It’s been largely effective throughout the year. Edwards’ offensive rating during the regular season versus the Lakers was an abysmal 104 points per 100 possessions. He’s now had three assists or fewer in four of his six matchups with Los Angeles.

Edwards had 22 points, eight rebounds and nine assists in the Timberwolves' 117-95 upset win. As Minnesota cruised toward a dominant victory, Edwards responded to antagonizers at Crypto.com Arena in the third quarter by making NSFW comments and gestures.