Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has offered his thoughts on the NBA All-Star selections. Edwards addressed the fact that Steph Curry was named a Western Conference starter ahead of him.
Edwards’ Respect for Curry
Edwards expressed that he wasn’t concerned about Curry being chosen as a starter. He posted a YouTube video about his 2026 NBA All-Star weekend experience. In the video, he responded to a question about not being an All-Star starter.
“It’s definitely a blessing to be an All-Star, however it [goes],” Edwards said. “But people be damn trying to make me feel some type of way because they feel some type of way. I actually hate the fact that folks be talking about it like, ‘Ah he should’ve been [the All-Star starter].’ It [doesn’t] really matter bro. It’s Steph Curry bro. The greatest point guard of all time. I ain’t tripping.”
Curry is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in NBA history. The two-time NBA MVP has gained the respect of many of his peers, especially among the younger generation who watched his rise during the 2010s.
All-Star Starters and Curry’s Absence
Along with Curry, the other Western Conference All-Star starters named were Luka Dončić, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokić, and Victor Wembanyama.
Before the All-Star break, Curry and Edwards had comparable numbers. Curry was averaging 24.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 6.3 assists per game. Edwards averaged 24.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 4.1 assists per contest.
Curry ultimately did not participate in the All-Star event due to patellofemoral pain syndrome.
Edwards’ Future
Edwards and Curry were previously teammates on Team USA’s men’s national basketball team. This adds to the respect between the players.
Despite not being named an All-Star starter, Edwards remains one of the best players in the NBA. At only 24 years old, the No. 1 overall pick of the 2020 NBA Draft will only develop his game even further and eventually earn an All-Star starter nod in the near future.