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Anthony Edwards: Joining NBA Royalty in Playoff History

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The New Face of Playoff Excellence

At 23, Timberwolves-0.html target=_blank class=infotextkey>Minnesota Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards has entered rarefied air, matching playoff scoring feats only previously achieved by Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. His 2025 postseason performance redefined expectations for young stars, combining raw scoring power with veteran poise.

Anthony Edwards: Minnesota Timberwolves' Rising Star Joins Kobe and LeBron in Elite Playoff Scorers Club

Breaking Down Edwards' Historic Run

By the Numbers

During the 2025 playoffs, Edwards averaged:

31 points per game (3rd among active players)
8 rebounds (1st among guards)
5 assists (career playoff high)

Signature Moments

Edwards' legend grew during these crucial performances:

Scored 43 points against LeBron James' Lakers in Game 4
Became first Wolves player with 12 assists + 5 threes in playoff history (Game 5 vs Warriors)
Held opponents to 38% shooting when primary defender

How Edwards Stacks Against Legends

Player	Playoff PPG (First 22 Games)	FG%
Anthony Edwards	28.5	48.7%
LeBron James	27.3	47.2%
Kobe Bryant	21.4	43.8%

Minnesota's Calculated Bet

The Timberwolves organization made bold moves to support Edwards:

Traded Karl-Anthony Towns for defensive specialists
Built lineup emphasizing transition offense
Signed 3-point shooters to create spacing

Expert Perspectives

NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith observed: "Edwards brings that 'must-watch' intensity we last saw in young Kobe. He's not just scoring - he's creating moments."

What's Next for ANT?

As Minnesota prepares for its first Western Conference Finals since 2004, Edwards faces his biggest challenge yet. With his combination of athleticism and basketball IQ, many experts believe he could become the youngest Finals MVP since Magic Johnson.