Chris Finch regrets public criticism of Anthony Edwards during playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Chris Finch expressed regret over publicly criticizing Anthony Edwards during the Timberwolves' playoff series against the Golden State Warriors. On the Road Trippin’ podcast, Finch recalled calling out Edwards after a poor performance in Game 1. The two developed a strong bond since Finch became head coach during Edwards’ rookie season, guiding him to become a top player in the league. Despite their close relationship, Finch acknowledged that the public criticism was unnecessary and hurtful for Edwards. The Timberwolves reached the Western Conference Finals in 2024 and 2025, indicating a period of success for both players and coaching staff.
- •Finch took over coaching in 2021 during Edwards' rookie season
- •Timberwolves reached back-to-back Western Conference Finals in 2024 and 2025
- •Finch called out Edwards after Game 1 of playoff series against Warriors
- •Edwards responded to Finch's comments about being 'punked' after a playoff loss
- •Finch and Edwards maintain a strong player-coach relationship despite conflicts
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Chris Finch gets brutally honest about his one regret coaching Anthony Edwards
"Anthony Edwards has been the Timberwolves’ go-to man in recent years, but Chris Finch still holds on to one regret. Ever since Chris Finch took the Minnesota reins midway through Anthony Edwards’ 2021 rookie season, the pair have formed one of the tightest player-coach bonds in basketball.
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