Jan 18, 2026
Anthony Edwards Wants To Dunk On Victor Wembanyama
Anthony Edwards loved the matchup with Victor Wembanyama after Minnesota’s 126-123 loss, saying "I loved it" and "I wish we could've just moved everybody out of the way and just checked up and me versus him." Edwards scored 55 points and boldly claimed he would win a one-on-one and wants to dunk over the 7'4" Frenchman, who said he will try to block him. Merlin senses this is more than bravado. A real Edwards and Wembanyama rivalry pairs fearless scoring with towering length, and every duel feeds the league’s story of who might become the next global face. On the court the battles will decide bragging rights, off the court they will sell tickets and headlines.
🧙♂️ Merlin’s Prediction
Odds the Edwards and Wembanyama rivalry becomes a defining playoff storyline this season: 30%.
