Former Georgia basketball guard Anthony Edwards has signed a maximum contract extension worth up to $260 million over five years, if he makes the All-NBA team in 2023-2024, with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Anthony Edwards was named as an NBA All-Star for the first time in his career during the 2022-2023 season.
Edwards was the No. 1 pick of the 2020 NBA draft. The shooting guard just finished his third career NBA season. Last season, Edwards averaged a career-high 24.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.6 steals, and 4.6 assists per game.
The Timberwolves finished this past season as the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference. Minnesota is banking on Edwards being the future of its franchise.
Here’s how social media reacted to Anthony Edwards’ enormous contract extension:
Minnesota celebrates Edwards' extension
ANTHONY. EDWARDS.
1️⃣ » https://t.co/7YbV7aNhSc pic.twitter.com/zSuh2vbfFH
— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) June 30, 2023
Edwards to emphasize community work
As part of his contract, Anthony Edwards is starting a new program called "Don't Follow the Wave" in the Minnesota community.
"I want to do everything I can to help as many young people as I can and help set them on the right path."
(via @wojespn) pic.twitter.com/pacPKMcCIE
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 3, 2023
Is Edwards worth it?
I think we can all agree — Anthony Edwards is worth every penny. pic.twitter.com/CCdgkXRsVf
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) July 3, 2023
We certainly think so. Especially for the Timberwolves.
UGA celebrates Edwards' extension
Well deserved, Ant Man! #GoDawgs https://t.co/Ih8aZKruh9
— Georgia Basketball (@UGABasketball) July 3, 2023
The former Georgia star is coming off a career year
Anthony Edwards last season:
24.6 PPG
5.8 RPG
4.4 APG
1.6 SPG
All-StarThe first player to average those numbers or better since Kawhi in 2021. pic.twitter.com/PMeh7TP3ir
— StatMuse (@statmuse) July 3, 2023
Timberwolves fans are optimistic
Anthony Edwards will be the face of the NBA. It’s coming, don’t sleep 😴 pic.twitter.com/LJyOyLygeZ
— The Daily Wolves (@TheDailyWolves) June 27, 2023
Details: how Edwards' contract impacts Minnesota's future
When you're seeing Anthony Edwards' max contract be 5 years, $260M, that is only if he makes All-NBA this season.
If he doesn't make All-NBA, it will be 5 years, $217M — a *big* factor in the future sustainability of this roster.
Here are what the numbers look like if 5-$260M pic.twitter.com/JVV2M4IIDt
— Dane Moore (@DaneMooreNBA) July 3, 2023
Edwards has some incredible highlights
ANTHONY EDWARDS 🐜💰 pic.twitter.com/NTyfUVDBNR
— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) July 3, 2023
ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported the deal
In a statement, Edwards says: "I'm humbled, appreciative and excited to remain in Minnesota as a part of this incredible Timberwolves organization. It's amazing to see where hard work can take you."
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 3, 2023
Edwards has a busy summer with the FIBA World Cup
Team USA's FIBA World Cup roster 👀
Anthony Edwards
Brandon Ingram
Jalen Brunson
Tyrese Haliburton
Mikal Bridges
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Paolo Banchero
Austin Reaves
Josh Hart
Cam Johnson
Walker Kessler
Bobby PortisUSA taking home the gold? 🥇 pic.twitter.com/0xKFiZgPBG
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 2, 2023
