Anthony Edwards 'Questionable' for Playoff Opener Against Nuggets

Timberwolves star guard missed 11 of final 14 games with knee injury

Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:38pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a basketball game, with sharp, overlapping shapes and planes representing the intensity and uncertainty of the playoff series.A cubist interpretation of the high-stakes playoff matchup between the Timberwolves and Nuggets, with Anthony Edwards' status a key factor.Philadelphia Today

Minnesota Timberwolves star guard Anthony Edwards has been listed as 'questionable' for the opening game of the team's playoff series against the Denver Nuggets due to a right knee injury that caused him to miss 11 of the Wolves' final 14 regular season games.

Why it matters

Edwards' availability is crucial for the Timberwolves, as the team's offense struggled without their leading scorer and playmaker down the stretch. Minnesota will need their superstar healthy to have a chance at knocking off the third-seeded Nuggets in the first round.

The details

While head coach Chris Finch said Edwards was 'full go' in practice this week, the 'questionable' designation is likely just a precaution. Minnesota rested several key players in the final games of the regular season in hopes of getting everyone healthy for the playoffs. The Timberwolves went 8-6 in the 14 games Edwards missed, but their offense 'cratered' according to Finch, with shooting percentages and points per game dropping significantly.

  • Edwards missed 11 of the Timberwolves' final 14 games of the regular season.
  • Game 1 between the Timberwolves and Nuggets is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The players

Anthony Edwards

The star guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, who missed significant time at the end of the regular season due to a right knee injury.

Chris Finch

The head coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, who said Edwards was 'full go' in practice this week.

Jaden McDaniels

The Timberwolves forward who recently returned from a knee injury and was not listed on the team's injury report.

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What they’re saying

“Edwards was 'full go' in practice this week”

— Chris Finch, Head Coach, Minnesota Timberwolves

What’s next

If Edwards is able to play in Game 1, it will be a massive boost for the Timberwolves as they attempt to knock off the third-seeded Nuggets. The series schedule has Game 2 set for Monday, April 20, with Games 3 and 4 in Minnesota on April 23 and 25.

The takeaway

The Timberwolves' chances of advancing in the playoffs hinge heavily on the health of Anthony Edwards. While the 'questionable' tag is likely just a precaution, Minnesota will need their superstar guard at full strength to have a chance against the battle-tested Nuggets.