Why has Anthony Edwards been cited for assault? Looking at his outburst after Game 5
Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star guard Anthony Edwards is facing legal action for his antics following their Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night. According to reports, Edwards threw a folding chair that hit two employees. He was cited for misdemeanor third-degree assault.
@Shapalicious UPDATE: Denver Police confirm that Anthony Edwards has been cited for third-degree assault for striking two women with a folding chair following Tuesday's game | by @Shapalicious
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The one-time All-Star missed a game-tying shot that could've extended the Wolves' season as Minnesota lost 112-109. After the miss, Edwards sprinted to the locker room. It was reported that the young star picked up a folding chair and swung it, hitting two people.
A security guard was struck by the chair as well as a second employee. Both have been confirmed to have suffered injuries. Edwards has not released a statement regarding the incident. However, reports have confirmed that authorities have been involved.
Denver Police held up the Minnesota team bus to cite Edwards, but no further statements have been released.
Edwards led the Wolves in five games to make the series competitive against the Nuggets. The former No. 1 pick averaged 31.6 points, 5.0 rebounds and 5.2 assists and shot 48.2%, including 34.9% from beyond the arc.
Wolves share statement regarding incident with Anthony Edwards
The Timberwolves shared a statement regarding Edwards' incident, saying they were investigating the matter.
"We are aware of the alleged incident regarding Anthony Edwards following Game 5 in Denver and are in the process of gathering more information. We have no further comment at this moment."
It was later confirmed that the young star is due in court for a hearing that could take place sometime in June.
TMZ Sports has confirmed that Anthony Edwards has been cited for assault
Edwards is due in court for a hearing on the matter in June. https://t.co/JQohE6P1EA
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Anthony Edwards sends message to the Wolves after his second playoff appearance
Throughout the entire first round against the Nuggets, Anthony Edwards was the one who carried the team.
His second postseason outing was a message to the Wolves' front office that they should focus on building around him. Since drafting Karl-Anthony Towns, they've focused on building around the center. But that hasn't worked out well for them and it's time for the franchise to shift their focus.
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