In a captivating showdown at the Target Center on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis, Anthony Edwards delivered a virtuoso 43-point performance against the Los Angeles Lakers, electrifying the Minnesota Timberwolves faithful and taking a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
The team also garnered enthusiastic support from their new co-owner, baseball icon Alex Rodriguez. He posted shortly on Instagram shortly after the Timberwolves’ win, highlighting the comeback victory and picturing Edwards’ excited expression.
Timberwolves Owner Alex Rodriguez Reacts To Game 4 Win Over Lakers
Edwards was nothing short of sensational. His explosive drives to the basket, coupled with his increasingly reliable jump shot, proved too much for the Lakers to handle.
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He attacked the rim with ferocity, drawing fouls and finishing tough shots, while also displaying impressive court vision with timely passes to open teammates in the clutch. The energy inside the arena was palpable, and the crowd truly recognized they were witnessing a special performance from their young superstar.
Adding to the excitement was the presence of Rodriguez, the recently installed co-owner of the Timberwolves. He was courtside to witness Edwards’ legendary performance.
Alex Rodriguez’s Path to Buying The Timberwolves
The path to Timberwolves ownership for Rodriguez and Lore was far from smooth. Their initial agreement in 2021 to purchase the franchise from Glenn Taylor for $1.5 billion involved a series of installment payments.
However, in March 2024, Taylor abruptly called off the sale, citing alleged breaches of the agreement related to payment deadlines. This decision triggered a significant legal dispute that ultimately went to arbitration. After a lengthy process, an arbitration panel ruled in February 2025 that Taylor has indeed violated the terms of the original sale agreement.
This ruling paved the way for Rodriguez and Lore to finally take control of the Timberwolves, a transfer that subsequently received the necessary approval from the NBA.
Rodriguez’s attendance at such a high-stakes game so soon after the ownership transition underscores his commitment to the Timberwolves organization and its success. His visible support for Edwards and the entire team provides a boost of confidence and excitement for the future.
With a dynamic young talent like Edwards leading the way and a new, ambitious ownership group now in place, the Timberwolves and their fans have ample reason for optimism.
Their victory on Sunday against the Lakers, fueled by an unforgettable performance from Edwards and witnessed by their new owner, signifies a promising new era for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
