Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has been fined $50,000 for using inappropriate language and making an obscene gesture towards a fan during a playoff match against the Los Angeles Lakers.NBA President of League Operations, Byron Spruell, confirmed the fine on Tuesday.The incident happened during Game 1 of their first-round series, where the Timberwolves secured a convincing 117-95 win over the Lakers in Los Angeles.In the third quarter, Edwards stepped in when teammate Rudy Gobert was being heckled by a fan near the sideline. Edwards, trying to defend Gobert, reportedly told the fan how many millions of dollars Gobert earns before ending the exchange with a rude gesture and comment.Recommended For YouNews2025-04-23T14:24:44+00:00GMA blasts health minister over dismissal of Tamale hospital CEO, staff abuseEntertainment2025-04-23T15:55:23+00:00Sam George and Kafui Danku respond to Bimbo Ademoye’s copyright violation claimsNews2025-04-23T12:07:07+00:00Minority demands immediate reversal of ‘unlawful’ dismissal of Tamale hospital CEOHe was captured pointing at his genitalia and reportedly uttering unprintable words.READ ALSO: Man United target Ghanaian-born goalkeeper as Andre Onana’s replacement – ReportEdwards impresses on courtDespite the controversy, Edwards continued to make his mark on the court. In Game 2, the 23-year-old guard played 40 minutes, scoring 25 points and grabbing six rebounds, although Minnesota fell short with an 85-94 loss to the Lakers.Edwards also delivered one of the highlights of the night by charging to the basket and slamming a powerful two-handed dunk over Lakers centre Jaxson Hayes, sending the crowd wild.The playoff series is finely balanced at 1-1, setting up a thrilling Game 3, which will take place in Minnesota on Saturday, 26 April at 1:30 AM. Timberwolves fans will be hoping Edwards can put the off-court drama behind him and help his side regain the lead.MUST READ: Real Madrid’s Vini Jr faces possible two-year ban for alleged FIFA rule breachesWatch the video of the incident that cost Anthony Edwards a hefty $50,000 fine.50 000$ d’amende pour Anthony Edwards suite à son trash talk avec un fan des Lakers“Il (Rudy Gobert) est payé 200 millions. 200 millions. (Rudy le corrige) Il est payé 300 millions….Et ma bi** est plus grosse que la tienne.” pic.twitter.com/5xmO9qm52i— Basket-Infos (@Basket_Infos) April 22, 2025