Even though his team lost 114-88 to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night, Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards doesn’t sound too worried about his team’s chances.
In fact, he already has a plan about how to move forward.
Speaking with ESPN after his team’s defeat, Edwards laid out what’s ahead for him.
“I definitely got to shoot more,” Edwards said. “I only took 13 f—ing shots. … Probably just get off the ball a little more, play without the ball. I think that will be the answer. Because playing on the ball, they’re just going to double and sit in the gaps all day.
Edwards sounded relaxed in his post-game press conference, which might be a sign of just how confident he is about this series.
Tuesday wasn’t Edwards’ greatest night, and he finished with 18 points on 5-of-13 from the floor.
Only one of his attempts was made inside the paint, which speaks to just how suffocating the OKC defense is.
The real problems came during the second half, when Edwards only scored five points.
Obviously, that will have to change in the games ahead because the Timberwolves cannot get far if their star player isn’t putting up star numbers.
Edwards said he was going to study film from the game and plot a course forward with head coach Chris Finch.
It’s obvious that the Thunder aren’t going to change their defensive approach, and Edwards and his team will have to accept that and adjust.
How can they win over a defense that just does not quit?
Edwards knew that Tuesday night wasn’t terrific, but he sounds committed and confident moving forward.
He was smiling after the game, but will he give fans something to smile about soon?
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