Particle.news
Download on the App Store
6 ARTICLES
·
6h ago

Anthony Edwards Leaves Bench Early After Finch Pulls Starters in Timberwolves’ Blowout Loss

Coach Chris Finch said the All-Star should have remained on the bench to support his team.

Image
Dec 31, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) shown on the court prior to the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Dec 31, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) on the court during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Edwards left the court during a timeout with 7:52 remaining after tossing his towel, as Minnesota trailed 109-80 in an eventual 126-102 loss at Atlanta.
  • Finch had emptied the bench coming out of the timeout, a decision reporters indicated precipitated Edwards’ exit.
  • Edwards scored a team-high 30 points on 10-of-18 shooting before departing for the locker room.
  • Edwards did not address reporters postgame, and Finch said he needed to stay on the floor and root for his teammates.
  • The Timberwolves fell to 21-13 and visit Miami next, marking Edwards’ second early departure in a week following his Christmas Day ejection at Denver.