Anthony Edwards Is Showing Significant Improvements In Larger Role

Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports On Tuesday night, Edwards put up 28 points in a loss to the Lakers. The following night, Edwards had just eight points on 15 shots in another loss to the Pacers. This week has certainly been a “two steps forward, one step back” stretch for Edwards. Yet, Edwards’ February play has been encouraging after a rough January.

Edwards has averaged 16.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in 10 games this month. Each of these figures are more than he has averaged in either December or January. He’s currently outperforming his season averages in these categories.

There is no doubt Edwards is playing more. His 32.9 minutes are six minutes more per night than he played in…