The Paris Olympics was a stage for Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards to shine in his debut Olympic appearance. From his hilarious entrance to his standout performances, Edwards quickly became a highlight of the games. As part of Team USA, Edwards contributed significantly to their fifth straight gold medal.
Recently, Edwards was spotted alongside Kevin Durant and Jalen Rose at “Fanatics Fest” in New York City. The Suns star couldn’t help but express his admiration for the young player. During their meeting at the event, Durant gave Edwards a new nickname to acknowledge Edwards’ growing reputation as a future great in the sport.
“Man, I call him the baby GOAT. You know what I mean,” Durant said.
On the court, the pairing of Durant and Edwards was a dream come true for the young guard, who had idolized Durant since childhood. Their chemistry was evident as they worked together seamlessly to lead Team USA to victory. Durant emerged as the team’s lead scorer, and Edwards also delivered one of his best performances.
Anthony Edwards Reflects on Sweeping Kevin Durant’s Suns in the NBA Playoffs
While the Paris Olympics showcased Kevin Durant and Anthony Edwards’s chemistry, their history in the NBA tells a different story. The two stars are coming off a season in which Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves delivered a stunning 4-0 sweep over Durant’s Phoenix Suns in the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs.
During an appearance at Fanatics Fest, the Timberwolves’ star was asked how it felt to defeat Durant’s team. While the victory was undoubtedly a highlight of his young career, Edwards admitted that it came with mixed emotions.
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“I’m not gonna lie, I felt bad a little bit, only because he’s my favorite player of all time. I didn’t wanna send him home like that,” Edwards said.
After sweeping the Suns, the Timberwolves’ journey ended in the Western Conference Finals, where they were defeated by the Dallas Mavericks. Edwards fell short of an NBA title, but he found solace in winning his first gold medal at the Paris Olympics.
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