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“I Want to Play the Warriors” – Anthony Edwards’ 2023 Wish Finally Comes True as GSW and Timberwolves Lock Horns in Semis

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The Golden State Warriors have pulled off a stunner, overcoming the young Houston Rockets in the game 7. They will now face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Semifinals. And by the looks of it, Anthony Edwards is finally getting the playoff matchup he asked for.

The Timberwolves star who started to arrive in the basketball scene in the 2022-23 NBA season made a bold statement while talking about the future. While going on about who he would like to face in the playoffs, Anthony Edwards said Golden State Warriors. And the reason behind it is Draymond Green.

Anthony Edwards to Draymond Green in November 2023 👀

“Ain’t nobody worried about you… I promise you that”pic.twitter.com/YN13LPoncb
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Anthony Edwards in 2023 said, “I want to play the Warriors. I want to get to the Warriors. Wherever they at, I want to get to them. Because Draymond talks so much trash. That’s pretty much the only reason.”

Draymond Green has had a history of not only getting under the skin of fans but also NBA players. His on court antics have been a problem for opposition teams as they often lose focus in the heat. And Green has previously revealed that he likes to play villain. This signals that Green will not tone down his antics.

Anthony Edwards on the other hand is a similar character that refuses to hide his explosive side. He speaks his mind without filters, being raw, real, and bold. Moreover, his on court antics are also on a similar trajectory to Draymond Green. In the Lakers series, he kept trying to get under the skin of LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

Anthony Edwards vs. Steph Curry

Though, Draymond Green vs. Anthony Edwards will be a trending matchup due to their antics. But the ultimate battle of the Western Conference Semifinals series will come down to Anthony Edwards vs. Steph Curry. It is this battle that will determine the large outcome of the Timberwolves vs. Warriors series.

Anthony Edwards as well as Steph Curry are one of the greatest three point shooters. Their game especially, Steph Curry’s largely relies on beyond the arc takedown. Edwards stands at the first position this NBA season in terms of three points made (320) while Steph Curry is at the third position (311).

While in the playoffs so far, the baby faced Assassin is at the top, having made 29 threes. While Anthony Edwards is nowhere to be seen in the top 5 lists. But despite that, the Minnesota Timberwolves leader remains a danger due to his athleticism, which will come in handy against a tired and aged Warriors side.