Anthony Edwards has undergone a notable physical transformation before the Timberwolves' playoff series against the Nuggets, resembling Luka Doncic's changes. This shift highlights his commitment to peak performance during the postseason.
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Anthony Edwards has revealed a significant physical transformation ahead of the Minnesota Timberwolvesā playoff series against the Denver Nuggets, drawing comparisons to Luka Doncicās body change.
Physical conditioning has become an increasing focus for elite players heading into the postseason.
And in Edwardsā case, the timing of his transformation signals a clear intent to peak at the most important stage of the season.
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Speaking in comments shared via Dane Moore, Edwards outlined the changes he has made to his conditioning.
āWorking on my body, getting back in shape, getting my body fat down. I havenāt been 218 since I was in college, since I was 18, so Iām 218.
āIāve got down in my weight. And I think the main thing is just getting in shape, trying to get back into game shape,ā Edwards said.
He added, āI havenāt played a lot in the last month so trying to get back into shapeā¦ middle of the season I probably was like 226.ā
The shift is notable, particularly the drop from his midseason weight, pointing to a deliberate effort to improve mobility and endurance.
As he prepares for the playoff battle against Denver, Edwards made it clear how he views the matchup. Speaking via Dane Moore, he framed the series in direct terms.
Anthony Edwards has revealed a significant physical transformation aimed at enhancing his performance for the playoffs.
Edwards' transformation has drawn comparisons to Luka Doncicās body change, indicating a similar focus on physical conditioning.
Physical conditioning is crucial for elite players in the playoffs as it helps them peak at the most important stage of the season.
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āI donāt think thereās anything else to call it but a rivalryā¦ I think thereās a lot of rivalries in the league now. And I think me and Denver is one of them,ā Edwards stated.
The comment reflects the recent competitive history between the two teams, with multiple high-stakes matchups adding intensity to the pairing.
For Edwards, the physical transformation now aligns with a clear target, delivering at a higher level against a familiar opponent.
With conditioning addressed and motivation clear, Edwards heads into the series positioning himself for a defining postseason stretch.
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