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4 rising talents who could become a first-time NBA All-Star in 2023

By Donald Hamilton

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards and Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports)
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards and Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports) /
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Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards (Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports) /

First-time NBA All-Star candidates: Anthony Edwards

How would the Minnesota Timberwolves describe 21-year-old star Anthony Edwards? Confident, explosive and dynamic. Edwards is coming off a very productive sophomore campaign that sure has the front office thrilled about his potential ceiling. He averaged 21.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.5 steals per game last season. He shot 44% from the field and 36% from beyond the arc. He improved all his averages across the board from his rookie season and seems to be the next great shooting guard in this league.

Edwards sure doesn’t seem to lack confidence, as he believes he can become the next “Face of the NBA” once LeBron retires. Edwards showed what he was capable of in his postseason debut this past spring against another young electrifying guard in Ja Morant. In his series against the Memphis Grizzlies, he averaged 25.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and over a steal and block per game with an effective field goal percentage of over 55%.

“Ant-Man” will need to continue developing as a playmaker in order to have a chance at making his All-Star debut in 2023. With the addition of Gobert to the roster, the Timberwolves will be looking to make some serious noise in the Western Conference this season and try to stamp themselves as a true title contender.

He has the chance to become a two-way force in this league with his strong body frame and otherwordly athleticism. Edwards is riding off a lot of momentum from a great first impression in the postseason to starring in the hit Adam Sandler movie “Hustle” to elevate his profile as a star athlete. The flair, swag and confidence he brings to every game by believing he’s the best no matter who he’s going up against will get him his first All-Star selection.