Why Anthony Edwards enjoyed Spurs fans' savage Raid spray troll

The clip has since turned viral online as it was timed perfectly during the Timberwolves' 38-point blowout loss. Edwards, returning from a knee injury, finished the game with 12 points after scoring 18 in the Timberwolves' narrow Game 1 win.

He was seen on the bench laughing at the sign with his teammates. It was a typical reaction for a player who enjoys interacting with hostile crowds.

Edwards thrives on being the villain. After Game 1, he told reporters that playing in an arena where everyone is against him, adding, "I think that's the best thing about it."

Because he feeds on that energy, that "Raid" sign failed to upset him. And folks on the internet have taken a clear side afterwards.

"Ant appreciates the troll. Gotta love the SPURS fans," one fan wrote.

Another added, "Honestly, this is peak basketball culture. Dumb, petty, childish… and somehow hilarious every single time."

A third one noted, "Raid spray sign for Ant-Man is the most creative troll I've seen in a while."

The fourth viewer agreed, "Bug spray is wild."

Edwards, still recovering from a knee injury, admitted the Spurs played with more "desperation" and earned their confidence after the loss.

The series moves to Minnesota for Game 3 on Friday at 9:30 p.m. ET. While the Timberwolves have home-court advantage, the Spurs with Wemby won't be an easy job to handle.

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