The previous record was set exactly 10 years ago, with Kevin Love scoring 30 or more points in 25 games. Love, then at the height of his powers, also recorded a double-double in 21 of those games. Notably, Edwards had 24 games of 30 points or more last season. This could have foreshadowed that he would eventually become the record holder.
Anthony Edwards breaks long-standing Timberwolves record
At just 22 years old, Edwards is in the midst of a career season.
He is averaging career highs of 26.5 points and 5.0 assists per game, numbers that have helped him win his second consecutive All-Star appearance. He’s also shooting a career-high 46.5 percent from the field and 37.3 percent from 3, having become increasingly effective as a jump shooter.
It’s easy to take this type of performance for granted with the inflated scoring numbers that fans have become accustomed to during the most recent phase of the 3-point era. However, players like Edwards don’t come around often. His numbers this season are proof of that. Setting a franchise record in his fourth season is also proof of that.
Compared to the five-time MVP Michael Jordan by a remarkable sports figure from Timberwolves legend Kevin GarnettEdwards brought his most high-end NBA comparisons to life.
Powerful and very athletic at 6-foot-6 and 225 pounds, Edwards has a prototypical body for a modern wing. With his strength and acceleration, he’s an intimidating slasher. His post-ups are where he most resembles Jordan, as he backs his man up using the “butt kick.’ Once a disappointing jump shooter, Edwards is now a player that teams are reluctant to leave open from anywhere. Defensively, Edwards plays with the type of zeal that allows him to make game-changing games.
When expectations change and standards rise, the Georgia native only meets them.
Edwards might not have a 6-0 record in the NBA Finals like Jordan. However, even his lightness must have broken through the ceiling that others had imposed on him. Whether it was in high school when he was kicked out of college. At UNC, when he was a little-known prospect, the program kicked things off. Or in the NBA, when the playoffs are fought against Isiah Thomas and the Detroit Pistons led to constant defeat.
With that, the biggest question now is what Edwards will accomplish next.
