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Anthony Edwards’ Struggles in Clutch Moments: A Closer Look

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According to a recent stat shared by a tweet, Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has surprisingly struggled in clutch situations.

Edwards is currently 0-12 on go-ahead or game-tying field goal attempts in the final five seconds of the fourth quarter or overtime. While a small sample size, this statistic places him in rare company with LeBron James, who has also missed all 19 of his attempts in such situations since Edwards entered the league.

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The Tweet read,

Anthony Edwards is now 0-12 on go-ahead/game-tying FGAs in final 5 seconds of 4th or OT, per @mikecwright. LeBron’s the only other player with more attempts without a make (0-19) since Ant was drafted.”

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The Context Behind the Numbers

While these numbers might seem alarming, it’s essential to consider the broader context of Edwards’ overall performance. Anthony Edwards has shown a fearless approach to crunch-time play, delivering memorable performances in high-stakes games for the Timberwolves. His youth and relative inexperience likely contribute to his difficulties in these high-pressure scenarios. However, his trajectory suggests that improvement is inevitable.

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Comparing Anthony Edwards to LeBron James

Interestingly, LeBron James, widely regarded as one of the most clutch players in NBA history, has also struggled in this specific scenario. Since Anthony Edwards was drafted, LeBron has missed all 19 of his go-ahead or game-tying field goal attempts in the final five seconds of the fourth quarter or overtime. This comparison highlights the difficulty of converting in such high-pressure situations, even for seasoned veterans like LeBron.

Other Players Facing Similar Challenges

Edwards is not alone in his struggles. Other players, such as Bradley Beal, Darius Garland, and Jaylen Brown, have also faced challenges in converting go-ahead or game-tying shots in the final seconds. Even proven clutch performers like Kevin Durant and Nikola Jokic have subpar numbers in this situation, further underscoring its difficulty.

 

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