What happened to Anthony Edwards? Latest knee injury update on Timberwolves star originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.Anthony Edwards might be in trouble because he exited the court in the second quarter of Game 4 between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets.
Most NBA fans have become familiar with Edwards seemingly having instant recoveries from his injuries before.However, this latest one is not a good look because he had an awkward landing. He managed to block Cameron Johnson's layup, but he landed with a thud on his left leg, and it appears that he is feeling the brunt of it in the knee area.The reason why Anthony Edwards exited Game 4 against the NuggetsEdwards is one of the most athletic players in the league, and that is reflected in all the plays he does day in and day out. Unfortunately, it seems bad luck caught up to him in Game 4 against the Nuggets.
Considering the Timberwolves have been excellent in this series, this is a significant blow.He is the Timberwolves' superstar and primary scoring option, so losing him is a punch in the gut. He had already been dealing with an issue with his right knee, but now, it is both knees. With his block attempt against Johnson, it appears he hyperextended his left knee.MORE: Anthony Edwards' leadership has become a big deal for the Minnesota TimberwolvesThe absolute worst-case scenario is him tearing his ACL, which is one of the worst injuries for any athlete.
Timberwolves fans are hoping for the best, but they cannot help but think of the worst thing that could happen. Edwards has always been a fighter for the Timberwolves, as he recently noted that he will always go for the block. He is one of the most competitive players in the league, so getting blocks is a big part of his game. Edwards wants to emulate Dwyane Wade's impact, but unfortunately, like D-Wade, he might face some spells on the sidelines.The Timberwolves medical staff will be announcing Edwards' condition soon, but in the meantime, the speculation is a hyperextension due to his awkward landing after the block attempt.More NBA news:How the Nuggets' Nikola Jokic managed to get exposed by the TimberwolvesThe tough decision the Nuggets had to make with Aaron Gordon and his injuryAnthony Edwards wants to be more like Miami Heat legend Dwyane WadeAnthony Edwards' fans bizarrely think that he's bald nowAnthony Edwards named as one of the top candidates for Clutch Player of the Year