Anthony Edwards makes Minnesota history against the Blazers

ByNBAUSA



The Minnesota Timberwolves scored a come-from-behind victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, 118-114, on Wednesday at the Moda Center to start the season on a positive note.

The Timberwolves were down eight points, 103-95, with nine minutes left in the fourth quarter. The Trail Blazers threatened to pull away, but Minnesota rallied, with Anthony Edwards scored five straight points to give them the lead, 108-107.

Edwards put the game away after burying a stepback jumper with 9.0 seconds remaining. He finished with 41 points, including 10 in the final four minutes. He shot 14 of 28 from the field, including 5 of 10 from three-point range.

The 24-year-old guard also set a new Timberwolves record most points scored in the season openeraccording to StatMuse.

Edwards, who was questionable before the game with back spasms, added seven rebounds and a block. He also played solid defense against the Trail Blazers.

The three-time All-Star had plenty of support, as Julius Randle had 19 points, seven rebounds, six assists and two steals, while Jaden McDaniels had 18 points, five rebounds and three blocks.

Jeremy Grant led Portland with a team-high 29 points off the bench. Jrue Holiday had 14 points, six rebounds, seven assists and three steals in his debut for the Trail Blazers.

Edwards continues his rise as one of the league’s best players. He made the All-NBA Second Team for the second consecutive season last season after averaging a career-high 27.6 points. He also led the league in three-pointers made with 320.

always open, Edwards has openly said that he is in the running for MVP. Well, he’s off to a good start.





2025-10-23 05:20:00

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