Anthony Edwards is available to play after being listed as questionable on the Minnesota Timberwolves’ injury report for their game against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday. Edwards has an undisclosed illness and could miss his first game this season. Further updates on the star guard’s status should be available after the morning shootaround.
Edwards’ availibility will be a key factor in this NBA Rivalry Week game against Denver. The two teams met in last season’s Western Conference semifinals, where the T-Wolves edged out the Nuggets in seven games. If the former No. 1 draft pick is ruled out, the Nuggets could get an easy win.
Minnesota's Donte DiVincenzo has been ruled out of the game with a toe injury that is expected to sideline him for at least three more weeks, as per ESPN.
The Nuggets, meanwhile, don’t have that many injury issues. Vlatko Cancar (knee) and DaRon Holmes II (Achilles) continue to be out, as they have been the entire season.
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The Timberwolves were expected to take a step forward after trading away Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks. Minnesota has a respectable 23-21 record but has struggled for consistency.
That hasn’t affected Anthony Edwards, though, as he averages a career-high 26.2 points per game. He has been exceptional from beyond the arc with 4.2 makes per game at 42.6%.
What is Anthony Edwards’ career record against the Denver Nuggets?
Anthony Edwards has played the Denver Nuggets in 16 regular-season games with an 8-8 record. He averaged 21.3 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.6 assists in those games.
Edwards’ best performance against Denver came during a 124-107 win on Dec. 15, 2021. He had 38 points on 14-of-21 shooting, including 10 of 14 from beyond the arc.
Where and how to watch Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves?
The Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game is one of 14 matchups scheduled for Saturday and will tip off at 3 p.m. EST from Target Center in Minneapolis. The game will be broadcast nationally on ABC. Fans can also stream it live on ESPN+.
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