The Team USA crashed out of the FIBA World Cup in the semi-finals, in the disappointing loss against Germany. Despite the loss, the team has discovered a 22-year-old Michael Jordan in the process. The Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards created massive waves in the NBA world during the exhibition games, with his striking similarities with the Chicago Bulls legend. Moreover, he not only impressed the fans but also a former NBA Champion, who recently hailed him publicly.

The Wolves star has had a consistent run in the world cup. Even though the team struggled to shut the gates on opponents, Edwards individually performed well. Especially during the frustrating loss against Lithuania. While the team struggled to restrict the offense of the imposing Lithuanian players,?the Ant Man showcased his brilliance with 35 points. This instance was enough got the former Golden State Warriors star to call him the next Air Jordan.

Former NBA Champion calls?Ant Man as the next Michael Jordan

Before the start of Team USA’s world cup campaign, videos featuring Anthony Edwards and Michael Jordan comparisons took over the internet world. Fortunately, Edwards didn’t fail to fulfill the expectations set on him. Especially, former NBA Champion Nick Young hailed the Wolves’ star publicly via his social media handle.

Young said,?“The league is about to be Anthony Edwards. This is Anthony Edwards league now, the new MJ. That boy looks just like MJ out there.” Edwards seemed to have really touched the former Warriors star with his domination on the court. Moreover, the star went on to even talk about the team’s disappointing loss against the Lithuania before the quarter-finals. He said, “They should have gave it to Anthony Edwards. They would have never lost to Lithuania.”

Even though the team performed well offensively, thanks to Edwards, they couldn’t stop the decisive offensive attack of Lithuania.

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Three seasons into the league, the fans? attention is already on the 22-year-old. Will he live up to his expectation?

How does Ant Man?s future look like?

Anthony Edwards registered himself as the generational find for the Wolves. The star recently signed a five-year contract with the team which could fetch him up to $260 millions. Moreover, he can lead the side to championship in the upcoming season. Unfortunately, the team lost in the first round against the Denver Nuggets last season. However, with the added confidence, stepping into next season, Edwards could turn it around for the Wolves.

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