When looking at the next generation of promising NBA talent, it’s clear that the association is in safe hands. Once the likes of LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Steph Curry step away from the sport, stars such as Victor Wembanyama are waiting to take over. One superstar who has already shown that he’s destined for big things is Anthony Edwards.
The Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard is one of the brightest prospects in the league, but he’s also one of the most popular young superstars in basketball and that’s largely down to his attitude on the court. Edwards is a determined player, who takes pleasure in really bringing the game to his opponents.
He’s a trash talker, but his determination to win is infectious and he’s drawn comparisons to the likes of Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant early in his career. Now, he’s revealed that he actually received some advice from the former on how to become even better as a basketball player.
Jordan Offered Edwards Advice Through a Friend
To the majority of basketball fans, Michael Jordan is the greatest player of all time. The Chicago Bulls legend dominated the NBA unlike anyone and became a global superstar. Even those beyond basketball fell in love with Jordan and millions grew up looking up to him. Edwards is one of those people, and he was fortunate enough to receive career advice from the GOAT.
Speaking to the press during the Timberwolves’ media day, as quoted by ESPN, Edwards revealed he’d been speaking to Jordan through a mutual friend and he shared the advice that he’d been given by the legend. He said: