Edwards then went on to reveal his inspiration for the game. His one-year-old daughter, Aislynn, was in attendance at Target Center on Sunday, which gave the three-time All-Star even more motivation for the contest.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) celebrates with guard Anthony Edwards (5) after making a 3-point shot during the second half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers, Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half during game three of first r