February 19th 2025.
A recent viral clip has captured the attention of basketball fans as it shows Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards displaying his unwavering confidence while conversing with former President Barack Obama at the Paris Olympics. The scene is part of a new Netflix docuseries called "Court of Gold," which follows the journey of the USA Basketball team as they strive for the gold medal in Paris.
In the clip, we see the legendary Obama interacting with members of the Gold Medal-winning basketball team, including NBA stars Anthony Davis, Joel Embiid, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James. As the youngest player on the team, Edwards catches Obama's eye and the two engage in a conversation about Edwards' game. It is worth noting that Obama, a known basketball fan and player during his presidency, is clearly impressed by Edwards' skills.
Known for his boldness and trash-talking on the court, Edwards does not hold back when speaking to the former leader of the free world. As Obama chats with Embiid about Edwards' game, the Timberwolves guard does not seek any validation and confidently responds to Obama's question directed at the 76ers player.
Obama asks Embiid, "He can hoop a little bit, huh?" To which Embiid responds, "Just a little bit." However, Edwards interjects and proclaims, "Nah, y'all better stand down. I'm the truth." This statement catches the attention of LeBron James and Kevin Durant, who enter the frame. Obama then turns to them and inquires about Edwards, to which James responds with a hint of humor, "The truth? The whole truth and nothing but the truth. That's what he said?"
Edwards defends himself, explaining the context of his statement to Obama. He clarifies that Obama had asked Embiid for his thoughts on Edwards' game, to which Embiid responded with a lukewarm "I'm okay." Edwards, being the confident player that he is, responded with "I'm the truth, you trippin." After hearing the context, James and Durant confirm that Edwards was not exaggerating, as they also believe in his skills.
The clip ends with Edwards confidently telling Obama that he's the truth, as the former president chuckles and acknowledges his confidence. The video has since gained attention on social media, with fans praising Edwards for his unwavering self-belief and boldness in front of Obama. It is clear that Edwards' confidence on the court translates into his interactions off the court as well.
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