Overview
- A postgame clip shows Edwards telling Atlanta’s Jalen Johnson he "can’t wait to come home," which quickly circulated on social media and reignited trade chatter.
- The audio is unclear, with interpretations ranging from a personal offseason return to Atlanta to a light remark about the Hawks’ wings and even a mention of Jonathan Kuminga.
- Edwards is in Year 2 of a fully guaranteed five-year extension worth about $244 million that runs through 2028-29 with no player option.
- Trade math exists in theory, yet Atlanta would need to match roughly $49 million in salary and would strain roster flexibility given current cap commitments.
- There is no indication from Edwards or Minnesota of a trade push, and the Timberwolves’ recent conference finals runs reinforce league expectations that he stays put.