NBA Rescinds Anthony Edwards' Technical Foul, Securing His Availability for Playoff-Deciding Game
The Timberwolves' star player was cleared to face the Jazz after the league overturned his suspension, helping Minnesota clinch a playoff spot.
Overview
- Anthony Edwards' 18th technical foul from Friday's game against the Nets was rescinded by the NBA, nullifying the automatic suspension tied to the infraction.
- Edwards played in Sunday's regular-season finale against the Utah Jazz, scoring 43 points to lead the Timberwolves to a 116-105 victory and a guaranteed top-six playoff seed.
- The Timberwolves avoided the play-in tournament and secured a direct playoff berth with the win, improving their record to 49-33 in a competitive Western Conference race.
- The league's decision to overturn the technical foul has drawn criticism from some players, including Dennis Schröder, who questioned the consistency of NBA disciplinary actions.
- Edwards' availability was pivotal as he delivered a dominant performance, including 18 points in the third quarter, to lift Minnesota past a struggling Jazz team.