Anthony Edwards Scores 40 During All-Star Weekend
During the NBA's All-Star Weekend, Anthony Edwards delivered a 40-point performance on February 20. The game was featured in the league's nightly recap, highlighting individual performances within the team-oriented event. The weekend's top plays also showcased adaptability and improvisation from the league's star players.
- The 40-point performance came in a 122-111 victory for the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Dallas Mavericks, which was a regular season game, not an All-Star event. - This was Anthony Edwards' first game following the All-Star break, where he had been named the MVP of the 2026 NBA All-Star Game. - He scored 14 of his 40 points in the crucial fourth quarter to secure the win for the Timberwolves. - This marked his eighth 40-point game of the season. - After the game, Edwards mentioned he was motivated by fellow player Cade Cunningham's 42-point performance the night before. - The victory handed the Dallas Mavericks their 10th consecutive loss, their longest losing streak in 28 years. - The 2026 All-Star Game itself featured a new tournament-style format with three teams; Edwards' "Team Stars" defeated "Team Stripes" in the final. - Edwards secured the All-Star Game MVP award with key performances across the tournament, including a clutch three-pointer to force overtime in the first game.
