Anthony Edwards is one of the most talked about stars in the NBA. He was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2020 NBA Draft as the no.1 overall pick, and all he needed was a few seasons to be a mega star in the league. Edwards has lived up to the hype and the pressure that comes from being the no.1 overall pick. He has already been to multiple conference finals, has been to the playoffs four times, and has transformed the Timberwolves outlook, going from a team that struggled making the playoffs to a championship contender. While Edwards has stated that he does not want to become the face of the league, his swag, the trash talking, and his competitiveness has many believing that he’s already on the path to become one. Constantly compared to arguably the greatest player of all time, Michael Jordan, Edwards is just 23 and is on path to become a true superstar in the NBA.<\/p>
Edwards’ style of play, his trash talking, and the way he carries himself off the court, led to him getting his own signature shoe deal with Adidas. He signed a multiyear extension with sneaker brand Adidas in 2024, that is reportedly worth around $50 million according to The Athletic. His signature shoe, the AE1, was an incredible success and his next signature shoe, the AE2, is reportedly set to launch sometime during October 2025. While this is an incredible news for the fans and Edwards, American track and field sprinter Noah Lyles is not particularly thrilled with Adidas for this move. Let’s find out more.<\/p>