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Timberwolves adjust after Anthony Edwards' knee surgery setback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 5:33 AM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Timberwolves adjust after Anthony Edwards' knee surgery setback
Summary

The Minnesota Timberwolves are 3-2 after back-to-back losses and now face a challenging period without shooting guard Anthony Edwards, who is set to miss up to two months following knee surgery. Edwards averaged 33.3 points in his first four games this season, a franchise record for points in that span. His absence was felt during a recent 119-114 loss to the Golden State Warriors, where the Timberwolves fell behind by as many as 24 points. Minnesota's next games include a matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers and a trip to San Antonio this weekend.

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By the Numbers
  • •Timberwolves open the season 3-0 before losing two straight games.
  • •Anthony Edwards will miss up to two months after knee surgery.
  • •Edwards averaged 33.3 points in the first four games.
  • •Minnesota faces the Clippers on Friday and travels to San Antonio on Saturday.
  • •Guard Ayo Dosunmu scored 17 points in Edwards' absence against Golden State.
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  • 5:33 AMYahoo Sports — Podcast: Where the Timberwolves Stand After Losing Anthony Edwards to Knee Surgery
What they're saying
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Minnesota opened 3-0 but has dropped two straight, and the next few weeks will show how deep this roster really is.

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