Chris Finch’s Anthony Edwards admission means Timberwolves is cooked vs. Nuggets

The outlook for the Minnesota Timberwolves’ postseason has taken a turn for the worse following a disheartening 116-105 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Beyond the score, the main concern lies with Anthony Edwards’ physical condition, which seems to be a significant barrier to Minnesota’s success. Head coach Chris Finch recently expressed his frustration after Edwards’ request for postseason award eligibility was denied due to the league’s 65-game rule.

Finch criticized the lack of transparency in the process, pointing out that while other players received exceptions, Edwards, who typically avoids resting, was excluded from the honors conversation.

Officiating has also become a contentious issue in this series. Finch highlighted Jamal Murray’s 16 free-throw attempts during the loss as a puzzling statistic, especially given Murray’s struggles to make shots from the field.

However, the most concerning takeaway from the game was Finch’s bleak admission regarding his star player’s conditioning.

In an interview with ESPN, Finch acknowledged that Edwards, who scored 22 points, appeared visibly fatigued as the game progressed.

The coach noted that he had to pull Edwards from the game earlier than intended in the third quarter because the explosive player fans are accustomed to seeing was notably absent.

Edwards was even seen walking with a distinct limp as he left the arena, a troubling sight for a team that relies heavily on him to perform against a formidable Denver squad, and Finch recognized that, while the effort was commendable, the rhythm and finesse were lacking as Edwards continues to deal with a persistent knee injury.

If Minnesota’s primary player remains compromised, the team’s championship hopes may be over before they truly begin.

The post Chris Finch’s Anthony Edwards admission means Timberwolves is cooked vs. Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.