Defending the perimeter had previously been a strong point of this team, but the Thunder has not illustrated that amid lingering injury issues.

In a recent interview, Anthony Edwards revealed the defensive plan used to slow down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's performance.

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the brakes off the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight, avenging their Western Conference Finals loss by taking a 123-111 win at home.

Anthony Edwards is cleared to play tonight against the Oklahoma City Thunder, easing concerns about his right foot. Minnesota's star guard, averaging nearly 36 points in his last four games, will be available for the crucial home matchup.

The latest on Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert and Mike Conley Jr., who are both listed on the team's injury report ahead of facing the Thunder.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder are off to Minneapolis on Thursday night for a showdown with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Isaiah Hartenstein‘s return for the Thunder is imminent, as the big man is no longer listed on Oklahoma City’s injury report heading into Thursday’s game against the Timberwolves, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman notes (Twitter link).