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Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers: Anthony Edwards cleared to play as unbeaten Minnesota visits Cleveland
The Minnesota Timberwolves will have their star. Anthony Edwards was upgraded to available for Monday night’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Oct. 26, after being listed as questionable with what the team called right knee injury management, NBC Sports and Basketnews reported.
The game was set to tip off at 7 p.m. ET at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. It’s the first meeting of the season between the teams, according to Yahoo Sports. This is a pregame preview; check the NBA scoreboard for the live score.
Is Anthony Edwards playing tonight?
Yes. Edwards first appeared on the injury report as questionable, raising concern a day after he played in Minnesota’s home opener. The team then cleared him. Basketnews reported that coach Chris Finch had already told reporters the knee isn’t a long-term concern.
Edwards has carried Minnesota’s offense early. He’s averaging 28.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.3 assists through three games, per Yahoo Sports. On Sunday he scored 26 points in under 28 minutes of a 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors.
If the knee had kept him out, Yahoo said Minnesota could have started Ayo Dosunmu or Jaylen Clark in his place.
Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers injury report
| Team | Player | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwolves | Anthony Edwards | Available | Right knee injury management |
| Timberwolves | Donte DiVincenzo | Out | Recovery from Achilles surgery |
| Cavaliers | Khalifa Diop | Out | Left knee injury management |
| Cavaliers | Nae’Qwan Tomlin | Out | Low back stress reaction |
| Cavaliers | Ernest Udeh Jr. | Out | G League two-way assignment |
DiVincenzo tore his Achilles in Game 4 of Minnesota’s first-round playoff series against Denver last spring and had surgery in April, according to Yahoo Sports. He hopes to return at some point this season.
Expected starting lineups
Based on recent games, Yahoo Sports listed these likely starters:
- Timberwolves: LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, Jonathan Kuminga, Rudy Gobert
- Cavaliers: James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Peyton Watson, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen
Minnesota’s main bench players have been Dosunmu, Terrence Shannon Jr., Bones Hyland, Trey Lyles and Joan Beringer. Cleveland has leaned on Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson, Mario Hezonja and Tyrese Proctor off the bench.
How both teams got here
Minnesota (3-0) has started the season by blowing out Miami, Orlando and Toronto. Each win came by more than 20 points. Monday’s game is a one-game road trip before the Wolves return home for two games, Yahoo noted.
Cleveland (1-1) lost its opener in Philadelphia. The Cavs then held off the Brooklyn Nets 125-121 in their home opener on Saturday, with Mitchell, Allen and Mobley each scoring 20 or more.
What to watch
- Edwards’ workload. With the knee being managed, watch whether his minutes look normal.
- Size vs. size. Cleveland’s Mobley-Allen frontcourt against Gobert is a key matchup on the glass.
- Minnesota’s bench vs. Cleveland’s. The Wolves’ depth has helped them pull away early in blowouts. Cleveland’s reserves were key in the Nets win.
How to watch Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers
Yahoo Sports listed regional coverage on DAZN-MIN and DAZN-CLE, along with WUAB and Rock Entertainment Sports Network. Availability depends on your location.
FAQ
What time is Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers?
7 p.m. ET on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland.
Is Anthony Edwards playing tonight?
Yes. He was upgraded from questionable to available with right knee injury management.
Who is out for the Timberwolves?
Donte DiVincenzo, who is recovering from Achilles surgery.
Who is out for the Cavaliers?
Khalifa Diop, Nae’Qwan Tomlin and Ernest Udeh Jr.