Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards issued a statement on Monday after a woman released screenshots of alleged text messages between the two that show a contact listed as “Anthony Edwards” pressuring her to get an abortion. She also posted a screenshot of an alleged wire transfer of $100,000.
“I made comments in the heat of a moment that are not me, and that are not aligned with what I believe and who I want to be as a man,” Edwards wrote on social media. “All women should be supported and empowered to make their own decisions about their bodies and what is best for them. I am handling my personal matters privately and will not be commenting on them any further at this time.”
Prior to the team’s game against the Miami Heat on Monday night, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said the organization would be discussing the matter with Edwards:
“We will be having ongoing conversations about such things. I think it’s important to state that it’s not reflective of our organization, our values, for sure. And as a young man, it’s…
