The Minnesota Timberwolves are facing a major setback in their playoff run after losing two key guards in the same game against the Denver Nuggets. Anthony Edwards will miss multiple weeks due to a bone bruise and hyperextension in his left knee, while Donte DiVincenzo has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a torn Achilles tendon. Both injuries were confirmed following medical evaluations, with Edwards undergoing an MRI that showed no ligament damage but still required extended recovery time.
DiVincenzo Suffers Achilles Tear, Edwards Knee Injury As Timberwolves Lose Both Guards
DiVincenzo’s injury happened early in Game 4 when he suffered a non-contact setback after attempting to pursue a rebound. He had played just over a minute before going down and immediately heading to the locker room. Although he initially walked off the court, he was later seen in a wheelchair with a leg splint, confirming the severity of the Achilles tear. Head coach Chris Finch expressed deep disappointment, calling DiVincenzo a central emotional force for the team and praising his contributions throughout the season.
The situation worsened just before halftime when Edwards landed awkwardly and hyperextended his knee. He stayed on the floor briefly in visible frustration before being assisted to the locker room. After halftime assessments, the team officially ruled him out for the remainder of the game. With both starting guards unavailable, Minnesota turned to Mike Conley to handle point guard duties in the second half.
Timberwolves Take 3–1 Lead Over Nuggets Despite Injuries, Ejections, Dosunmu’s Explosive Performance
Despite these setbacks, the Timberwolves managed to secure a 110–96 victory, taking a 3–1 series lead over Denver. The win was notable given the absence of two starters before halftime, as the Nuggets briefly controlled portions of the second and third quarters before Minnesota pulled away late.
The game also featured heightened tension, including an on-court incident that led to the ejections of Nikola Jokić and Julius Randle following a physical altercation involving Jaden McDaniels. The confrontation added to the intensity of an already emotionally charged playoff matchup.
One of the biggest surprises of the night came from Ayo Dosunmu, who delivered a standout performance off the bench with a career-high 43 points. His scoring effort placed him among a rare group of NBA players to record 40 or more points as a reserve in a playoff game, providing Minnesota with a crucial offensive boost.
Although the Timberwolves secured the win, the loss of Edwards and DiVincenzo significantly impacts their rotation and raises major questions about depth and consistency moving forward in the series.
