Fri Feb 28 05:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Timberwolves Star Anthony Edwards Leads Team to Record-Breaking Comeback, Faces Another Fine

**Minneapolis, MN** – Anthony Edwards led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a stunning 131-129 overtime victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night, orchestrating a franchise-record 25-point comeback. The win marks only the second time in the NBA’s play-by-play era (since 1997-98) a team has won after trailing by at least 16 points with four minutes remaining.

Down by 25 points in the third quarter, the Timberwolves mounted an improbable rally, fueled by Edwards’ dominant performance. He capped the night by blocking Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s potential game-winning shot with 13.2 seconds left in overtime. While Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points, it wasn’t enough to overcome Minnesota’s late surge. Edwards’ stellar performance was complemented by strong contributions from Jaden McDaniels (27 points), Naz Reid (22 points, 11 rebounds), and Nickeil Alexander-Walker (21 points).

However, Edwards’ post-game celebration soured his impressive feat. A hot microphone captured him shouting an expletive-laden phrase of congratulations to his teammates. This latest outburst is likely to result in another hefty fine from the NBA, adding to the already $285,000 he’s paid in fines this season for various on and off-court infractions. Despite his $42 million annual salary, Edwards has previously expressed frustration over these accumulating penalties, vowing to improve his behavior. With 23 games and the playoffs potentially ahead, the young star will have ample opportunity to keep that promise.

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