Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, drafted first overall in 2020, has made significant strides in the NBA, highlighted by his performance in the current playoffs. Edwards generated over 100 million views across NBA social and digital platforms, ranking second among all players. He concluded the regular season as the seventh most-viewed player. His exceptional play this season included averages of over 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, leading the Timberwolves to a 56-26 record and their first playoff series win in 20 years. In the first round of the playoffs, Edwards averaged 31 points, 8 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game. Mike Conley compared him to a young Michael Jordan, emphasizing Edwards' self-belief and exceptional talent.
“A young Michael Jordan…He’s unbelievable…I’ve never been a teammate with a guy who believes more in himself than Anthony Edwards. I think he thinks he’s the best player ever to play the game, to walk on earth.” - Mike Conley on Ant (via @NBA) https://t.co/ssSE3lXd3f
“A young Michael Jordan, man. I've never met a guy or been teammates with a guy who believes more in himself than Anthony Edwards.” Mike Conley says Ant reminds him of a young MJ 🗣️ (via @NBA) https://t.co/QZduMYtUdy
"I've never met a guy or been teammates with a guy who believes more in himself than Anthony Edwards..." 2023-24 Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year Mike Conley sounds off on being teammates with Anthony Edwards 🗣️ https://t.co/SMJUqbT2P4
Mike Conley sees greatness in Anthony Edwards 👀 https://t.co/CmPmaI6qm5
Shaq: "Who does Anthony Edwards remind you of?" Mike Conley: "A young Michael Jordan. He's unbelievable... I think he thinks he's the best player ever to play the game." (via @NBAonTNT) https://t.co/p1SsUv5N0W
Shaq: "Who does Anthony Edwards remind you of?" Mike Conley: "A young Michael Jordan." https://t.co/ERAcZIpUti
"Anthony Edwards, people have talked about Victor Wembanyama, Chet [Holmgren]. There are so many young guys and that's great. Tyrese Maxey has to be in the conversation [for future face of the league]." Agree with @Andraya_Carter? 🤔 (via @GetUpESPN) https://t.co/oOxuIu7EMg
Is Anthony Edwards the next NBA megastar? @jj_redick @PardonMyTake https://t.co/Cw6hT6e13I
THE RISE OF ANTHONY EDWARDS 🐜 🔹Drafted 1st overall in 2020 by Minnesota 🔹25+ PPG, 5+ RPG, 5+ APG this season 🔹Led MIN to 56-26 record this season 🔹31 PPG, 8 RPG, 6.3 APG in Round 1 🔹Led Wolves to first playoff series win in 20 years He's just getting started 😤 https://t.co/GXlF7kxV4j
Anthony Edwards in these NBA playoffs: https://t.co/KeGSrkI7jG #Timberwolves #NBA
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards generated more than 100 million video views across NBA social and digital platforms since the start of the NBA Playoffs, 2nd among all players. Edwards finished the regular season as the 7th most-viewed player on NBA social. He's also gained… https://t.co/gfHRU1TnUH
Anthony Edwards: 100M+ views in NBA playoffs #AnthonyEdwards https://t.co/tv0oGzxDMf