Edwards reaches 10,000 career points before the age of 25
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards joined an elite group of scorers on Thursday night when he reached 10,000 career points before his 25th birthday. With about 6:54 left in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Edwards hit a two-point jumper that pushed him past the mark. That bucket gave him exactly 10,000 career points and made him only the seventh player in NBA history to reach that total before turning 25.
Edwards joined some of the game’s biggest names in this exclusive club. The list includes LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Kobe Bryant – Hall of Famers and all-time greats. This performance highlights Edwards’ scoring prowess and places him among a generation of elite offensive talents.
Great scores, built quickly
Edwards’ rise came quickly. After being selected No. 1 overall in the 2020 NBA Draft, he became the centerpiece of the Timberwolves. Known for his explosive first step and ability to score at all three levels, Edwards developed into a major attacking threat early in his career.
Before this milestone game, he entered with 9,977 career points, needing just a few buckets to join the 10,000-point club. Once he hit his second-quarter jumper, he cemented a place among historic scorers as he thrilled the Minnesota fans.
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He joins Kobe, T-Mac, LeBron, Melo, KD and Luka as the seventh player ever to reach 10,000 points before turning 25! pic.twitter.com/Gjda49rVxE
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Edwards also proved durable and consistent during his early seasons. Playing heavy minutes and absorbing rigorous defensive focus night after night, he still found ways to produce at a high level.
What this means for his legacy
Achieving 10,000 points before the age of 25 is a rare achievement as it requires not only talent but also durability and opportunity. Edwards checks all three boxes. With more seasons ahead of him and no sign of slowing down, he could climb this scoring list even further.
His performance also highlights how the Wolves have leaned on his production. Minnesota has built a young, dynamic roster around it, and Edwards appears ready to lead for years to come.
Fan and league reaction
Fans and analysts flooded social media with reactions almost immediately. Many celebrated Edwards’ place alongside legends. Others pointed out that his scores early in his career compare favorably to those of other future Hall of Famers.
For a franchise that has long waited for a real face of the franchise, this milestone has extra significance. It not only reflects Edwards’ emergence as one of the NBA’s top scorers, but also signals his importance to Minnesota’s long-term prospects.
As Edwards matures, fans can expect even more history from one of the league’s most explosive young stars. His 10,000 point milestone feels like just the beginning.
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