Anthony Edwards’ Injury Update Ahead of Timberwolves vs. Mavericks Preseason Clash
In a breaking development, the Minnesota Timberwolves will be without their standout player, Anthony Edwards, for the preseason face-off against the Dallas Mavericks taking place in Abu Dhabi.
The Timberwolves shared their starting lineup for the game, revealing Edwards’ absence due to a left ankle sprain. The official statement reads as follows:
“Tonight’s @Timberwolves starters vs. Dallas (in Abu Dhabi):
- Conley
- Alexander-Walker
- McDaniels
- Towns
- Gobert
OUT
- Clark: Right Achilles Tendon Rupture Rehab
- Edwards: Left Ankle Sprain”
It’s important to note that since this is a preseason contest, there is likely no cause for significant concern. Teams tend to exercise caution with their star players in these early games to ensure their well-being for the regular season.
Anthony Edwards is coming off an exceptional season where he earned his first NBA All-Star Game appearance. He averaged 24.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.6 steals per game while shooting 45.9% from the field and 36.9% from three-point range in 79 games. The former University of Georgia standout is now entering his fourth season in the league and has already established himself as one of the premier shooting guards.
As for the Timberwolves, they concluded the previous season as the eighth seed in the competitive Western Conference, boasting a 42-40 record. They secured a victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the play-in tournament but were eliminated in the first round of the NBA playoffs by Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. The Timberwolves have secured playoff berths in the two preceding seasons.
On the other hand, the Dallas Mavericks feature a roster brimming with talent, led by superstars Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. However, they finished last season as the 11th seed in the Western Conference, missing the play-in tournament and playoffs. The upcoming preseason match provides an opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their strategies and assess their squads ahead of the regular season.
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