Magic Johnson called Anthony Edwards the most exciting player in the NBA before the Timberwolves' game against the Lakers.

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NBA legend Magic Johnson had high praise for Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, calling him the most exciting player in the league.

Anthony Edwards

Anthony  Edwards
Anthony  Edwards
MIN: 36.55
PTS: 27.14 (52.84%)
REB: 6.04
As: 4.61
ST: 1.18
BL: 0.63
TO: 3.44
GM: 57

The Hall of Famer took to social media to share his excitement before the Timberwolves’ matchup against his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers.

"I’m excited to see the NBA’s most exciting player Anthony Edwards take on my Lakers tomorrow night—I’ll be in the building!" Johnson wrote.

In the game against the Lakers, Ant was ejected for receiving two technical fouls. He finished with 18 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists.

This season, the 23-year-old averages 27.5 points, 6 rebounds, and 4.6 assists while shooting 43.6% from the field.

Minessotta lost 111-102 against Los Angeles. LeBron James scored 33 points, grabbed 17 rebounds, and dished 6 assists, while Luka Doncic added 21 points, 13 boards, and 5 assists.

 

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