Wolves’ Anthony Edwards makes damning confession that must get tossed ‘out window’ in playoffs

The Minnesota Timberwolves are entering the 2026 NBA Playoffs with postseason experience and rising expectations, but Anthony Edwards acknowledged a concerning regular-season mindset that will not carry over into their first-round series against the Denver Nuggets.

Minnesota opens its playoff run in Game 1 on Saturday, April 18 at 12:30 p.m. PT at Ball Arena, returning to the site of its defining breakthrough in the 2024 postseason. The Timberwolves defeated Denver in a seven-game second-round series that year, advancing to the Western Conference Finals for the first time in franchise history. They followed that run with another Western Conference Finals appearance in 2025, establishing themselves as a consistent contender in the Western Conference.

Despite that trajectory, Edwards admitted the team lacked urgency at times during the regular season.

“It felt like that at times. Like we was just trying to get through the season and get to the playoffs. But we’re here now and all the other excuses are out the window.”

Minnesota finished the regular season 49-33, matching its record from the previous year and again securing the No. 6 seed. While the team has demonstrated the ability to elevate its play in the postseason, Edwards’ comments underscore the importance of a sharper approach against a Denver team with championship experience and continuity.

Anthony Edwards on if it felt like the team was just waiting around for the playoffs this season:

“It felt like that at times. Like we was just trying to get through the season and get through the playoffs. But we’re here now and all the other excuses are out the window” pic.twitter.com/BJfiNt2NAQ

— Ryan Eichten (@REichten) April 15, 2026

Anthony Edwards mindset shift key as Timberwolves aim to build on playoff success vs. Nuggets

The Timberwolves’ defensive identity and physicality have been central to their recent playoff success, particularly in their 2024 series win over the Nuggets. However, maintaining consistent intensity will be critical as they look to replicate that performance in a new postseason setting.

Edwards remains the focal point of Minnesota’s offense and leadership, and his mindset will likely set the tone for the team’s playoff run. With back-to-back Western Conference Finals appearances already established, the Timberwolves are now aiming to take the next step and reach the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history.

Facing Denver again presents a familiar challenge. While Minnesota has proven it can win in a hostile environment, Edwards’ acknowledgment highlights the need to eliminate any complacency as the margin for error tightens in the playoffs.

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