Overview

• At media day, Edwards said Michael Jordan advised leaning with the top of his back on post-ups to create leverage and shoot over defenders.
• He clarified the connection with Jordan is casual through a mutual contact rather than an ongoing, close mentorship.
• Edwards reported heavy ball-handling work using gloves from physical therapist D. Hines, saying his handle is the best it has ever been.
• Reporting indicates he focused on mid- and low-post fadeaways after studying Jordan and Kobe Bryant to expand his half-court scoring options.
• The Timberwolves return seven of their top eight scorers, and coach Chris Finch linked Edwards’ film work and playmaking strides to MVP-level consistency.