Timberwolves brace for West playoff race without Anthony Edwards

Timberwolves brace for West playoff race without Anthony Edwards

The Minnesota Timberwolves said Anthony Edwards will miss at least two months after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right knee, forcing the team to adjust its roster as it pursues a Western Conference playoff spot. Earlier reports from CBS Sports projected a December return and Hoops Rumors suggested a possible January comeback. Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly later said the procedure is not expected to affect Edwards’ long-term health.

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October 28, 2026
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Timberwolves face West race after Anthony Edwards' knee surgery
Timberwolves face West race after Anthony Edwards' knee surgery

Yahoo Sports • 28 Oct 18:46

Anthony Edwards will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery and is expected to miss at least two months, leaving the Minnesota Timberwolves to adjust their roster as they chase a Western Conference playoff spot.

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Tim Connelly says Edwards' knee injury not a long-term concern
Tim Connelly says Edwards' knee injury not a long-term concern

Bleacher Report • 28 Oct 17:00

Tim Connelly, the Timberwolves' president of basketball operations, said Anthony Edwards' recent knee surgery is not expected to affect his long-term health, though no specific return date was given.

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Anthony Edwards to Undergo Knee Surgery, Out for Up to Two Months
Anthony Edwards to Undergo Knee Surgery, Out for Up to Two Months

Hoops Rumors • 28 Oct 03:17

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards will have arthroscopic knee surgery and is expected to miss at least two months, likely returning in January.

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October 27, 2026
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Anthony Edwards to Miss Up to Two Months After Knee Surgery
Anthony Edwards to Miss Up to Two Months After Knee Surgery

CBS Sports • 27 Oct 23:17

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right knee and is projected to return in December, sidelining him for roughly two months.

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Anthony Edwards to Undergo Knee Procedure, May Miss Two Months
Anthony Edwards to Undergo Knee Procedure, May Miss Two Months

Yahoo Sports • 27 Oct 22:51

Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards will have an arthroscopic surgery on his right knee and could be sidelined for up to eight weeks, according to reports.

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