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“Nobody Deserves it More…”: Minnesota Timberwolves Co-Owner Alex Rodriguez Hypes Up Top Star’s Last-Gasp All-Star Inclusion

Published 02/11/2023, 8:24 AM EST

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As co-owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Alex Rodriguez radiates passion whenever he steps onto the court to cheer on his team. This season, the Timberwolves have been making waves in the basketball world. Notably, in a league where heavyweights like the Golden State Warriors, LA Lakers, Celtics, and Nets usually dominate the NBA, the Timberwolves have emerged as one of the best teams over the last couple of years.

And now, the Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been honored with an All-Star designation. Overflowing with pride, the devoted owner, Rodriguez, offered his heartfelt congratulations to the talented player. 

Anthony Edwards was named the 2023 NBA All-Star

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The basketball world has been buzzing with the announcement of the 72nd NBA All-Star Game roster. Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was named as one of the select few to grace the court in Salt Lake City. 

As a doting owner of the Timberwolves, Alex Rodriguez could not be more proud of Edwards and his accomplishments. He took to Twitter to extend his congratulations. A-Rod posted a picture of the rising star and expressed his delight. In his heartfelt caption, Rodriguez writes, First of many! Nobody deserves it more than @theantedwards_” 

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This message highlights Rodriguez’s unwavering support for his players and his belief in their potential for greatness. With a player like Edwards leading the way, the Timberwolves are poised for a bright future. Basketball fans everywhere can’t wait to see what’s next for the team. 

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The guard’s excellence on the field 

According to NBA.com, the Timberwolves have found a shining star in their 6-4 guard, who is currently setting the pace for the team. He has a remarkable 58 games under his belt and, with a staggering 24.7 average, Edwards is now leading the Timberwolves in both games played and points per game. Lastly, this scoring powerhouse is also making his mark on the defensive end, leading the team in steals per game with a formidable 1.70 average.

In recent seasons, it’s been a rare feat for a player to lead their team in these categories for a full season. Yet, the remarkable guard is making it look effortless, with his excellence on the hard court. With his exceptional performance, he is writing a new chapter in the Timberwolves’ history. 

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And with Rodriguez’s influential role as owner, he has a significant say in the direction of the team. It’s evident that he is fully invested in Edward’s future success.

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Garima Verma

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Garima is an MLB writer at EssentiallySports. She has recently graduated as a Master's student in Media and Communications. She is an avid reader and an ardent cinema fan.
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Abhishek Kumar