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Edwards Returns on Minutes Limit as Timberwolves Edge Spurs in Game 1

The rapid clearance resets Minnesota's rotation with a strict minutes plan for its star.

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - APRIL 25: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to an apparent injury against the Denver Nuggets in the second quarter of Game Four of the First Round of the 2026 NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Target Center on April 25, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Nuggets 112-96. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - MAY 04: Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves works against Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs during the first quarter in Game One of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Frost Bank Center on May 04, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Edwards, cleared Monday after a left-knee hyperextension and bone bruise on April 25, came off the bench and scored 18 in 25 minutes.
  • Minnesota won 104-102 as Victor Wembanyama set an NBA postseason single-game record with 12 blocks and grabbed 15 rebounds.
  • Coach Chris Finch enforced a minutes limit and started Terrence Shannon Jr., keeping Edwards out of the opening five.
  • The Timberwolves managed the win with thin depth as Donte DiVincenzo is out for the season with a torn Achilles and Ayo Dosunmu sat with calf soreness.
  • Pregame odds still leaned to San Antonio, yet Edwards’ early return shifted the series outlook, putting minutes management and bench roles in focus for Wednesday's Game 2.