In a significant matchup on January 10, 2026, the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Cleveland Cavaliers, but the status of star player Anthony Edwards remains uncertain. Edwards recently achieved a remarkable milestone by scoring his 10,000th point, making him the third fastest player in NBA history to reach this mark, following legends LeBron James and Kevin Durant. In his last game, he contributed significantly with 25 points, 9 assists, 7 rebounds, and 4 three-pointers, helping the Timberwolves secure a 131-122 victory against the Cavaliers.
Despite his impressive performance, Edwards is listed as questionable for today’s game due to an ongoing issue with his right foot, an injury that has affected him in recent outings. He has played through the pain in the past few games, demonstrating his commitment to the team. However, with the long NBA season stretching to 82 games, the Timberwolves must carefully consider the risk of overextending him.
Complicating matters, Timberwolves guard Mike Conley is confirmed out for this matchup, and Julius Randle of the Cavaliers is also questionable. This situation raises questions about how the Timberwolves will strategize, especially with a crucial game against the San Antonio Spurs coming up on Sunday. The San Antonio matchup will be vital, as the Spurs, currently holding 26 wins and 11 losses, pose a significant challenge.
Edwards has been having an outstanding season, averaging 29.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.4 steals, and 3.4 three-pointers in approximately 34.8 minutes per game. His performance is critical if the Timberwolves aim to secure a place in the playoffs and potentially reach the Western Conference Finals. With the Denver Nuggets tied with the Timberwolves at 25 wins and 13 losses, the absence of star center Nikola Jokic for at least a month could provide the Timberwolves with an opportunity to solidify their position among the top teams in the West.
As the Timberwolves weigh their options regarding Edwards, the team may lean more heavily on players like Bones Hyland and Rob Dillingham should they decide to rest their star player today. With a critical schedule ahead, every decision will impact their pursuit of a successful season. The focus now is on whether Edwards will take the court against the Cavaliers or prioritize his health for the challenges that lie ahead.
