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The Minnesota Timberwolves were trying to take a commanding 3-0 lead over the Denver Nuggets Friday night at home but the reigning champions had other ideas and walked away with a crucial 117-90 win.
Following the game, Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards opened up to the press and said that he is holding himself accountable for the loss.
“That’s on me. I’ll take the blame for this loss. I came out with no energy at all,” Edwards said, according to a video shared by SportsCenter.
“I let my team and my coaches down,” Edwards added before saying, “I’ll be ready Sunday.”
Ant took the blame for the Timberwolves’ blowout loss in Game 3 @notthefakeSVP
“That’s on me, I’ll take the blame for this loss, I came out with no energy at all.” pic.twitter.com/e2zuhjyrTh
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) May 11, 2024
Edwards only scored 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists during the game.
While those might be admirable numbers for others, they are not for Edwards, who has been on a wonderful tear lately and has gained the attention of many because of his playoff performances.
His honest and humble comment about the game has received quite a reaction online, with many people praising Edwards for taking responsibility.
“No excuses. Complete star at the age of 22. Rare,” one fan said on Twitter.
I love this guy. No excuses. Complete star at the age of 22. Rare.
— Steve Perrault (@Steve_Perrault) May 11, 2024
Others claimed that Edwards’ statement means that he’s going to come out swinging in Game 4 and will put on a huge show.
“He’s cooking next game,” one user predicted.
He’s cooking next game
— Derrick (Mahomes Burner) (@LoyalMahomes) May 11, 2024
Ant gonna come out hungry game 4 Nuggets better look out
— JOHNNY (@Dddin08) May 11, 2024
This loss and Edwards’ comment about them are bringing even more attention to Sunday’s Game 4, which is sure to be must-see TV for any NBA fan.
FANTASTIC response. If you’re a Timberwolves fan, you love to hear accountability. No excuses, onto Sunday.
— x – Mikey CoinSnatch (@MikeyCoinSnatch) May 11, 2024
As many noted, both the Nuggets and Timberwolves will be desperate to win the next game.
The Timberwolves want to score a huge win to get back on track and the Nuggets are eager to even the series before they return to their home court.
This Sunday is going to be a heavy weight battle.
Denver doesn’t want to return to Denver down 3 – 1
Minnesota doesn’t want to return to Denver tied 2 – 2
— Jean-Philippe (@mrjeanphilippe) May 11, 2024
Edwards has wholly accepted a leadership role in Minnesota this year and his comments on Friday night are proof of that.
But he also promised that he would deliver much more in the next game so now all fans are preparing for what may be an explosive performance on Sunday.
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