Anthony Edwards steps in to answer a question on KAT's defense 🤝 

I’m really impressed with Ant’s maturity to jump in and answer that question.

This man is 22. That’s insane maturity not even letting kat speak on that

Screw that reporter. That was a baited question and a great response by Ant

You can tell Kat really appreciated that. Great show of belief for each other

Ant basically said don’t be trying corrupt my teammate by making him have doubts while we in the playoffs. We here and he part of the reason why. We never doubted him. Just motivated him. And we gonna keep it that way.

He touched Kat's leg to let him know he was going to answer. Being a leader at that age, it's a blessing. I am rooting for Minnesota from now on.

He’s a good teammate

Ant is gonna be MVP one day.

KAT looked so proud of him in that moment! A true brother!

Mama and Papa ANT raised him right. Such a supportive and positive teammate.

Little brother defending Big brother. Priceless 💯

Ant was like Lord give me strength not to end this guy right here and now

I'll never understand how people with such poor intelligence when speaking end up in the media. The question was so bad and rudely worded that he didn't even know how to word it as he was saying it

He said hold up, I got this. ✊

Take notes kids. This is a leader plain and simple

This young man is only 22 His maturity, honest and bold defense of his teammate is amazing

How can you not love this young lion's mindset & leadership ability? He's a leader!

Talent was never the question about Kat it was what he had internally that people questioned. His mental toughness

Broooo, this kid is something special. He tapped in and said bruh, shut up and respect KAT.

Ant came in and said exactly what needed to be said. He didn't allow the reporter to effect Kat confidence or have him potentially worried about the wrong thing. Wise young man

This wolves team has each other’s backs on and off the court. It’s so hard not to love this team

That's why they play so hard for him , man is a great leader fr

Classy response without sounding defensive, this is what a leader should be like.

KAT deserves this considering everything he's been through

Ant is motivating the fuck out of this team.

You can tell no one believed in KAT the way Ant does and he’s appreciative of the support. Almost tear jerking fr.

Love this dude more and more every day.. wish him a long healthy career

Lol, the balls on this reporter😂

the reporter even sounded snarky asking that he knew what he was doing

Mannn, sometimes in life, when someone asks some else a question about themselves there are times when someone close to that person needs to step in to answer the question for them. The people who are close to you will see things in you that you aren't able to see in yourself. This is the perfect example of that because honestly, KAT more than likely didn't realize that about himself and didn't know that's what his teammates see in him when he couldn't see it for himself.

That’s what leadership looks like

I LOVE Ant, bro is different. His mentality is great, and he has great maturity. He holds himself to a high standard, but he is also there protecting and advocating for his teammate.

That’s a great teammate and leader right there 💯

Yeah Anthony Edwards is THAT guy. Bro humble af, damn a killer on the court 💯🔥

Let’s go Ant! That’s how you respond to a slick backhanded compliment!

Kat was never a stat stuffer or poor defensive player. As many have pointed out it was his weak mentality and soft label he was stuck with. The dude has grown a lot since he lost his mom to covid, I don't want to hear anyone call this man soft again. Also ant is a great teammate

Love Ant. I’m coming back to watch tge NBA because of this dude. He’s a throwback he is all heart and ultra talented. And doesn’t dress like most of the weirdos in the league.

Ant is NOT gonna allow a reporter to get in his teammates head! This is chess not checkers. He's in practice with Kat everyday and knows what he needs to hear to keep his head in the game

Great future face of the league

This mofo really said stat stuffer.🤦🏽‍♂️ Great job by Ant to have his teammate's back and respond the way he did.

Great job ANT for stepping up to defend KAT!! That reporter tried to set KAT up with that question!!

Ant is a leader man gotta love this young guy❤

He’s so ready to be a superstar on and off the court

Gotta love Ant! He would not disappoint as one of the new faces for the nba out of these young players

This man is 23 years old but sounds like a 10 year vet.

Ahsmwm Look how much Kat appreciated the way Edwards answered that question.

Reminds me of when Russ responded to a reporter for Steven Adams. Ant really is the future!!!

Love Anthony Edwards defending Karl Anthony towns just love to hear and see it.🏀

PPL CALLING HIM BABY JORDAN AMD HE RUNNING WITH IT....😂

This is how a leader is supposed to be, not running people under the bus or let the media be foolish towards your teammate

The humility on this team is nice to see

Ant knew halfway through the question where it was going. 22 years old. As a Timberwolves fan, I cannot wait to see what he turns into in 3-5 years.

After this I’m finally a Edwards fan real stand up dude for that !! KAT noticed not only he got a teammate he has a friend on the court now ! Chemistry is off the charts !

Some Reporters man 🤦🏽‍♂️, he was thirsty asf for a headline and Ant wasn’t having it, no KAT slanders will be tolerated

I’m not even a fan of Kat and I’m pissed at that reporter

The dude that asked this question should be FIRED IMMEDIATELY 🤬 he clearly knows nothing about basketball KAT Been holding it down for the Wolves since he got there. WTF has he been watching to make him even ask a question like that honestly 🤨

Let’s go Ant!

He took over that conversation like #23 wow

Facts gotta respect a brother having a brother back like that ant a real one

He a solid dude. Forget basketball 💯

BEST YOUNG LEADER

Man I’m likin him more and more

Proof this team is a team. Ant is real for this

KAT needed that Foreal! A standup man standing ten toes for who a lot of people can not stand!

Antman is a real one. I’m a Celtics fan. I live in Boston, but I wouldn’t be mad if young boy wins himself a chip.

Anthony Edwards is the leader of this team with so much selflessness but that dog with all bite to go with that bark! I love this dudes game and moxie, he’s the face of the NBA already and will be for years to come

KAT LOOKS LIKE THE SLOW TIMID KID IN THE CORNER OF THE CLASS & ANT•MAN STEPPED UP FOR HIM LIKE THE BULLY WHO BULLIES THE BULLYS!!!💯💯💯

He's a great brother and leader

It’s the humility that come w his ferocity..he took no credit even tho Kat playing like this in huge part bc of Ant…even gave coach love. Ant bringing back BALL!

Hes is a real leader.

Bros so mature and I just know Kat has a lot of respect for him

His professional maturity is skyrocketing . To be that young & not afraid to defend your teammates or not let media dictate narratives is commendable. The league has a face !

“I know it’s KAT question but what you not going to do is downplay and throw shade at my homie/teammate/brother!!!!”

I watch this real time and was like "Hell yeah" shut that reporter up.

I love how he defended his brother 🫡🫡💯💯💯💯

Not gone lie. That brought me back to those good Ole Mike & Scottie days. Definitely not comparing them those hof's at all. Just brought back memories of Mike taking up pip b4 they finally got that 1st ring. Hey! let's see if it unfolds

I wont even blast KAT, despite the fact that I dont see him as a leader. The way that Ant answered that question was not only mature beyond his years, but he gave an answer in a way that very few players could ever give it regardless of age. He is a born leader, and KAT has already benefited so much from his presence, as And has benefited from KAT in return. And this is just the beginning. This duo is CRAZY!

I feel like everybody should have respect for ant because of things like this

That who you want in fight. Teammate that has your back always.

Awesome Teammate, Leader and Friend!!

Ant is a real leader❤

You can tell Ant Man and Kat are homies fr! I always hear Ant man defending Kat and letting ppl know KAT a DOG fr!!! 😂😂😂

Man shit brings tears to my eyes. Great look, both you young kings. Great look.

Ant is my current fave player at the moment. Love his attitude. Keep it up

I’m so happy 🥺

Leader!

Ant is a natural born leader. I love how he praises his coaches & teammates, how he uplifts & defend them but also hold everyone accountable starting with himself. 💪

The chemistry is spot on...❤

This is like when matt Damon stepped in to defend ben Affleck from that harvard know-it-all from good will hunting. Ya love to see it

Real 💯

Great camaraderie

Real solid authentic dude man .. 💪💪

Stat stuffer is a bad thing now 🤯

That reporter is AWFUL😂😂😂😂 did he even go to school?!

Praying for the T-wolves take the chip win championship. The Ant is the GOAT young leader and motivating to team players.

Not sure I've seen a 22-year-old with this kind of leadership. There's a subtle genius to great leadership. ANT seems to have it. He gives praise while demanding accountability. Pushes teammates not just to be their best, but to *want* to be their best. I'm so impressed.

ANT went to the right university.

Anyone know the clown that asked this question?

Man is becoming my fav player

Slam Dunk on AND off the court. Respect.