The NBA has fined Anthony Edwards USD 50,000 for directing inappropriate language and making an obscene gesture toward a fan during the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 117-95 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday. According to the league, the incident occurred with 4:33 left in the third quarter, when the visiting Timberwolves held an 85-61 lead in Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series. ALSO READ | NBA Playoffs roundup: Detroit Pistons snap losing streak, vintage Kawhi Leonard leads Los Angeles Clippers After realising teammate Rudy Gobert was being heckled by a fan, Edwards stepped in and told the fan how much money Gobert made.
As the heckling continued, Edwards turned to the fans and grabbed his crotch while making a lewd comment. Edwards had 22 points, eight rebounds and nine assists in the Game 1 win. Comments Related Topics Anthony Edwards / Minnesota Timberwolves Latest on Sportstar.
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Minnesota Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards fined for obscene comment, gesture towards fan

The incident occurred with 4:33 left in the third quarter, when the visiting Timberwolves held an 85-61 lead in Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series.