Rasheed Wallace weighs in on Anthony Edwards' career progress, points out need for defensive improvement despite remarkable average

Former NBA player Rasheed Wallace discussed the career progress of Anthony Edwards on his podcast, notably acknowledging Edwards' improvement but also highlighting his need to prove himself further as a leader and top-level player, particularly in defense. In the 2023-24 season, Edwards averaged 25.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game, and led his team to a third-place finish in the West; he was also selected to join Team USA with projections that he would enjoy a strong period in his career, yet some believe he still lacks a defensive edge and needs to demonstrate that he can spearhead his team to a championship win.