Injury timeline for Timberwolves star
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards will miss approximately two months following arthroscopic knee surgery. The team must now adjust its rotation, relying on acquisitions like LaMelo Ball to maintain competitiveness in the Western Conference.
Why it matters
The injury of a marquee player significantly impacts the Timberwolves' championship aspirations and the competitive balance of the NBA's Western Conference.
Hear this story Another big-time NBA star has been sidelined due to injury.
Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards is undergoing knee surgery and will miss around two months, according to multiple reports.
Per ESPN , the 25-year-old is having an “arthroscopic procedure” on his right knee.
Edwards had yet to miss any games for the 3-1 Timberwolves, averaging 33.3 points in 33.8 minutes per game. He was the early league leader in field goals made and attempted. On Monday, Oct. 26, he scored 47 points in 41 minutes against the Cleveland Cavaliers . It was his second game with at least 45 points this season.
He was on the NBA's latest injury report, listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors . Now, though, he seemingly could be out until the calendar flips to 2027.
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