Anthony Edwards Shines Despite Injury Fright

In a thrilling showdown, Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves conquered the Golden State Warriors 117-93 in what Edwards deemed "the biggest game of our career." This vital win leveled their Western Conference semifinals series at 1-1, but not without an anxious moment for Wolves fans as Edwards faced an injury scare.

A Scary Moment on the Court

Already dealing with a compromised left ankle from a prior injury against the Los Angeles Lakers, Edwards faced further trouble during the second quarter. After a shot was blocked by Warriors' Trayce Jackson-Davis, Jackson-Davis inadvertently landed on Edwards' ankle, sending the young star sprawling to the floor.

The crowd held its breath as Edwards remained down in pain, prompting a timeout. As the medical team attended to him, Edwards was escorted to the locker room, leaving fans worried about his condition.

Fear Turned to Triumph

Despite the scare, the Timberwolves managed to hold their lead with Edwards sidelined, maintaining an 18-point advantage by halftime. His absence initially evoked fear from Coach Chris Finch, who was uncertain if Edwards would return to the game.

However, Edwards proved his resilience. After medical staff checked his ankle with various tests, he returned determined to contribute. "Once we got to the third movement, I knew it was feeling better," he said. "I just needed to tape it up and see how it felt."

A Stellar Comeback Performance

In an inspiring comeback, Edwards was a force in the second half, racking up 13 points on 4-for-6 shooting, along with five rebounds, five assists, three steals, and a block. His plus-minus of plus-21 highlighted his impactful presence on the court, earning admiration from teammates.

Wolves forward Josh Minott jokingly dubbed Edwards' resilience as having an 'immortal ankle', while teammate Julius Randle likened him to a superhero, exclaiming, "Nothing holds him down!" Edwards' determination not only helped his team but also elevated his status among rising NBA stars.

Looking Ahead to Game 3

Despite acknowledging imperfections in his game, Edwards is adamant about returning for Game 3 in San Francisco, especially with Warriors star Stephen Curry sidelined due to injury. He expressed confidence about his ankle, saying, "That one was crazy, but I'll be all right."

The Timberwolves are set to capitalize on this momentum, aiming to take the series lead as they embark on the next chapter of their playoff journey.