On May 13, 2024, Beijing time, the NBA playoffs Western Conference semifinals are in full swing, and the Minnesota Timberwolves host the Denver Nuggets. After a fierce battle, the Timberwolves lost 107-115 to their opponents, and the overall score was tied 2-2. Although the Timberwolves were unable to win, the star of the team, Edwards, was impressive, and he made another brilliant game to become one of the best young players in playoff history.
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Edwards played 45 minutes and 20 seconds in this game, and scored an astonishing 44 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. He was 16-of-25 from the field, 5-of-8 from three-point range and 7-of-8 from the free-throw line. In addition, he contributed 2 steals, 1 block, and a plus/minus of +5. However, such a good individual performance still failed to lead the team to victory, which makes people feel the cruelty of competitive sports.
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It is worth mentioning that Edwards has set a new milestone in this game. At the age of 22 and under, he has reached 40+ in the playoffs four times, surpassing basketball superstars LeBron James and Kevin Durant. Today, he ranks second on the list of 40+ playoff times for players aged 22 and under behind Doncic's five.
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This match fully showcased Edwards' talent and quality, as he not only showed great firepower on the offensive end, but also made achievements on the defensive end. Although the Timberwolves are still working for a playoff spot, Edwards' rise has undoubtedly brought new hope to the team. In the future, he is expected to become another bright star in the NBA.