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Anthony Edwards Leaves Bench Early in Blowout After Starters Are Pulled

Minnesota's coach said the guard should have remained on the sideline to support teammates.

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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

  • With 7:52 left and Minnesota trailing 109-80, Edwards tossed his towel during a timeout and left for the locker room after Chris Finch removed the starters.
  • Finch criticized the decision postgame, saying Edwards needs to stay on the bench and root for his team.
  • Edwards scored 30 points on 10-of-18 shooting in 33 minutes, but the Timberwolves lost 126-102 to the Hawks.
  • The defeat dropped Minnesota to 21-13 and marked its third loss in four games.
  • It was Edwards' second early departure in a week following his Christmas Day ejection against Denver.