Anthony Edwards is now likely to suit up for Game 1 against the San Antonio Spurs, as long as there are no issues during pregame, according to ESPN sources.
Only nine days after suffering a left knee injury, Edwards has progressed faster than initially expected – the team had originally projected a return later in the series.
The Minnesota Timberwolves star guard has already been medically cleared, with the final approval expected to come following his pregame routine.
Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards is expected to play in Game 1 against the San Antonio Spurs, barring any setback pregame, per ESPN sources. Just 9 days removed from his left knee injury, and after the team had expected him to return midseries, Edwards has received medical clearance… pic.twitter.com/6o1uxW6qEf
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