The Dallas Mavericks recently achieved a commanding 132-108 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Luka Doncic contributed significantly with 27 points, seven assists, and seven rebounds, while Kyrie Irving added 20 points, two assists, and five rebounds. Currently, the Mavericks are in 4th place in the Western Conference standings, boasting a record of 19 wins and 10 losses.
The Mavericks will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in their next game. before their Christmas Day matchup, Irving praised Anthony Edwards during a recent press conference, calling him one of the best young stars in the NBA.
“Just like great artists or great athletes that have come before him, he’s taken a lot from other people’s games… That’s what makes you special, that’s what makes you great.” Irving said.
“Just like great artists or great athletes that have come before him, he’s taken a lot from other people’s games… That’s what makes you special, that’s what makes you great.”
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Kyrie Irving on Anthony Edwards 🗣️
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Edwards has become a prolific scorer for the Timberwolves, improving his performance each season. Irving noted that the Timberwolves star learns from the performances of other elite players, continuously refining his skills on the court.
Kyrie Irving Highlights Anthony Edwards’ Leadership Qualities
Edwards is having an impressive season, averaging 25.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game in the exciting 2024-25 NBA season. Interestingly, Irving recently praised Edwards for his exceptional leadership qualities, especially considering his young age.
“They’re still building an identity with Julius Randle in there but specifically for Ant, he’s been vocal to media talking about his team, trying to get something going, and as a young player leading a franchise, that’s one of the hardest things to do, burden all of that,” Irving said.
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In addition to his dominance on the court, Anthony Edwards is well-known for his controversial statements. He frequently engages in trash-talking with other players. Recently, he sparked a debate within the NBA community by commenting on Michael Jordan’s era.
