The NBA’s hunt for its next face of the franchise has narrowed down to a few electrifying young stars, and Anthony Edwards, Ja Morant, and Luka Doncic have emerged as frontrunners.
Each brings their unique flair to the hardwood, dazzling fans with highlight-reel plays and undeniable confidence.
For Fox Sports analyst Colin Cowherd, however, there’s simply no debate about who stands tallest among this new generation of talent.
“Ant (Anthony Edwards) is officially the best young player in the game. Did you see him battling LeBron? He’s like, ‘I got LeBron.’ Did you see that wrestling match? You’re not getting that from Luka (Doncic) on the defensive end,” Cowherd declared on his show The Herd.
Is Anthony Edwards the best young NBA player right now?@ColinCowherd thinks so and explains why. pic.twitter.com/7jmam94E3g
— Herd w/Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) April 29, 2025
What makes Edwards special isn’t just his scoring ability.
While he’s always been a terror at the rim with his explosive drives and thunderous dunks, this season has showcased his growth into a more complete player.
Following the time-honored tradition of NBA greats, Edwards dedicated himself to expanding his arsenal during the offseason.
The results speak volumes. His outside shooting has become just as threatening as his inside game. His defense now matches his offensive output, challenging even the greatest players head-on.
And at just 23 years old, his ceiling remains tantalizingly high—the kind of trajectory that basketball dreams are made of.
Edwards recently backed up the hype with a masterful 43-point performance that lifted the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Los Angeles Lakers 116-113 in Game 4 of their playoff series.
Going 12-for-23 from the field, he added nine rebounds and six assists to his stat line, helping Minnesota secure a commanding 3-1 lead in the Western Conference quarterfinals.
With momentum firmly on their side, Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves now head to Los Angeles for Wednesday’s Game 5, looking to close out the series and continue their impressive playoff run.
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