Overview

• Anthony Edwards was fined $50,000 by the NBA for using profane language during a media interview following the Timberwolves' Game 1 Western Conference loss to the Thunder.
• This marks Edwards' seventh fine of the 2024–25 season and playoffs, bringing his total penalties to $370,000.
• The fines have been issued for a range of misconduct, including obscene gestures, criticism of officiating, and inappropriate interactions with fans.
• Nearly $200,000 of Edwards' fines were levied in December 2024, reflecting a particularly contentious period in his season.
• Despite the mounting financial penalties, Edwards, in the first year of a $244.6 million contract, remains under scrutiny for his brash and unfiltered demeanor.