“We know they had their run last year, and they’re a new look with [Julius] Randle. But [Edwards is the] same man who’s trying to take strides with every opportunity he gets. I guess it’s gonna be a tough challenge.” Making these remarks before the commencement of the Warriors-Timberwolves playoff series, Stephen Curry highlighted how ‘supreme confidence’ is what Anthony Edwards is carrying this season.

Out for revenge after the Conference Finals elimination last year, the 23-year-old improved both his ability as a team player and his individual prowess. One prominent example of the latter was Edwards shooting more and more 3-pointers throughout the season. Ironically, the inspiration behind those increased shots was none other than Curry himself!

After the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 117-110 win against the Golden State Warriors, Anthony Edwards participated in a Q&A session with SportsCenter. During the same, he was questioned about his 3s. Without any hesitation, Edwards gave credit to the Warriors star by stating, “I mean, it’s the same every night, man. Let it fly. I work on it, man. Like, I told Steph, I was working with him all summer, man. So, big shoutout, big credit to him, man. So, he influenced me to be able to shoot the ball really well. So, I went back in the summer and started working on it once I left him, and I got better at it. So, just let it fly.”

Anthony Edwards addressed his shooting performance during the postgame press conference, acknowledging that maintaining consistency from deep is no easy task — but it’s a challenge he embraces, especially when Stephen Curry’s legacy is in the building. Reflecting on a moment from their summer workouts, Edwards said, “Trust me, man, I wish he could be out there — just to play against him, no matter how it goes.”

He then shared a story that shows just how much Curry’s presence has influenced him: “I had missed one and he told me, ‘You ain’t going to make that, you were too open.’ And I was like, ‘I ain’t ever gonna stop shooting. I learned that from you this summer.’”

In saying “no matter how it goes,” Edwards revealed a mindset that transcends wins and losses — it’s about going toe-to-toe with greatness and pushing himself in the process.

As former Boston Celtics champion Paul Pierce highlighted during a previous segment of Fox Sports’ talk show ‘Speak’, Anthony Edwards used the 2024 Paris Olympics run to pick up skills from several veterans, including Stephen Curry.

Over time, what Edwards learned started showing up on the court. During the previous season, the young star could only average 2.4-6.7 3-pointers, with a 35.7% success rate. By the end of the 2024-25 season, it was 4.1-10.3 (39.5%) 3-pointers. In the playoffs, that efficiency level took a slight hit, but not against Stephen Curry’s team.

After all, in the last 5 games, Edwards shot 3.5-8.5 (41.2%) 3-pointers. To make that number of shots against a team known for their perimeter shooting is a great achievement in itself. The fact that Curry inspired him is, as Billy Butcher would say, straight out “diabolical”.

“That plays a big role, watching him [Curry] and trying to figure out my mechanics,” said Edwards during an interview with Rachel Nichols. When discussing the person who influenced him the most in Paris, Edwards openly said, “I’d say Steph. Playing without the ball, running around, cutting, setting screening, getting guys open. Steph did it for the whole Olympics and I definitely try to mimic that.”

The Warriors probably won’t enjoy being reminded that their franchise star helped build up Anthony Edwards. But what might sting even more? Knowing that Stephen Curry didn’t just sharpen Edwards’ shot — he also helped mold him into a better team player.

Anthony Edwards once revealed how Stephen Curry played a key role in his adjustment with Julius Randle

Back in December, the Minnesota Timberwolves were doing the same thing they are doing right now: kicking Warriors’ b**t. After a 107-90 win, Anthony Edwards was interviewed by SportsNet’s Nicole Briscoe. During the discussion, Briscoe discussed Julius Randle, aka the ‘new guy on the team’ (with literal air quotes).

When asked about his effect on the Timberwolves, Edwards highlighted that Randle’s role as a power forward benefited him tremendously. After all, rival players would usually keep blocking Randle, leaving Edwards open enough to initiate some catch-and-shoot moves. However, that advantage would have been less effective without Stephen Curry’s tips.

“That’s why I’ve been working on my catch and shoot game so much this summer, and even in the Olympics with Steph,” said Edwards, when discussing Randle’s ability to draw rivals towards him. “I was working on my catch and shoot because, you know, we got him. So, I mean, I gotta be able to spot up and help him out man, and make it tough for them to double him. So I make those shots, it’s easier for him. And he’s been making it easier for me. So, I love him.”

It is heartwarming to see that, despite being rivals, Stephen Curry looks out for his younger peer. Passing down knowledge to the next generation of superstars is an important part of keeping the attractive aura of the NBA intact. However, Curry might have also been wishing that he could have given that knowledge to someone else, as the Timberwolves now need just one more win to eliminate the Warriors from the playoffs.