Anthony Edwards struggled in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, and that led to Minnesota coach Chris Finch taking him to task for his lack of energy, especially in the first half of its 11-point loss to Golden State.

Edwards wasn't the only Minnesota player to struggle against Golden State. But as the team's best player and leader, he has to be better.

The Minnesota Timberwolves had a golden opportunity to take a 1-0 series lead on Tuesday night against the Golden State Warriors, but they squandered it with a lifeless offensive performance in a 99-88 loss.