Anthony Edwards has established himself as one of the NBA’s brightest young stars, and with that comes an unmatched level of confidence. The Minnesota Timberwolves guard isn’t just known for his explosive scoring ability—his elite trash-talking skills make him one of the most entertaining players in the league. His latest exchange with Dillon Brooks only reinforced that reputation.
During the Timberwolves’ 127-114 victory over the Houston Rockets, Edwards had a heated battle with Brooks, who was assigned to guard him throughout the game. The matchup was physical and intense, but Edwards made sure Brooks—and the entire Rockets squad—knew who had the upper hand.
After sinking a dagger shot over Brooks, a hot mic picked up Edwards delivering a brutal taunt as the game went into a timeout. The leaked audio, which quickly went viral, captured him saying:
“That na booty. That na booty. Fk wrong with this na talking all that sht? Talking all that sht.”*
Edwards, clearly fired up, mocked Brooks mercilessly, showing that the Rockets forward’s antics had no effect on him.
As the Timberwolves secured their win, Edwards continued to troll the Rockets, laughing at their bench while walking off the court. He then turned to Jabari Smith Jr., who has been sidelined with an injury, and told him:
“Aye, get healthy, n*a.”
Despite the ruthless jabs, Edwards showed a brief moment of sportsmanship, wishing Smith a speedy recovery. However, his competitive fire remained as he walked into the tunnel, delivering one final message:
“Watch who they’re talking to, n*a.”
This entire sequence further cemented Edwards’ reputation as a fearless competitor who never shies away from confrontation.
Dillon Brooks has long been known for his aggressive and physical defense, often trying to rattle opposing stars. But against Anthony Edwards, that strategy failed.
Throughout the game, Brooks resorted to physical play, even striking Edwards in the face and standing over him after a fall. Rather than back down, Edwards responded with a dominant performance, finishing with 41 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, leading the Timberwolves to a commanding fourth-quarter finish. While Edwards embraces competition, he made it clear that Brooks crossed a line.
This isn’t the first time Edwards has been caught trash-talking, and it certainly won’t be the last. In fact, he currently tops the NBA’s fine list, accumulating a staggering $285,000 in penalties—more than the next four most-fined players combined.
Despite the financial penalties, Edwards refuses to change his approach. His confidence and unapologetic attitude continue to endear him to fans.
With the Timberwolves now at 29-23 and holding the sixth seed in the Western Conference, Edwards’ leadership and competitive drive remain crucial to their success.
Following their win over the Rockets, Minnesota looks to keep their momentum going as they prepare to face the Portland Trail Blazers. Edwards is averaging 27.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game this season, solidifying his status as one of the league’s brightest young superstars.
While the Timberwolves have their sights set on a championship, moments like these prove that Edwards is built for the big stage. He thrives under pressure, embraces the spotlight, and never backs down from a challenge—even against one of the NBA’s biggest agitators, Dillon Brooks.
With his explosive scoring, elite athleticism, and legendary trash talk, Edwards isn’t just the future of the Timberwolves—he’s one of the most electrifying players in the entire NBA.
