American · Atlanta, Georgia · Born 5 August 2001American professional basketball player and shooting guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, known for his explosive athleticism and scoring ability.
Anthony Edwards was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 2001 and attended the University of Georgia for one season. Minnesota Timberwolves selected him first overall in the 2020 NBA Draft. His career average of 24.6 points per game across five seasons is among the highest by any guard through that point of his career in NBA history. He was selected to three All-Star games. He led the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Western Conference Finals in 2024 — his first appearance since 2004 — where he averaged 27.4 points per game against the Dallas Mavericks. He won Olympic gold with the USA at Paris 2024, scoring 20 points in the gold medal game against France. His combination of physical tools — 6ft 4in, 225 pounds with 40-inch vertical and elite quickness — with a developing shooting arsenal, ball-handling and defensive commitment have led multiple analysts to project him as the next face of the NBA. His personality — candid, funny, unfiltered and charismatic — has made him one of the most popular and marketable athletes of his generation. He represents the clearest next-star narrative in NBA basketball at age 23.
Dynamic scoring and athleticism as Minnesota Timberwolves star
How They Played
Explosive scorer with elite athleticism and improving playmaking
Lasting Impact
Emerging superstar who led Timberwolves to playoff success
Career Honours
- All-Star 3x
- All-NBA Second Team
- Olympic Gold Medal (2024)
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 2020–2024 | 318 |
American Athletes