Anthony Edwards attributed the team’s success to the contributions of Kyle Anderson, highlighting his versatility and leadership on the court in a post-game interview following a triumphant win for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
However, the interview stirred controversy as a certain phrase was edited out by the Wolves’ media team.
The Timberwolves clinched a decisive victory by a margin of 10 points, with Edwards acknowledging Anderson’s pivotal role in the game.
Speaking to reporters, Edwards commended Anderson for his all-around performance, from rebounding to making crucial plays and motivating his teammates.
“Man, all credit goes to Kyle Anderson. He was everything we needed tonight, whether it was rebounding in traffic, executing in critical moments, or providing vocal leadership,” Edwards stated. “He was the MVP tonight, for sure.”
Ant credits Slow Mo for doing everything including "getting on everybody's ass" … unsurprisingly the Wolves edited out a certain phrase from the interview 😂 pic.twitter.com/JCVjjRyotR
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While Edwards’ praise for Anderson was clear, a particular phrase uttered during the interview was notably absent in the edited version released by the Timberwolves’ media team.
The omission raised eyebrows among fans and media observers, prompting speculation about the nature of the deleted remark.
The controversy arose when Edwards mentioned Anderson’s role in “getting on everybody’s ass,” implying his assertiveness in holding teammates accountable and driving performance.
Despite the phrase being edited out, its implications regarding Anderson’s leadership style were evident in Edwards’ remarks.
Following the discussion about Anderson’s impact, the interview shifted to a discussion about Edwards’ highlight-reel dunk during the game.
With a monitor set up for analysis, Edwards eagerly walked through the play, describing it as the “best dunk” of his career.
