Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards sounds off on Spurs’ ‘crazy’ tactic in Game 2

The mind games and tactical warfare of the 2026 NBA Playoffs intensified dramatically after the Minnesota Timberwolves’ lopsided Game 2 battle against the San Antonio Spurs. Anthony Edwards made it crystal clear that San Antonio’s defensive blueprint caught his attention. Following the game, the Timberwolves superstar openly addressed the relentless pressure San Antonio threw his way. He described the Spurs’ defensive strategy as “crazy” after spending the night navigating constant traps, swarming defenders, and aggressive double-teams. Minnesota ultimately lost the chess match. The Spurs sent a loud message that slowing down Edwards has become their singular postseason obsession.

Speaking to reporters after the game, Edwards acknowledged just how aggressive San Antonio’s approach had become whenever he touched the basketball.

“Yeah, I think we gotta watch film on it, find the holes in it,” Edwards said with a grin. He referenced the Spurs’ relentless double-teams and full-court pressure.

Anthony Edwards on the double teams he was facing from San Antonio: “They was playing crazy, right?”

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“We just didn’t make enough shots to get them out of it,” Edwards added. “I think we struggled to make shots tonight, so they were just content with doing it their entire night. So I feel like the more we make shots, the easier it’s gonna be for me.”

San Antonio repeatedly trapped Edwards, forcing the ball out of his hands early and daring Minnesota’s secondary playmakers to create offense in four-on-three situations. It was clearly designed to wear down the Timberwolves’ offensive centerpiece over the course of the series.

During the 2025-26 regular season, Edwards firmly cemented himself among the NBA’s elite superstars. He averaged a career-high 28.8 points alongside 5.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists

Now, as the Western Conference Semifinals intensify, Edwards needs to continue proving he can thrive even while facing the type of “crazy” defensive pressure usually reserved only for the league’s most dangerous offensive weapons.

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