership role with Timberwolves
Summary

On October 1, 2026, Anthony Edwards detailed his strategy to enhance his leadership within the Minnesota Timberwolves, emphasizing the importance of vocal communication on the court. With team veterans departing, including Naz Reid and Mike Conley, Coach Chris Finch has called on Edwards to take the lead. Edwards affirmed his commitment to speaking up during games to address schematic errors, aiming to guide the team toward deeper playoff runs. This shift in leadership could play a crucial role as the Timberwolves seek to navigate another competitive season.

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  • •Edwards to become more vocal on the court.
  • •Timberwolves lost veterans like Naz Reid and Mike Conley.
  • •Coach Chris Finch emphasizes the need for strong leadership.
  • •Edwards has reached two Western Conference Finals in six years.
  • •The Timberwolves hope to improve their playoff success.
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  • 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Anthony Edwards steps up as Timberwolves leader, starts culture of 'speaking up'
What they're saying
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Amid calls from Coach Chris Finch and Bones Hyland, Anthony Edwards unveiled his plan of how to become a better leader with the Timberwolves.

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