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Everything you need to know about Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards has quickly emerged as one of the NBA's most electrifying young talents, captivating fans and analysts alike with his explosive athleticism, fearless scoring ability, and infectious charisma.
As the centrepiece of the Minnesota Timberwolves' future, Edwards' rise from a promising rookie to a bona fide star has been nothing short of remarkable. In this article we will explore the journey of the dynamic guard, exploring his path to the NBA, his impact on the Timberwolves, and what the future holds for one of the league's brightest young stars.
Anthony Edwards profile
Name: Anthony Edwards
Nickname: Ant-Man, Ant
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Date of Birth: August 5, 2001
Age: 23 years old as of August 2024
Height: 6 ft 5 in (1.95 m)
Weight: 225 lbs (102 kg)
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
College: University of Georgia
Draft: 2020; Rd: 1; Pick: 1
Position: Shooting Guard, Small Forward
Net worth: $40–60 million est.
Girlfriend: Jeanine Robel
Kids: One daughter (Aislynn)
Career Highlights: NBA All-Star (2023, 2024), All-NBA Second Team (2024), NBA All-Rookie First Team (2021), SEC Rookie of the Year (2020)
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Who is Anthony Edwards?
Anthony Edwards is a basketball player who plays as a shooting guard for NBA side Minnesota Timberwolves. He played college basketball in Georgia and was the first overall pick in the 2020 draft.
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Anthony Edwards early life
Edwards was born on August 5, 2001, in Atlanta, Georgia to Yvette Edwards. His father is not publicly known, but he was raised by his stepfather, Terry Roberts, who was a main fixture in his life.
He has two siblings, Antoinette, his sister, and brother Antoine, who raised him after his mother and grandmother passed in 2015.
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His first introduction to sport was playing American football. He played as a running back, quarterback, and cornerback and was one of the best in the country when he played for the Atlanta Vikings as a 10-year-old.
He later switched to basketball simply because it looked more fun, and upon entering the ninth grade, he began training with Justin Holland, an Atlanta-based basketball trainer.
Anthony Edwards high school career
Edwards’ high school basketball career began at Therell High School in Atlanta; he was in 2016 and was classified as a member of their 2019 class. He transferred from Holy Spirit Preparatory in 2018 to improve his academic performances.
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His team finished as GISA Class runners-up, but on a personal note, Edwards was identified as the number one recruit in the Top247 ranking curated by recruiting website 247Sports. He was also tagged a five-star recruit by the two other recruiting services, ESPN and Rivals.
Therrell High School (Freshman year): He averaged 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists per game and led Therrell to a 20-8 record and a state playoff appearance
Holy Spirit Preparatory School (sophomore-senior year):
Averaged 26.7 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game as a sophomore
Led Holy Spirit to a 28-4 record and a state championship appearance as a junior
Averaged 29.4 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game as a senior
Led Holy Spirit to a 25-5 record and a state championship in 2019
Anthony Edwards college career
Edwards only spent one season in college football. He played for the University of Georgia Bulldogs in the 2019/20 season.
Games: 32
Points: 19.1 points per game (PPG)
Rebounds: 5.2 rebounds per game (RPG)
Assists: 2.8 assists per game (APG)
Steals: 1.3 steals per game (SPG)
Blocks: 0.6 blocks per game (BPG)
Shooting percentages:
Field goal percentage (FG%): 40.2%
Three-point shooting percentage (3P%): 29.4%
Free throw percentage (FT%): 77.9%
Achievements:
SEC Freshman of the Year (2020)
All-SEC First Team (2020)
SEC All-Freshman Team (2020)
Naismith Trophy Midseason Team (2020)
Wooden Award Midseason Watch List (2020)
Anthony Edwards draft
Edwards was the first overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft, held on November 18, 2020. He was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Anthony Edwards' NBA career with the Minnesota Timberwolves so far
Since his rookie season, Anthony Edwards has been on an ascent, and for many, he is set to be the face of the league in the near future.
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He made the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2021 and has already been an All-Star twice in 2023 and 2024. He also made the All-NBA second team this year.
He has definitely changed the course of Timberwolves history since he was drafted first overall pick, as he led them to their first playoff series win in 20 years by setting a franchise record for most 30-point playoff games.
Anthony Edwards’ overall stats with the Timberwolves
Games: 223
Points: 20.3 points per game (PPG)
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Rebounds: 5.7 rebounds per game (RPG)
Assists: 3.8 assists per game (APG)
Steals: 1.1 steals per game (SPG)
Blocks: 0.6 blocks per game (BPG)
Shooting percentages:
Field goal percentage (FG%): 44.8%
Three-point shooting percentage (3P%): 36.2%
Free throw percentage (FT%): 77.9%
The preceding stats are accurate at the time of writing.
Achievements:
1st overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft
NBA All-Rookie First Team (2021)
2x NBA All-Star (2023, 2024)
All-NBA Second Team (2024)
Career-high 51 points in a single game
Led the Timberwolves to their first playoff series win in 20 years
Anthony Edwards Girlfriend
Edwards has kept his relationship away from the spotlight for most of his career, but it has now been confirmed that he is in a relationship with Jeanine Robel.
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Jeanine is 30 years old and used to be in a relationship with American rapper Chief Keef. She had a son for him, Krue, and Edwards has been active in his life.
Anthony Edwards daughter
Edwards and Jeanine announced to the world in March that they now have a daughter together. Her name is Aislynn, and she is four months old at the time of writing.
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Anthony Edwards Net Worth
Edwards net worth is estimated to be around $40 million. He makes his money through his lucrative Minnesota Timberwolves contract, currently worth $244,623,120 over the next five years, and his many endorsements, including his shoe deal with Adidas.
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