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Edwards Moves To Top Of NBA.com's Rookie Ladder

Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Anthony Edwards' play since the All-Star break has begun to turn heads in NBA media circles.

In the seven games since the recess, Edwards is averaging 25.7 points and 5.6 rebounds on 37% shooting from three-point range, compared to his 14.9 points and four rebounds per game on 30% shooting from deep before the break. What's more, last week Edwards became the youngest player in Timberwolves history to score 30-plus points in a game, only to top that feat with 42 points in a win over Phoenix last Thursday.

Recognizing his strong play, NBA.