At just 23 years old, Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star shooting guard Anthony Edwards has made a name for himself both on and off the court. Recently named one of the 50 most influential people in sports by Sports Illustrated, Edwards, also known as “Ant” or “Ant-Man,” has become a fan favorite for his lively personality, on-court trash talk, and dynamic play.
His signature shoes are highly sought after, adding to his growing popularity. But when it comes to his personal style, Edwards marches to the beat of his own drum, as evidenced by his laid-back red carpet look at Netflix’s “Starting 5” premiere at The Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood.
While most celebrities opt for tailored suits or high-fashion attire for such events, Edwards showed up in what fans are calling a “chill” ensemble—completely in line with his carefree personality. Wearing a simple hoodie, complete with visible stains, and joggers, the NBA star certainly turned heads, but not for the reasons typically associated with red carpet fashion.
Fans were quick to comment on his casual outfit, taking to social media to both poke fun at and praise Edwards for staying true to himself. Here are some of the standout reactions:
“Stains on the hoodie and everything bro ???” – @omsportsburner
“Ant could not care less ?” – @PrizePicks
“With the grey stained hoodie ?” – @RuddyRadio
“Ant pulled up like he was done doing some jogs ?” – @Arllyyychi
“He stands out without even trying. I like his fit.” – @juicystory_xciv
“I am convinced Anthony Edwards doesn’t own a suit and tie. ?” – @rvpats1212
Despite the jokes, many fans appreciated that Edwards wasn’t trying too hard to fit the mold of typical red carpet glamour. His relaxed vibe on the red carpet mirrors his laid-back attitude on the court, where he’s known to keep things light with his teammates, making him even more endearing to fans.
The Netflix series, Starting 5, which Edwards was there to promote, follows him and fellow NBA stars LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Jimmy Butler, and Domantas Sabonis during the 2023-24 NBA season. The show offers an inside look at their lives as professional athletes and is set to release on October 9.
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In the meantime, Edwards has plenty to smile about. Last season, he averaged an impressive 25.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game, earning him a spot among the league’s top players. The Timberwolves star also inked a five-year contract extension worth a staggering $244.6 million, solidifying his future as one of the NBA’s premier talents.
With that kind of production on the court and a contract to match, it’s safe to say Edwards can dress however he pleases.
Whether he’s rocking a stained hoodie or dropping buckets in a Timberwolves jersey, Anthony Edwards continues to prove he’s one of the most unique and exciting players in the game today.
