“He’s like a young 84′ Jordan!” Kevin Garnett heaps HUGE praise toward Anthony Edwards and gives into MJ comparison

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves have experienced a remarkable resurgence in the 2023-24 season.

“He’s like a young 84′ Jordan!” Kevin Garnett heaps HUGE praise toward Anthony Edwards and gives into MJ comparison

Anthony Edwards (Left) and Kevin Garnett (Right) (via Open Source/X)

Former Boston Celtics teammates Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce brought the heat to YouTube’s Thursday night’s Trade Deadline special on All The Smoke Podcast, engaging in a spirited debate that captivated listeners.

While on All The Smoke Podcast, Garnett drew comparisons between Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards and a young Michael Jordan, a statement that Pierce found disrespectful to the legendary “His Airness.” Despite Pierce’s objection, Garnett remained steadfast in his opinion.

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Kevin Garnett said,

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I’m putting my bread on the young fella. He like a young ’84 Michael Jordan. You see how he’s coming through the lane? If KAT (Karl-Anthony Towns) wasn’t on this team, he would average 30-something. 

Pierce vehemently disagreed with Garnett’s effusive praise for Edwards, arguing that Garnett’s comparisons were excessive. In response, the former Timberwolves superstar clarified that he wasn’t equating Edwards to Jordan during the Bulls legend’s prime and that his comparison focused solely on explosiveness rather than overall gameplay.

Anthony Edwards is having a remarkable season with the Timberwolves, boasting averages of 25.9 points, 5.2 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game. In comparison, during the 1984 season, Michael Jordan, at the same age of 21, posted averages of 28.2 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 2.4 steals per game.

Anthony Edwards set to participate in 2024 Kia All-Star Skills Challenge

The NBA 2024 All-Star weekend is fast approaching and it has been revealed by the NBA that Anthony Edwards, star guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, will be participating in the NBA All-Star Skills Challenge.

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Anthony Edwards (via Open Source/X)

The competition involves three teams and in one team, Edwards will join forces with San Antonio Spurs’ rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama and Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero to form Team Top Picks (NBA draft number one picks for the years 2020, 2022 and 2023). Their opponents include Tyrese Haliburton, Myles Turner, and Benedict Mathurin for Team Pacers, and Scottie Barnes, Tyrese Maxey, and Trae Young for Team All-Stars.

The competition comprises three rounds, each carefully crafted to assess basketball skills. Round 1, dubbed the “team relay,” features an obstacle course engaging the entire team, testing an array of skills. Round 2, the “team passing” round, demands precision as players navigate passing the ball through diverse targets. Finally, Round 3, known as “team shooting,” puts players’ accuracy to the test as they attempt field goals from various spots on the court. The team amassing the most challenge points across all rounds will emerge victorious, claiming the title in this thrilling competition.

In recent years, the NBA All-Star Skills Challenge has surged in popularity, delighting fans with its dynamic showcase of players’ talents across positions. From agile guards to powerful frontcourt players, the competition has evolved, delivering an electrifying blend of skill, speed, and excitement on basketball’s grand stage.

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