Timberwolves Star To Miss Up To 2 Months After Knee Procedure: Report

The Wolves could be without their franchise player for a big chunk of the season, according to a new report.

By William Bornhoft, Patch Staff

Oct 27, 2026 5:57 PM CDT

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards celebrates scoring during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bailey Hillesheim)

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is set to have an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee and could be sidelined for as long as two months, ESPN reported Tuesday evening.

Citing sources, ESPN's Shams Charania reported the news on X shortly before 6 p.m. Central time Tuesday. The procedure will address the right knee that has been bothering Edwards.

The injury is a major blow for the Timberwolves, who have gotten off to a hot start this season.

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