Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves has been suspended for one game after reaching 16 technical fouls this season. The recent incident occurred in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers, where he received two technical fouls, leading to his ejection. Edwards, who must sit out a crucial road game against the Utah Jazz unless one foul is rescinded, is noted for being the first player to hit this milestone before March since DeMarcus Cousins in the 2016-17 season, indicating ongoing disciplinary issues that could impact his performance in the playoffs, where a different set of technical rules applies.
Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards faces an automatic one-game suspension after picking up two technical fouls in Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Edwards' ejection came after he received his second technical foul of the night with 5:21 remaining in the third quarter.
The slate is wiped clean for the playoffs, when seven technicals result in a one-game suspension, according to league rules.
He is the first player to receive 16 technical fouls before March since DeMarcus Cousins in 2016-17, showcasing a pattern of discipline issues.
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