The Minnesota Timberwolves are quietly putting together one of the most impressive starts in the NBA this season. At 20-10, they’re not just winning-they’re doing it with a mix of grit, growth, and a little flair, as evidenced by their recent home win over the New York Knicks.
And leading the charge? None other than Anthony Edwards, who returned to the lineup in style and lit up the Knicks for 38 points.
Edwards is becoming the face of this Timberwolves team-not just for his explosive play, but for his personality, which continues to shine through on and off the court. In a recent sit-down with Shams Charania, Edwards shared a moment that perfectly captures who he is: a rising star who’s still very much a fan of the game.
During a game against the Golden State Warriors, Edwards admitted to breaking a league rule by pulling out his phone while on the bench. The reason? He wanted to snap a photo of Steph Curry.
“I took a couple of pictures,” Edwards said. “They say you're not supposed to be on your phone on the bench.
They say it's against the rules. I was like, ‘man, bump the rules.’
Ever since I was with Under Armour, since like eighth grade, I always wore Steph Curry's. And then going to his camp, a couple of years later getting drafted, and then going to the Olympics with him, and seeing how cool he is… I had to take a picture.”
It’s a moment that speaks volumes-not just about Edwards’ respect for Curry, but about his authenticity. Despite becoming one of the league’s brightest young stars, he hasn’t lost that wide-eyed appreciation for the players who came before him. It’s the kind of genuine admiration that reminds fans these guys were once kids with posters on their walls too.
Edwards has never been shy about giving flowers to the greats. He’s praised Kevin Durant in the past, even after the Timberwolves swept Durant and the Phoenix Suns out of the playoffs in 2024. That kind of humility, paired with his ever-growing skill set, is part of what makes Edwards such a compelling figure in today’s NBA.
As for the Timberwolves, they’re doing more than just riding Edwards’ coattails. This team is finding its rhythm in a Western Conference that’s wide open behind the Oklahoma City Thunder.
While teams like the Spurs and Rockets have dominated headlines with their young talent and flashy potential, Minnesota has been all business. They’re defending, they’re executing, and they’re winning-without needing the spotlight to validate their progress.
Next up, the Timberwolves will take the national stage on Christmas Day with a road matchup against the defending champion Denver Nuggets. Tip-off is set for 10:30 p.m. ET, and it’s a chance for Minnesota to show the rest of the league-and a primetime audience-that their early-season success is no fluke.
With Edwards playing at an All-NBA level, the Timberwolves are more than just a feel-good story. They’re a legitimate force, and they’re coming for the West.