Overview
- The official injury report lists Edwards as out for a second straight game on Friday in Houston due to right foot injury maintenance.
- Team messaging characterizes the absence as precautionary rather than a new setback, with an emphasis on preservation.
- Minnesota routed Milwaukee 139–106 without Edwards, led by Julius Randle’s 29 points and Bones Hyland’s 23 off the bench.
- The Timberwolves are 5–3 when Edwards sits and entered Houston at 27–14, reflecting depth during his limited availability.
- With Edwards sidelined, Chris Finch leaned on lineup tweaks against the Bucks, including Mike Conley at point guard and Donte DiVincenzo off the ball, with larger roles for Randle, Jaden McDaniels and Naz Reid.