From Newsweek · Rowan Fisher-Shotton · · 1m 10s
Anthony Edwards Knee Injury Threatens $304M Contract
Anthony Edwards' knee injury risks missing $304 million supermax extension.
In brief
Anthony Edwards' knee injury risks missing $304 million supermax extension. Anthony Edwards' knee injury could prevent him from qualifying for a $304 million NBA supermax extension this summer. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Anthony Edwards Knee Injury
Anthony Edwards is set to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right knee after playing through discomfort during the Minnesota Timberwolves first four games of the NBA season.
Injury Timeline
The issue has bothered him since last year, when he dealt with right knee soreness before hyperextending his left knee during the playoffs.
Potential Absence
The Timberwolves are reportedly preparing for Edwards to now miss up to two months of action, although other reports suggest his absence could be longer, potentially not until January.
Financial Impact
If Edwards doesn't return until mid to late December, as expected, that would mean he'd miss around 20 to 30 games, putting his eligibility for a four-year, $304 million supermax extension this summer in jeopardy.
Contract Details
Edwards signed a five-year extension with Minnesota in 2023 worth up to $244.6 million, with his current deal running through the 2028-29 season.
What it means
Anthony Edwards' knee injury could prevent him from qualifying for a $304 million NBA supermax extension this summer.
