LOS ANGELES — Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards erupted with a highlight dunk Tuesday in the second game of his team's first-round Western Conference playoff series. The play came against the Los Angeles Lakers and quickly spread across social media.
Edwards drove hard toward the basket during the third quarter. He met Lakers forward Jaxson Hayes at the rim. Edwards leaped through Hayes, slamming the ball down hard.
The powerful dunk caused immediate excitement in the arena. Fans and players reacted strongly to the play. Cheers filled Crypto.com Arena as the Timberwolves bench rose to their feet.
Online discussion erupted quickly after the dunk. Social media platforms saw many reactions shared. Commentators and fans posted their shock and awe regarding Edwards' athletic feat.
Many called the play an instant "poster" dunk. It demonstrated Edwards' athleticism and power. Fans online described the moment vividly, showing how it captivated viewers.
The dunk was one of the most memorable plays from Game 2. Despite the highlight, the Timberwolves faced a deficit in the game. The Lakers maintained control for large stretches of the contest.
Though the outcome of the game remained uncertain at that point, the sheer force of the dunk left a lasting impression.
As commentator Dave McMenamin noted online, "The arena is still buzzing from that Anthony Edwards dunk on Jaxson Hayes."
