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**Edwards Passes Garnett as Timberwolves All-Time Playoff Scoring Leader Despite Game 2 Loss**

OKLAHOMA CITY – Despite a valiant effort from Anthony Edwards, the Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-103 in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals Thursday night, putting them in a 2-0 series deficit. While the loss stings, the game marked a historic moment for Edwards, who surpassed Kevin Garnett as the franchise’s all-time leading playoff scorer.

Edwards finished the night with 32 points on 12-for-26 shooting, a marked improvement from his Game 1 performance. In the third quarter, he officially eclipsed Garnett’s record of 1,049 postseason points, now sitting atop the Timberwolves’ leaderboard with 1,065 and counting. The accomplishment is even more remarkable considering Edwards has achieved this feat in just five years with the team, compared to Garnett’s 12 seasons.

“It’s an honor to be mentioned in the same breath as KG,” Edwards said after the game. “He’s a legend in Minnesota, and I’m just trying to do my part to bring a championship to this city.”

While the individual achievement is significant, the Timberwolves face an uphill battle in the series against the Thunder. The team will need more than just Edwards’ scoring prowess to turn the tide. They must find ways to contain Oklahoma City’s offensive threats and improve their own consistency.

Despite the series deficit, Edwards’ record-breaking performance offers a glimmer of hope for Timberwolves fans. As a budding superstar at only 23 years old, Edwards has the potential to lead the franchise to unprecedented heights.

The Timberwolves will look to bounce back as the series shifts to Minneapolis for Game 3.

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