Minnesota Timberwolves forward Karl-Anthony Towns previously called teammate Anthony Edwards the Rookie of the Year and the two-time All-Star recently doubled down on that statement.
With the season winding down, many have started to look ahead to the awards races with the Rookie of the Year debate beginning to heat up. Unlike last year, when Ja Morant almost won unanimously, the race this season isn’t nearly as cut and dry.
Of course, Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball was once viewed as the favorite to win.