Star Anthony Edwards will be sidelined for at least one week with a hyperextension and bone bruise in his left knee.

Minnesota's star is has a hyperextended left knee and a bone bruise after suffering the injuries in Game 4 vs. Denver.

If the Timberwolves can close out the Nuggets, they will likely face the No. 2 San Antonio Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama, who currently holds a 3-1 series lead over the Portland Trail Blazers. The early stages of Edwards’ recovery will emphasize rest and managing swelling before any return to on-court activity.

The left knee of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards remained structurally intact when he was injured during Game 4 of his team's Western Conference first-round playoff series, but he is likely to miss multiple weeks,

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards suffered a left knee injury in Game 4 win over Nuggets. ESPN reports he'll be out multiple weeks.

The Timberwolves have won Game 5 in the previous three playoff series that they took a 3-1 lead. But Minnesota will be without the starting backcourt of Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards after both guards were injured during the 112-96 victory in Game 4.

Jayson Tatum had a message for Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo and head coach Chris Finch appreciated it.