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During the 2023-24 season, Minnesota Timberwolves standout Anthony Edwards has electrified the league, leaving an indelible mark on fans and pundits alike. While he exhibited flashes of his potential the previous year, Edwards has now firmly established himself as one of the NBA's premier talents.
In a recent interview, "Ant" expressed unwavering confidence in the Timberwolves, particularly highlighting what he perceives as the NBA's premier duo. With conviction, Edwards asserted that he and Karl-Anthony Towns reign supreme atop this elite tier, attributing their versatile skill set as the driving force behind their dominance.
Edwards said:
"The best. I mean, because it's like a one-two punch. Like, he can go to the post, I can go to the post. He can shoot the 3, I can shoot the 3. I can defend, he can defend."
He continued:
"If you're a best player, which is 'KAT', sharing the ball, getting off of it offensively, moving it around. I think it falls down throughout the whole team, and everybody got to do it."
Edwards further emphasized that his impact on the Timberwolves extends beyond himself, acknowledging his formidable partnership with Karl-Anthony Towns. Together, as a guard-center duo, they've been instrumental in guiding Minnesota to a notable achievement: clinching the No. 3 seed in the fiercely competitive Western Conference for the 2024 season.
Closer look at Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns' partnership
Statistically, Edwards and Towns have delivered remarkable performances throughout the season. Towns has been a dominant presence in the paint, averaging 21.8 points, 8.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists, showcasing exceptional efficiency in both field goal and 3-point shooting.
Meanwhile, Edwards has demonstrated his scoring prowess and playmaking abilities, boasting averages of 25.9 ppg, 5.4 rpg and 5.1 apg.
However, as Edwards himself acknowledged, individual statistics alone might not be adequate to solidify their position as the league's top duo.
In the NBA, winning championships or making substantial playoff advancements serves as the ultimate measure of greatness. Thus, the onus is on the Timberwolves to substantiate their assertion by delivering tangible results on the court, particularly during crucial postseason moments.
While Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns may assert their claim as the league's premier duo, the landscape reveals a different narrative. Notably, within their own Northwest Division, undeniable contenders emerge.
The Denver Nuggets' tandem of Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic serves as a compelling example. Murray and Jokic have already demonstrated their prowess on the NBA's grandest stage by steering the Nuggets to an NBA championship.
Their seamless chemistry and complementary playing styles have been instrumental in Denver's success, solidifying them as a formidable and respected force within the league.
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