"Thought they were going to throw punches??" - NBA fans gobsmacked over Anthony Edwards' unexpected meet with rapper Lil Baby

News surfaced this week that Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has filed a paternity petition against Ayesha Howard, rapper Lil Baby's first baby mama. Amid what is believed to be a child support suit, Edwards is looking to seek clarity on whether or not he is the father of Howard's child.

Despite that, when Ant and Lil Baby ran into one another this week, it was all love as they shook hands, leaving fans shocked and confused. Given that Edwards may be the father of Howard's child, many expected him and Lil Baby to have beef.

Based on the video, however, it appears as though the two are all good.

Fans weighed in on the situation on X, formerly Twitter. Many were shocked to see that the NBA star and the rapper were cool despite the news. Others were unsurprised that the two kept things civil.

"Celebrities be recycling the same girls over and over," another tweeted.

Others also weighed in on the situation.

"Y’all really out here sharing lol," one tweeted.

"Gotta keep it playa and keep it moving," another tweeted.

"lol yall thought they was finna fight each other," another tweeted.

Anthony Edwards' Instagram takes over as part of Call of Duty promo

This week, Anthony Edwards' Instagram was taken over by an individual named "The Replacer." They have appeared on several celebrities' social media accounts as part of the Call of Duty Black Ops 6 rollout.

Ahead of the game's release on Oct. 25, Activision, the studio responsible for the game's release, has been partnering with various celebrities and athletes to promote the game. Earlier this month, Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese had her Instagram taken over as part of the marketing rollout.

This week, Anthony Edwards' Instagram was taken over by "The Replacer," who posted a video filling in for Edwards during a mock post-game interview. They captioned the video:

"Heard @theanthonyedwards_ needed some time away doing something else he loves. Thankfully we knew just the guy."

Like with Reese, fans wonder whether the marketing push will result in Edwards getting an in-game Call of Duty skin once the game releases.