The Minnesota Timberwolves believe Anthony Edwards will be 'good as new' following arthroscopic surgery on his right knee. Team president Tim Connelly confirmed the cleanup procedure was scheduled after an MRI revealed new damage not detected in previous scans. Edwards, who scored 47 points in his last game, was bothered by knee pain throughout the playoffs and last season, limiting him to a career-low 61 games.
The star shooting guard suffered a hyperextension of his left knee during the first round of the playoffs, causing a deep bone bruise that kept him out for two games. Despite the injury, Edwards played through pain, grabbing his knee with a grimace during the home opener. Connelly emphasized that the surgery is about Edwards' long-term health, not just the current season.
Edwards consented to the procedure reluctantly, telling teammates 'You guys got it' before the operation. The Timberwolves are already without guard Donte Di Vincenzo, who tore his right Achilles tendon in the same playoff game. Point guard La Melo Ball has taken over the starting role, with Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. providing depth off the bench.
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