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Anthony Edwards vs. LaMelo Ball: Comparing the rookies

March 3, 2021 at 3:45AM
Minnesota Timberwolves Anthony Edwards (1) dunked the ball in the first quarter.
Anthony Edwards (Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

TALE OF THE TAPE

Charlotte's LaMelo Ball and the Wolves' Anthony Edwards are the top rookie scorers in the NBA. A look at their per-game averages this season:

Ball Category Edwards

28.9 Minutes 29.0

15.7 Points 14.8

.446 Field goal pct. .372

.367 Three-pt. pct .312

6.0 Rebounds 4.0

6.4 Assists 2.5

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