Anthony Edwards undergoes arthroscopic knee procedure at Mayo Clinic

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards underwent an arthroscopic debridement of his right knee at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, on Thursday, the team announced. The minimally invasive procedure removes damaged cartilage, bone spurs and loose fragments to relieve pain and improve mobility, according to the clinic.

The organization said Edwards is expected to make a full recovery, but did not provide a specific timetable for his return. Sources familiar with the situation told ESPN's Shams Charania that the recovery could keep him out for up to two months.

Tim Connelly, the Timberwolves' president of basketball operations, said before Wednesday's loss to the Warriors that he expects Edwards to be "good as new" when he returns to action. "We’re just concerned about his long-term health," Connelly added, emphasizing the team’s focus on ensuring Edwards can perform at his best over the long term.

Edwards, 25, has dealt with right-knee pain since last spring and appeared in a career-low 61 games last season. He recently scored 47 points in an overtime loss to Cleveland and set a franchise record with 133 points over four games.

An MRI performed on Tuesday identified new damage that earlier scans had missed. Coach Chris Finch described the news as "a bit of a shock to everybody" but expressed confidence in the roster’s depth, noting the team will need to distribute scoring responsibilities among multiple players.

The report incorporates information from the Associated Press.