Anthony Edwards’ witty reply to Charles Barkley during a postgame interview went viral after the Timberwolves clinched a spot in the Western Conference Finals by defeating the Denver Nuggets. Barkley, who commented on not visiting Minneapolis for about 20 years, was met with Edwards’ sharp retort: “Bring ya ass.”
Contrary to Barkley’s claim, he had been in Minneapolis as recently as 2019 for the NCAA Final Four. Edwards’ remark gained rapid popularity online, sparking a suggestion among fans that the Timberwolves should produce “bring ya ass” T-shirts.
The online buzz didn’t stop there. Food Network celebrity Bobby Flay chimed in with a recommendation for Spoon and Stable, a renowned James Beard award-winning eatery in Minneapolis. The conversation expanded as Minnesota Governor Walz recommended The Nook in St. Paul and Matt’s in Minneapolis.
In a pivotal playoff game against Denver, Anthony Edwards guided the Minnesota Timberwolves to their first Western Conference Finals appearance in two decades with a decisive 98-90 road win. “It was tough, man because I couldn’t find my rhythm tonight,” Edwards reflected on his performance.
Despite struggling offensively, Edwards emphasized the importance of teamwork and defensive play. “They kept trapping me even though I was off, so I tried to make the right play,” he said. Edwards also highlighted his defensive contributions, particularly against Denver’s Jamal Murray, which he believed were crucial in turning the game around.
The Timberwolves will face the Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals opening game on Wednesday at the Target Center.
