Anthony Edwards, MVP of the new NBA All-Star Game
The Minnesota Timberwolves star, a major player in the new All-Star Game format
Anthony Edwards was the standout performer of the 2026 All-Star Game. The Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard clinched the MVP award after leading the USA Stars to the title, capped off by a resounding 47-21 victory over the USA Stripes in the mini-tournament final.
From the first game, he made his influence clear. In the debut of the new format, Edwards scored 13 points and guided the USA Stars to a 37-35 triumph against Team World in overtime. In a very balanced duel, his ability to take shots and set the offensive pace proved decisive.
In the second game, he once again was an offensive reference. He tallied 11 points — the same as Cade Cunningham— in the narrow 42-40 defeat against the USA Stripes, decided by a last-second shot by De’Aaron Fox. Despite the setback, Edwards maintained his prominence and aggressiveness on offense.
The third game did not feature the Stars, but the path to the final was already marked by the previous impact of the Minnesota guard, who had been the most consistent player of his team in the most demanding moments.
The key to Edwards' MVP
In the championship clash, Edwards solidified his MVP candidacy by once again leading the USA Stars, who dominated clearly to conclude the tournament with a smooth 47-21 victory. His sustained performance throughout the games, his offensive leadership, and his ability to appear in crucial moments secured him the individual recognition.
In a new format and with games defined by details, Anthony Edwards was the player who made the difference from start to finish and the face of the title captured by the USA Stars at the 2026 All-Star Game.
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