Anthony Edwards continued his rise to NBA superstardom Sunday night, scoring 40 points to propel the Minnesota Timberwolves to their first playoff series win in 20 years by eliminating the Phoenix Suns. Edwards’ dynamic performance included two highlight-reel plays in the final minutes—a powerful dunk over Kevin Durant and a decisive block on Devin Booker.
Edwards’ penchant for spectacle carried over to the postgame press conference, where he chose to speak alongside teammate Karl-Anthony Towns.
During the session, Edwards highlighted Towns’ significant contribution in Game 4, particularly noting his minimal foul trouble, which has often limited his playtime in the series. Despite Towns finishing the game with five fouls, he managed to avoid his first foul until the third quarter’s two-minute mark.
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Edwards emphasized the strategic importance of Towns remaining on the court, praising his performance and impact. Towns scored 28 points in 39 minutes, a testament to his importance to the team’s success when he can avoid early fouls.
The camaraderie between Edwards and Towns was evident as they joked about the game during the press conference, underscoring the strong chemistry and positive atmosphere surrounding the Timberwolves. Maintaining such performances will be crucial for Towns, who averages 3.9 fouls per game over 20 postseason appearances.
The Timberwolves’ strategy often revolves around their ability to space the floor despite their size. Minnesota typically relies on Kyle Anderson, who offers less shooting prowess when Towns is sidelined with foul trouble.
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Edwards’ postgame comments suggest a growing team awareness of how critical Towns’ presence on the floor is for their playoff aspirations.
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