By Guillaume K. | Sports journalist
For several months now, Anthony Edwards has been compared to Michael Jordan by fans and some observers. If he rises to the occasion on the field, what does the former Bulls, who has always taken these things personally, think?
When explaining the Timberwolves’ great season, many people highlight Rudy Gobert’s adaptation. Arriving last year in an XXL exchange, the Frenchman took time to get along with his new partners and to find a place in Chris Finch’s system. His efforts were rewarded, and today he is the pillar of the best defense in the NBA.
But beyond the contribution of the pivot, the reason why Minnesota could establish itself as the scarecrow of the Western Conference in these playoffs is the explosion of Anthony Edwards. The most impressive thing about him is that despite averaging 25.9 points, 5.4 rebounds and 5.1 assists, he still seems far from his full potential. We may be witnessing the birth of a legend live.
Michael Jordan dubs Anthony Edwards!
The fans want to believe it in any case, so they don’t hesitate to compare him to a young Michael Jordan. What they mean by this is that No. 5 is capable of dominating thanks to his athleticism and his carefree attitude, even though he has not yet grasped all the subtleties of the game. thinks the former Bulls? Stephen A. Smith has just given the answer:
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“That brother is special.”
– Michael Jordan on Anthony Edwards
(Via @stephenasmith ) pic.twitter.com/hG7r3kptyU
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) April 22, 2024
This brother is special.
Stephen A. Smith gets along particularly well with Michael Jordan and regularly talks to him on the phone. So when he says that the legendary No. 23 finds Anthony Edwards “special” on the pitch, we can only take his word for it. The Minnesota guard has been designated as the successor to the potential GOAT throughout the year, and the latter seems to agree with the observation. It was enough to ignite the fans:
Like father, like son. pic.twitter.com/Qub3LB7A6z
— NBA World (@NBAW0RLD24) April 22, 2024
Like father, like son.
Michael Jordan agrees with fans: Anthony Edwards is a special young player! He will perhaps prove it by having a great playoff campaign, and by winning, why not, a first ring…
2024-04-22 19:50:00
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