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In Thursday night’s game between the Lakers and Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena, things got heated off the court, as Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves and Jarred Vanderbilt of the Lakers had a shoving match after the first quarter.
What Happened in the Shoving Match?
After the first quarter buzzer, Edwards and Vanderbilt exchanged some words that quickly led to a physical altercation. Both players received technical fouls for the incident. Although the situation cooled down, it was clear that the fight had added tension to the game.
VANDO & ANT GET CHIPPY 😳
— Digits Sports App (@Digits3App) February 28, 2025
A little extra physicality between Jarred Vanderbilt & Anthony Edwards—tempers flaring! 🍿 pic.twitter.com/DRCvhPXzoM
Why Is This Important for the Timberwolves?
The bigger problem for the Timberwolves is Edwards’ potential suspension. With 15 technical fouls on the season, Edwards is just one away from a suspension. Edwards, who averages 27.5 points per game, is the key to the Timberwolves’ offense. If he misses games due to suspension, it could be a major setback for the team’s playoff hopes.
How Is the Game Going?
By halftime, the Lakers led the Timberwolves 58-47. The Lakers were performing well, even without star player LeBron James. On the other hand, the Timberwolves are struggling with injuries, and losing Edwards would make things even harder for them.
