LeBron James weighs in on Anthony Edwards after the All-Star Game
Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James has nothing but respect for the star quarterback of the Minnesota Timberwolves Anthony Edwards.
After 2026 NBA All-Star Game at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Los Angeles, James was asked for his thoughts on Edwards, whose Team Stars defeated James and Team Streeps in the championship round of the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday.
“I love Ant-Man. Everything about him. On the court, off the court. Happy for him. First of all. Also our MVPs for him. I love Ant. He’s got a fan in me and a friend in me for life,” said James, who just appeared in his 22nd NBA All-Star Game.
You can watch the four-time NBA MVP give his flowers to Edwards here:
“I love Antman. Everything about him.”@KingJames sounds off @anthoniedvards following his @Kia All-Star MVP Performance! pic.tvitter.com/TiVvVsKTIN
— NBA (@NBA) February 16, 2026
James and Team Stripes defeated Edwards and Team Stars in the round robin, 42-40, init is the leader of the Lakers he scored eight points with a rebound and an assist, while Edwards had 11 points on 5-for-8 shooting, three rebounds, an assist and a block.
Edwards and company exacted revenge on Team Stripes in the finals as their incredible offense rocked James’ side. Edwards scored eight points in that contest, while Tyrese Maxey led the way with nine points. James had five points and four rebounds, but had a few turnovers as Team Stripe suffered a 47-21 loss.
Edwards also ended up winning the Kobe Bryant Trophy for the most valuable player 2026 NBA All-Star Games
But it’s not back to work for James, Edwards and the rest of the league, as the second half of the 2025-26 season is about to begin.
2026-02-16 04:41:00
