Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert Share Heated Exchange In Olympic Final

The United States men's basketball team is competing against France in the Olympic gold medal game, giving NBA fans a chance to watch Minnesota Timberwolves stars Anthony Edwards versus Rudy Gobert.

Early in the matchup, Anthony Davis gave Edwards a high-ball screen, leaving Gobert to switch on Edwards. The 23-year-old star went deep in his bag and challenged the four-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year.

Edwards had a combo move with an in-and-out dribble that transitioned into a stepback for the young star. He found the bottom of the net and stared down Gobert.

The Timberwolves star was talking smack, but it's unknown what Edwards screamed toward Gobert.

NBA fans commented on Edwards' highlight play, sharing some hilarious reactions on social media.

"Gobert having ptsd from luka," said one fan.

"Anthony Edwards had Gobert on an island and showed him why he’s HIM with the smooth jumper," said another fan.

"ANTHONY EDWARDS!!!!!! DAWG! Definition of a two-way guard. Elite on both ends," commented another fan.

Anthony Edwards quickly turned into one of the highest-trending people on social media after his exchange with Gobert.

He's always been an extremely vocal player, so a chance to bring down his NBA teammate was bound to come with high intensity.

"Anthony Edwards just cooked his teammate Rudy Gobert & started talking crazy USA vs France getting serious," said one fan.

"Anthony Edwards talking trash to Rudy Gobert is comedy," said another fan.

Edwards and Gobert have played together since 2022. While they're NBA teammates, both are fighting for an international legacy, attempting to secure a gold medal in the Paris Olympics.

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