When Michael Jordan told ESPN back in April that Anthony Edwards was “special,” it wasn’t just a throwaway compliment. Fast forward to May 2025, and that word doesn’t even begin to cover what Edwards is doing in the playoffs. The 23-year-old Minnesota Timberwolves guard isn’t just showing flashes of greatness—he’s owning the moment, knocking off legends, and dragging a long-dormant franchise into the spotlight. Jordan knew. Now the rest of the world does too.
Anthony Edwards takes down LeBron James and Stephen Curry to lead Minnesota Timberwolves to Western Conference Finals
The Minnesota Timberwolves aren’t just alive in the postseason—they’re rolling. Anthony Edwards has already led Minnesota past LeBron James’ Lakers and Stephen Curry’s Warriors, two teams that have owned the West for years. With Minnesota now staring down a shot at the NBA Finals, one thing’s clear: the playoffs belong to “Ant-Man.”
“He is the brightest star in the world,” teammate Julius Randle said during a TNT broadcast. “Anywhere he goes, all eyes on him.”
Michael Jordan saw it coming. In an April interview with ESPN, Jordan said, “That brother is special. No question about it.” Later that month, he told Fox Sports he even sees shades of his own game in Edwards, pointing out the fiery, fearless edge that defines both of their styles. The confident trash talk? That’s classic MJ—and classic Ant.
And that’s exactly what we’re seeing. Edwards is putting up 26.5 points per game in the playoffs while shooting 44.5 percent. More than that, he’s doing it with swagger. This isn’t some breakout fluke—he’s controlling games, flexing in clutch moments, and giving Timberwolves fans something they haven’t had in two decades: real hope.
This was supposed to be Karl-Anthony Towns ’ team. But after Towns was traded to the Knicks, that conversation ended. Edwards didn’t just step into the role—he ran with it.
“When [Steve] Kerr was coaching the Warriors and I was younger,” Edwards recalled, “I thought I was working hard. He kept stopping the drills like, ‘That’s all you got?’ And I was thinking, ‘Bruh, I’m going as hard as I can.’”
Clearly, that stuck with him. Edwards isn’t just trying anymore—he’s taking over. His confidence is almost comical. At one point, he told a reporter he could play tennis, swim, cook—whatever. “Whatever you need me to do,” he said. “I bet I’ll be A1 from day one.”
Even Charles Barkley couldn’t hold back. On TNT, he said it plain: “Mr. Edwards… Ant-Man is here to stay.”
Also Read: LeBron James shares personal advice with Anthony Edwards after Minnesota Timberwolves eliminate Lakers from NBA playoffs
The Timberwolves are playing their best basketball in two decades, and Anthony Edwards is leading the charge. Every game reinforces what Michael Jordan saw early on—Edwards is more than hype. He’s fearless, confident, and built for the spotlight. In 2025, Ant-Man isn’t arriving—he has already taken over.
Anthony Edwards takes down LeBron James and Stephen Curry to lead Minnesota Timberwolves to Western Conference Finals
The Minnesota Timberwolves aren’t just alive in the postseason—they’re rolling. Anthony Edwards has already led Minnesota past LeBron James’ Lakers and Stephen Curry’s Warriors, two teams that have owned the West for years. With Minnesota now staring down a shot at the NBA Finals, one thing’s clear: the playoffs belong to “Ant-Man.”
“He is the brightest star in the world,” teammate Julius Randle said during a TNT broadcast. “Anywhere he goes, all eyes on him.”
Michael Jordan saw it coming. In an April interview with ESPN, Jordan said, “That brother is special. No question about it.” Later that month, he told Fox Sports he even sees shades of his own game in Edwards, pointing out the fiery, fearless edge that defines both of their styles. The confident trash talk? That’s classic MJ—and classic Ant.
“That brother is special.”
— Juice (@juic3ify) April 22, 2024
- Michael Jordan on Anthony Edwards pic.twitter.com/ep8zuaXIOh
And that’s exactly what we’re seeing. Edwards is putting up 26.5 points per game in the playoffs while shooting 44.5 percent. More than that, he’s doing it with swagger. This isn’t some breakout fluke—he’s controlling games, flexing in clutch moments, and giving Timberwolves fans something they haven’t had in two decades: real hope.
This was supposed to be Karl-Anthony Towns ’ team. But after Towns was traded to the Knicks, that conversation ended. Edwards didn’t just step into the role—he ran with it.
“When [Steve] Kerr was coaching the Warriors and I was younger,” Edwards recalled, “I thought I was working hard. He kept stopping the drills like, ‘That’s all you got?’ And I was thinking, ‘Bruh, I’m going as hard as I can.’”
Clearly, that stuck with him. Edwards isn’t just trying anymore—he’s taking over. His confidence is almost comical. At one point, he told a reporter he could play tennis, swim, cook—whatever. “Whatever you need me to do,” he said. “I bet I’ll be A1 from day one.”
Even Charles Barkley couldn’t hold back. On TNT, he said it plain: “Mr. Edwards… Ant-Man is here to stay.”
Also Read: LeBron James shares personal advice with Anthony Edwards after Minnesota Timberwolves eliminate Lakers from NBA playoffs
The Timberwolves are playing their best basketball in two decades, and Anthony Edwards is leading the charge. Every game reinforces what Michael Jordan saw early on—Edwards is more than hype. He’s fearless, confident, and built for the spotlight. In 2025, Ant-Man isn’t arriving—he has already taken over.
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