Anthony Edwards will be out for several weeks due to a knee injury

WASHINGTON. – Star guard Anthony Edwards, a key player for the Minnesota Timberwolves, will be out for several weeks after suffering a bone contusion and hyperextension in his left knee, according to reports released this Sunday in US media.

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The injury occurred on Saturday night during the fourth game of the Western Conference first-round series against the Denver Nuggets, a match that the player could not complete after leaving the court before halftime. Edwards, who was already experiencing discomfort in his right knee, was injured when he incorrectly planted his leg after contesting for the ball. Subsequently, he went to the locker room with the help of the team staff. The medical examinations carried out ruled out more serious damage to the ligaments, as was initially feared, which represents a relief within the panorama for Minnesota. Despite the absence of their main figure, the Timberwolves lead the series 3-1 against Denver, with the fifth game scheduled to be played this Monday. The franchise will need to advance in the playoffs to maintain the hope of having Edwards again in what remains of the postseason. Concern is growing for Minnesota, who also lost Donte DiVincenzo in the same game, who suffered a torn Achilles tendon. Edwards has been the team’s offensive axis this season, establishing himself as one of the most decisive players in the league, so his absence represents a hard blow to the team’s aspirations in the current postseason.