Is Anthony Edwards Playing Tonight? Timberwolves vs Okc Injury Report Confirms Status for WCF Game 1

After beating LeBron James in the first round and then Stephen Curry in the second, both in 5 games, the Minnesota Timberwolves are riding high. And at the center of it all? Minnesota’s 23-year-old sensation — Anthony Edwards! His stock has never been higher than it is right now, and he’s an Olympic gold medalist! But now, Ant-Man has the opportunity to do what he couldn’t last year– make it to the NBA Finals.

But the West’s top seed stands in his way. And after dispatching Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in a gruelling 7-game series, the Oklahoma City Thunder will be ready. Ready to make a dominant entrance in this year’s NBA finals. So, as the Western Conference Finals arrive, let’s see what the Timberwolves’ injury report says about the status of their stars.

Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report– Is Anthony Edwards playing tonight?

Through 10 games so far in this postseason, Anthony Edwards is averaging an incredible 26.5 points, 8 rebounds, and 5.9 assists. He’s easily one of the best players left in the Playoffs as things stand. And going up against the MVP frontrunner, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, it’s safe to say the Timberwolves will need him now more than ever.

Mar 17, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles the ball against the Indiana Pacers in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

So, it bodes well for the T-Wolves that no reports of him getting injured have emerged so far. Neither is Ant-Man present on the Timberwolves’ injury report. So that means Anthony Edwards is AVAILABLE for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. And Minnesota will need the 23-year-old shooting guard to make sure they get off to a good start in this series.

Better yet, the T-Wolves have turned in a clean injury report for this game. They’ve actually done so for the majority of their playoff games this season. Not having any injuries is a lucky break like no other in the postseason. But can the Timberwolves capitalize on their good fortune and momentum and do what they couldn’t last year? Let’s have a look.

Can the Minnesota Timberwolves become NBA Finalists this season?

Absolutely, the Minnesota Timberwolves can become NBA Finalists this season. They’re rested, confident, and clicking at just the right time. After taking down the Warriors in five games, they’ve had six full days to recover. The Thunder have had one. That’s a huge edge against an Oklahoma City Thunder team coming off a brutal seven-game series against Denver. Even if the series was capped off by a 32-point Game 7 win.

When looking at the T-Wolves’ keys to victory, one thing is abundantly clear. Defense will be their foundation in this series. Minnesota’s 106.8 defensive rating is the second-best in the playoffs, just behind OKC. Rudy Gobert is anchoring the paint, while guys like Jaden McDaniels and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are making life tough on opposing guards. And Alexander-Walker knows how to slow down his cousin, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander—he held him to just 5-of-19 shooting in last year’s play-in. That history matters.

CHICAGO, IL – OCTOBER 16: Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards 5 looks on during the first half of a preseason game against the Chicago Bulls on October 16, 2024 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire NBA, Basketball Herren, USA OCT 16 Preseason Timberwolves at Bulls EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon24101679

Then there’s Anthony Edwards. He’s been electric — look no further than the stats we mentioned earlier for proof. Every time the moment gets bigger, he rises to meet it. “He’s been so disciplined in his approach,” Alexander-Walker said, praising Edwards’ leadership. If Ant keeps delivering, Minnesota has the star power to match OKC blow for blow.

It’s only the Timberwolves’ third trip to the Western Conference Finals, but this team feels different. They’re deep, they defend, and they believe. If they lean into their strengths—defense, physicality, and Edwards’ explosiveness—they’re fully capable of breaking through and making the NBA Finals for the first time ever.

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