Anthony Edwards believes the revamped Minnesota Timberwolves have the expertise to complete on prime of the Western Convention this season.
Throughout a go to to Manila, Philippines, Edwards was requested about Minnesota’s possibilities in opposition to two of its greatest Western Convention rivals, the Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder and San Antonio Spurs.
“Towards these two groups, I believe we’re going to beat them,” Edwards advised ESPN.
Regardless of that confidence, the All-NBA guard acknowledged that Minnesota nonetheless wants time to carry its reshaped roster collectively earlier than specializing in a championship.
“It could imply loads (to win a championship)… However proper now, I don’t assume we’re excited about successful the championship,” Edwards mentioned. “It’s step-by-step. We received LaMelo (Ball), a brand new participant, and a bunch of latest items.
“So, we’re simply making an attempt to construct it collectively and I believe we’re making an attempt to gel all of it collectively.”
With Ball and several other different newcomers becoming a member of the roster, Edwards believes creating chemistry is Minnesota’s instant precedence.
As soon as the brand new group finds its rhythm, he’s assured the Timberwolves can compete with the West’s strongest groups.
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