Days After Calling Himself ‘Selfish’, Anthony Edwards Gets Massive Vote of Confidence From Teammate: “We Have Something Flowing”

The Minnesota Timberwolves blowout victory over the Utah Jazz seemed to signal a team finding its footing at last. The Wolves had drafted two offensive powerhouses, Karl Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards. But, the team’s adaptation and cohesion haven’t been entirely smooth, given that the Timberwolves ranked 23rd in offense last season. The Wolves started this season in the same manner, winning two and losing two, before the win over Utah.

Minnesota’s blowout victory over the Jazz could prove to be a turning point for the unfancied franchise. KAT has been vocal about the team’s progress and his evolving partnership with Anthony Edwards.

KAT defends Anthony Edwards

The Timberwolves started the season with inconsistency. Before their win against Utah, they won only two games out of four. Their 123-95 victory over the Jazz was their most complete performance in a long time. Anthony Edwards scored 31 points, while Karl Anthony Towns notched 25 points in the game.

Post-match, Edwards put himself in the firing lines by blaming himself for Minnesota’s inconsistent form. He said, “Just can’t come out being selfish, worrying about however many points I wanna score. Just playing within the game, playing within the flow, I think that’s the main thing with me.”

Minnesota finished last season in 8th place and was knocked out of the playoffs by eventual champions, the Denver Nuggets. Edwards impressed many fans and analysts alike for his performances against the Nuggets. But the same can’t be said about KAT, as he succumbed to the pressure.

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KAT has averaged 18.6 points and 9 rebounds in five games this season. After his impressive 25-point performance, KAT defended Edwards, who called himself “selfish”. He said, “I think there’s more things we could do better, but it’s good to know we’re at a point right now five games in and we have something flowing”.

The Timberwolves’ future lies in the hands of their two superstars and their ability to achieve success for a franchise marred by dysfunction.

Dysfunction Runs Deep in Minnesota

Dysfunction and inconsistency have marred the Minnesota Timberwolves in recent years. This has hindered their progress in the NBA. This turmoil has manifested in several forms, including frequent changes in the coaching staff and front office leadership. The team’s inability to establish a stable foundation, both on and off the court, has hindered player development and team cohesion.

High expectations for young talents like Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins were often unmet due to these challenges. The franchise’s performance reflects their struggles, with a lack of playoff appearances and subpar records. Timberwolves must address their dysfunction to unlock their full potential and become a competitive force in the league.

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