Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards sidelined 1-2 weeks with knee injury

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The Minnesota Timberwolves announced that star guard Anthony Edwards will miss the next 1-2 weeks due to inflammation in his right knee. Edwards, who is averaging a career-best 29.5 points per game, will be re-evaluated after the team's next several games as they battle for playoff positioning in the Western Conference.

Why it matters

Edwards' injury is a significant blow for the Timberwolves, who are locked in a tight race for playoff seeding in the West. The 23-year-old has emerged as one of the league's most dynamic young players, and his absence will test Minnesota's depth and ability to maintain their standing in the crowded conference standings.

The details

The Timberwolves announced that Edwards underwent an MRI exam which revealed the knee inflammation. He will miss at least the team's next four games over a six-day span, and could be sidelined for up to seven games if the injury requires a full two-week recovery period. Edwards has already missed time this season due to a hamstring strain and a lingering foot issue, limiting him to a career-low in games played.

• Edwards will be re-evaluated in 1-2 weeks.
• He will miss at least the Timberwolves' next 4 games over a 6-day span.

What’s next

The Timberwolves will monitor Edwards' recovery and provide updates on his status in the coming weeks as he works to return from the knee injury.