Breaking:Anthony Edwards Mocks Shannon Sharpe After Timberwolves Oust Lakers for the second time

In a moment that lit up social media and sports talk shows alike, Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards took a pointed jab at ESPN personality Shannon Sharpe following the Wolves’ series-clinching win over the Los Angeles Lakers. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 4–1 in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, sending a message to doubters — and Edwards had one in particular in mind.Sharpe, known for his outspoken takes on First Take, had boldly predicted the Lakers would eliminate the Timberwolves in five games. “Lakers in 5,” he declared confidently before the series began. Edwards, never one to shy away from the spotlight, took that prediction personally — and after Minnesota wrapped up the series in five games themselves, he let Sharpe know.In the postgame press conference, Edwards smirked and said, “I guess he meant us in five,” referring to Sharpe’s failed forecast. The moment quickly went viral, with fans and analysts celebrating Edwards’ mix of competitive fire and media-savvy humor.It wasn’t just trash talk; Edwards backed it up on the court. Despite a rough shooting night in Game 5, he finished with a double-double — 15 points and 11 rebounds — and was a relentless presence on defense. His leadership throughout the series helped fuel the Wolves’ surprisingly dominant performance.This isn’t the first time Edwards has clapped back at critics, but the timing and target made this moment especially memorable. Sharpe has yet to issue a response, though it’s likely this exchange will fuel more discussion when he returns to the studio.With the Timberwolves advancing to the Western Conference Semifinals, Edwards isn’t just winning games — he’s winning the narrative. And for Shannon Sharpe, it’s a reminder that motivation in the NBA sometimes comes with a microphone.