Anthony Edwards injury update after star limped in Timberwolves home opener

What started out as an exciting home opener for the Minnesota Timberwolves took an early blow when star guard Anthony Edwards was forced out with a hamstring issue.

The Timberwolves topped the injury-hit Indiana Pacers 114-110 on Sunday night, but at the cost of losing their star man.

Edwards, a three-time All-Star entering his sixth NBA season, came out in the opening minutes with tightness in his right hamstring and was ruled out for the rest of the game. Finch did not offer any update on his condition afterward.

With Edwards sidelined, Randle took on the offensive load, orchestrating the Timberwolves’ attack.

Edwards weaved through traffic for a difficult layup, making heavy contact before unsuccessfully appealing for a foul. Moments later, he left the court during a timeout, replaced by Bones Hyland.

Minnesota quickly confirmed that the guard would not return, citing tightness in his right hamstring. It comes just days after Edwards was listed as questionable with back spasms for the team’s season opener in Portland, a game in which he erupted for 41 points in 39 minutes.

Their explosive start to the season had been one of the Timberwolves’ early positives, making their latest hit cause for concern as the team faces a rapid turnaround in its schedule.

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Minnesota’s schedule offers little time for recovery. Less than 24 hours after Sunday’s game, the Timberwolves will face the Denver Nuggets on Monday night, a daunting task even with a full roster.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding Edwards, teammate Naz Reid gave an optimistic update on his recovery.

“Having Ant is a luxury, but I think he’ll be fine. I think he’ll play tomorrow,” Reid said after posting 16 points and 10 rebounds. “We’ve seen him do that many times before.”