Chris Finch, head coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, has stirred the pot in their playoff series against the Golden State Warriors. Following a Game 1 loss, he publicly criticized Anthony Edwards for his lack of engagement, likely aiming to provoke a better performance from the young star. Finch then shifted focus to complaints about the officiating, claiming the Warriors were allowed to play too physically, particularly against Rudy Gobert.

This accusation is rich coming from Finch, as the Timberwolves are known for their own physical style of play. His comments seem strategically aimed at influencing officiating in favor of his team. The back-and-forth between Finch and Warriors coach Steve Kerr, who defended his team's play, suggests a brewing rivalry that could enhance the drama of this playoff series.