Some have compared Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards’ play style to that of Michael Jordan because of how dominant he has been in the 2024 NBA playoffs.

The father of four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson and a former Los Angeles Laker, Mychal Thompson, thinks he might be even better.

Anthony Edwards, According to NBA Legend, Is “More Explosive” Than Michael JordanTo Thompson, Edwards is like Jordan.Strong recommendation from a former NBA player who was there during Jordan’s peak with the Chicago Bulls.

For the Los Angeles Lakers, Thompson now serves as a color commentator on the radio. Throughout his career, the former Lakers center faced Jordan a total of twelve times. Between those seasons (1984–1991), Thompson averaged 12.8 ppg, 5.3 rpg, and 1.1 block per game. Conversely, Jordan averaged 33.1 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game.

How Edwards Fared in the PostseasonAs of this point in the playoffs, Edwards is undefeated.

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Game 1 was a close 107-99 win for Minnesota, thanks in large part to 43 points from Edwards.

Even without Rudy Gobert, who was out with a baby, the Timberwolves made a statement in Game 2 by thrashing Denver 106-80. Edwards tallied 27 points and seven assists on 11 for seventeen shooting.

Similarities It was between Jordan and EdwardsWhen compared to Jordan, who many consider to be the best of all time, Edwards still has a ways to go.

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On Friday, Minnesota will play at home in an effort to grab a decisive 3-0 lead. People will continue to compare Edwards to Michael Jordan as long as he wins against the current champions and goes to the Western Conference Finals.