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Anthony Edwards Jokingly Tells Shams Charania to Text Him Before Any Trade News

The lighthearted moment on Edwards’ player-produced Believe That Awards underscored how stars worry about learning major moves from social media.

Overview

  • The exchange occurred during Edwards’ Believe That Awards, where Charania appeared to receive a Reporter of the Year honor.
  • Charania recounted the shock of breaking the Luka Dončić-to-Lakers deal for Anthony Davis and said his hands shook before posting.
  • Edwards told Charania to message him directly if a trade involving him were coming rather than posting on X.
  • Coverage presents the remark as friendly banter, with Edwards viewed as a cornerstone Timberwolves player on a long-term deal.
  • Recent examples show players sometimes learn trades online, including Kevin Durant discovering a move after Charania’s report.