Timberwolves to Rest Anthony Edwards Against Suns

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The Minnesota Timberwolves will be without their leading scorer Anthony Edwards when they host the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night. Edwards has been dealing with knee soreness and was previously listed as questionable, but the team has decided to hold him out of this important Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves have a 6-4 record in the 10 games Edwards has missed this season, scoring around the same points per game and shooting just as well as a team.

Why it matters

The Western Conference playoff race is extremely tight, with the Timberwolves, Suns, and several other teams separated by just a few games. Losing Edwards, who is averaging 29.5 points per game this season, is a significant blow for Minnesota as they try to maintain their position in the standings.

The details

Edwards has been dealing with knee soreness and was previously listed as questionable for recent games against the Warriors and Thunder. Despite the injury, he played through it, scoring 42 points against the Warriors and 19 against the Thunder. However, the Timberwolves have now decided to hold him out of the Suns game to allow him more time to rest and recover.

• Edwards was listed as questionable for the March 13 game against the Warriors.
• Edwards played through the knee soreness against the Warriors and Thunder.
• The Timberwolves vs. Suns game is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17 at 8 PM ET.

What’s next

The Timberwolves will need to find a way to win without their leading scorer against the Suns, as they try to maintain their position in the crowded Western Conference standings.