VIDEO: Anthony Edwards Makes His Feelings Extremely Clear To The Referees Over Their “Trash” Call During Wolves-Thunder Game

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Minnesota Timberwolves showed immense grit in their recent matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder but ultimately fell short, losing 130-123. Anthony Edwards led the charge for the Wolves, nearly achieving a triple-double with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists.

However, this season has been a worrying run for the young Anthony. He’s leading the list of making the most fouls in a season. And keeping the same mentality so far, he was at it again during the Thunder game.

The drama broke into the game at the end of the first quarter. The OKC Thunder was leading with an 11-point difference from the Timberwolves, 34-23. Edwards was visibly frustrated after the technical foul called on him and was slowly charged towards the referees.

“Trash. That’s trash. That’s a trash call,” Edwards was heard calling out the refs for their call.

However, the TWolves bench staff was quick to console the three-time NBA All-Star. They brought him back around the team’s sitting area to avoid any further escalation. His performance was critical as he tried to rally the team, particularly after they closed the first half with a strong 23-7 run. His efforts briefly took a 63-61 lead into halftime. However, the challenge of facing one of the league’s top teams proved too great.

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This latest infraction came midway through the third quarter when he fell to the floor and clapped in the face of an official, expressing his displeasure over a no-call. As the pressure mounts with the Wolves amid a tight playoff race, Edwards teeters on the edge of a one-game suspension.

Just two more technical fouls will lead to a $5,000 fine and a forced break from the action for the young, enthusiastic shooting guard. Managing emotions in high-stakes situations is a challenge for any athlete, and Edwards is no exception. Currently ranked seventh in the Western Conference with 24 games remaining, his temper could jeopardize his performance and the team’s playoff aspirations.

Edwards’ frustrations have been compounded, particularly in his comparisons to fellow star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is adept at drawing fouls and getting to the free-throw line more frequently. Edwards has also openly voiced his concerns about the disparity in fouls during games, adding fuel to his competitive fire.