Edwards' ambitions and the future of the NBA
Western Conference semifinals G2, the Timberwolves were reversed by the defending champion Nuggets with a huge lead of 30 points, the result of this game was beyond the expectations of many fans, after the game, Edwards rejected the media's remarks that he was compared to Jordan, showing his humility and awe of basketball, it is undeniable that Edwards' recent performance, especially his excellent performance in the playoffs, has made him one of the hottest stars in the NBA, which has also triggered people's thoughts about the future pattern of the NBA, and the discussion of the attribution of the title "Son of America".
The rise of Edwards
At only 22 years old, Edwards has shown maturity and strength beyond his years, he has excellent physical fitness, speed, explosiveness, and power, which makes him a great threat on both offensive and defensive ends, and what is even more commendable is that Edwards' skills are very comprehensive, whether it is breaking, shooting, or organizing offense, he has shown a very high level
The stats don't lie, Edwards has averaged 39.7 points per game in the last three games, a scoring explosion reminiscent of Jordan as a young man, and among players under the age of 22, only he and Durant can score 40 points and make no more than one turnover
Edwards' brilliance isn't just about his talent and stats, it's his leadership qualities, key ball ability and desire to win that show his potential to become a superstar
The expectations and pressures of the "Son of America".
In recent years, the NBA's MVP trophy has been monopolized by international players, which has also made NBA commissioner Adam Shaw always look for the next superstar who can represent the United States, a player who can carry the banner of "son of America".
The appearance of Brother Alphabet once made Xiao Hua see hope, but due to various reasons, Brother Alphabet has never been able to completely conquer the hearts of American fans, and the appearance of Edwards seems to have made Xiao Hua see new hope
Edwards has all the traits that American fans love: explosive physicality, flashy style of play, great scoring ability, a never-give-up fighting spirit and, most importantly, the potential to become a superstar
The title of "Son of America" is both an honor and pressure for a young player, and Edwards needs to continue to prove himself in future games, improving his leadership skills, key ball ability, and ability to lead the team in order to truly become a signature star in the NBA
Can a young wolf pack work miracles?
This season's Timberwolves, with a core lineup of Towns, Gobert and Edwards, showed good strength in the regular season, and the loss in G2 of the playoffs also exposed the lack of experience and consistency of this young team
For Edwards, this season is the perfect time for them to challenge for a championship, and if they can adjust in time for the upcoming games and play to their strengths, they will not be without a chance to pull off miracles
Edwards' future is full of possibilities, can he lead the Timberwolves to a breakthrough, can he become the next "son of America"? Let's wait and see!