Anthony Edwards, the rising star of Team USA, is determined to etch his name in the annals of basketball history by surpassing Kevin Durant’s all-time scoring record for the national team.
In a dominant victory over Jordan, Edwards showcased his scoring prowess, tallying a game-high 22 points and helping the Americans close the first round of the FIBA World Cup with a perfect 3-0 record.
When asked about the task of eclipsing Durant’s record of 38 points, Edwards acknowledged the challenge but exuded confidence, saying (h/t Donatas Urbonas), “He’s probably one of the greatest players, and that will be tough. But, I mean… I’m going to try.”
Through three games in the World Cup, the 22-year-old guard has been averaging 16.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in just 20.9 minutes per game.
