'Wants to help him': Karl-Anthony Towns made an emotional appeal to Anthony Edwards just days before his girlfriend's heartbreak

After a near-perfect season, the Timberwolves mentally prepared themselves to give it their all and tackle the unfinished task. Just then the bomb fell on her. Each headline had a common story: Minnesota was ready to part ways with Karl-Anthony Towns after nine long seasons. Suddenly the team disbanded and their dreams of lifting the championship trophy together were shattered. Anthony Edwards certainly felt this, and even his girlfriend Jeanine Robel had the same feeling when she recently shared her heartache over the KAT trade.

But this step was never planned. Unbeknownst to Karl-Anthony Towns, who was ready for the championship hunt again, he announced his intentions Club Shay Shay Podcast. When host Shannon Sharpe asked about his brotherly bond with Ant, KAT said: “I just want to help him grow in every single facet of his game, not just his game but his life. You know, I want to help him be a better man.” The Dominican also wanted to help Anthony Edwards be a better brother to his siblings.

Additionally, KAT further stated: “I want to be able to help him. Sometimes I feel like I couldn't get that help because, you know, I was in a situation.” The 7-footer mentioned that he knows how it feels to be in a situation like Ant finds himself in. Despite being the No. 1 pick in the 2020 draft, the shooting guard failed to add a title to his name in the league. And it only gets harder from here on out. Since the early 2000s, LeBron James and Derrick Rose were the only first draft picks to actually win the MVP title!

That's why KAT wanted to be his support system and help him grow in every way possible. “I just wanted to be a support system for him in any way I could. I want to help him grow. In my opinion, if I help someone reach their full potential, I will not only continue to work as a leader, but simply help them as a brother. You have to let them be free, you can’t impose too much coercion on them.” the new Knick added.

Looking at Robel's heartwarming message on Instagram, it's fair to say that she was close to KAT and his girlfriend Jordyn Woods. “I will miss my friends this season! The crew was separated. (broken heart emojis),” Jeanine wrote on Instagram. The close bond between the two pairs showcased the chemistry between Edwards and Towns, which benefited the franchise on the court. But even after the breakup, it's safe to assume that KAT's admiration for Edwards will remain unchanged, as seen in the podcast.

Karl-Anthony Towns praised Anthony Edwards. Is he the next “face” of the league?

Before expressing what role he wants to play in Anthony Edwards' life, Karl-Anthony Towns made a big confession. During the show, Shannon Sharpe asked KAT if Ant was the future face of the league as many claim. Without wasting a second, the 28-year-old answered positively. In support of his view, the newly minted Hooper said: “I think he just has the necessary charisma, age is on his side. He’s athletic, you know, and he’s gotten better at shooting the ball.”

KAT believes the NBA is a guard-friendly league and Anthony Edwards has all the skills needed to strive for the best. “He is a guard who not only has the skill but also the intangibles necessary to truly be the face of the NBA in the years to come.” he added. Whether the league is Guards-friendly or not, Ant is definitely making his presence known. Before making headlines in Paris, the Minnesota basketball player capped his team's 56-win NBA season with a trip to the Western Conference Finals. He blew away players like Kevin Durant and Nikola Jokic. The young player averaged an impressive 25.8 points, 5.4 rebounds and 5.1 assists.

Fortunately, the former teammates will not face their teams in person during the pre-season. However, it will be a pleasure to see them at their most competitive in the regular season! Thoughts?

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