Anthony Edwards' Next Superstar Jump Unlocked by LaMelo Ball's Arrival

Anthony Edwards has been the face of the Minnesota Timberwolves for quite some time now. Despite having some talented teammates like Rudy Gobert, Jaden McDaniels, and Naz Reid, the team has yet to make an NBA Finals run. However, with the arrival of LaMelo Ball, the team's fortunes may be about to change.

What happened?

LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards have a lot in common. Both were drafted into the NBA in 2020 and were given the keys to their respective franchises immediately. However, while Ball's team, the Charlotte Hornets, struggled to make a playoff push, Edwards' Timberwolves have been a one-man show. Now, with Ball on board, the two will have to share the backcourt and bear different duties.

Why it matters for Anthony Edwards

Coach Chris Finch believes that Ball's presence will help Edwards take his game to the next level. Finch noted that Edwards has been carrying a heavy burden on his shoulders, playing both the role of floor general and scorer for the Timberwolves offense. With Ball in tow, Finch expects Edwards to be able to focus more on scoring and less on playmaking.

What comes next?

The arrival of LaMelo Ball has given the Timberwolves a generational passer who sets up Coach Finch's offense. Ball's 39.14% assist percentage ranks 13th all-time in the NBA, beating out legends like Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, Isiah Thomas, and James Harden. Finch believes that Ball's presence will not only help Edwards but also the team as a whole.

"We needed a connector, not just a point guard," Finch said. "But we don't get just a point guard. We get an All-Star-level point guard. We get a guy who naturally is a pass-first guy who wants to get the ball moving, who can accentuate our best player's talents."

With Ball's arrival, Edwards has a lot of his offensive burden stripped off his shoulders. Finch also gets to play around in more creative schemes to help the team's offense. The future looks bright for the Timberwolves, and it's all thanks to the arrival of LaMelo Ball.

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