In a thrilling first-round NBA playoff clash, the Minnesota Timberwolves surged to a resounding 120-95 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Saturday. Anthony Edwards emerged as the hero, scoring a remarkable 18 points and hauling in nine rebounds during a pivotal third quarter.

Marking their first home playoff triumph in two decades, the Wolves owed their success to stellar performances from Karl-Anthony Towns, who tallied 19 points, Nickeil Alexander-Walker with 18 points on efficient shooting, and Rudy Gobert, contributing 14 points and 16 rebounds, as reported by the NBA website.

Despite the Suns’ dominance in their regular-season encounters, where they consistently outplayed the Wolves and held double-digit leads throughout, Kevin Durant led their charge with an impressive 31-point display.

Anthony Edwards Triumphs Over His Favorite Player, Kevin Durant

However, Bradley Beal’s 15 points and Devin Booker’s 18 points weren’t enough to offset the Wolves’ dominance on the boards and in the paint.

As Game 2 approaches in Minneapolis on Tuesday, Anthony Edwards’ standout performance remains a focal point. His pivotal 3-pointer during the Wolves’ strong third quarter, coupled with his admiration for Durant, underscores the intensity and passion of playoff basketball.

Reflecting on his encounter with Durant, Edwards expressed his awe, stating, “That’s my favorite player of all time, so that was probably one of the best feelings ever in my whole life, for sure.”

Despite Durant’s formidable presence, the Wolves’ resilience and Edwards’ heroics propelled them to a memorable victory, defying expectations and setting the stage for an electrifying series.