NBA: Anthony Edwards Makes History
40 Points, 10 Rebounds, 10 Assists in Timberwolves' Win
Edwards is the first player in NBA history to record a stat line of at least 40 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.
On January 25, 2022, in a 109-107 win over the Portland Trail Blazers, Edwards became the first player in NBA history to record a stat line of at least 40 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Edwards finished the game with 40 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and 3 steals. He shot 15-of-25 from the field, including 4-of-8 from three-point range.
The Timberwolves led by just 5 points with less than 3 minutes remaining in the game. Edwards hit a three-pointer to give the Timberwolves a 102-94 lead with 2:33 left on the clock. The Trail Blazers came within 3 points of the Timberwolves, but Edwards hit a jumper with 1:04 left to seal the win.
Edwards' performance was historic. He is the first player in NBA history to record a stat line of at least 40 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a single game. He is also the first Timberwolves player to record a triple-double since Kevin Garnett in 2004.
Edwards' performance is a sign of his growing stardom. He is averaging 24.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game this season. He is one of the most exciting young players in the NBA, and he is poised for a long and successful career.
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