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Katt Williams Talks Trash for Anthony Edwards in New Adidas Ad
The comedian takes center stage to hype up the Timberwolves star ahead of the NBA Playoffs
Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:53pm
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The new adidas Anthony Edwards 2 "Glow" sneaker, featuring a sleek black upper with vibrant lime accents, is the perfect footwear complement to the Timberwolves' playoff run.Minnesota City TodayComedian Katt Williams has returned for a second adidas advertisement starring Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards. In the new short film titled "Get Ya Popcorn", Williams talks trash on behalf of Edwards, hyping up the young star's playoff run and the release of a new "Glow" colorway of the adidas Anthony Edwards 2 signature shoe.
Why it matters
As one of the NBA's rising young stars, Edwards has become a key marketing focus for adidas. The brand is leveraging the charismatic comedian Williams to generate buzz around Edwards and the Timberwolves ahead of the high-stakes NBA Playoffs, where the team will look to make a deep run.
The details
In the ad, Williams wears the new adidas Anthony Edwards 2 "Glow" colorway, which features a sleek Core Black upper with Lime Burst accents. The shoes are designed to complement the Timberwolves' Statement Edition uniforms. Adidas has also partnered with the team to offer fans in attendance at the Target Center for Game 1 an exclusive Anthony Edwards-themed popcorn bucket.
- The ad was released on April 18, 2026, ahead of the start of the NBA Playoffs.
The players
Katt Williams
A popular American comedian who has starred in several previous adidas advertisements featuring NBA players.
Anthony Edwards
A rising young star guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves who has a signature shoe line with adidas.
adidas
The global sportswear brand that has partnered with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves on marketing campaigns and product releases.
Minnesota Timberwolves
The NBA team that Anthony Edwards plays for, who are set to compete in the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
What they’re saying
“Get your popcorn ready. Because these playoffs, Ant wants all the smoke. It's about to be a movie, a good movie. Like one of my movies, but with more dunking, trash talking, and victory lapping on enemy territory. So get you a seat, grab some popcorn, and enjoy the greatest show in modern sports. See you at the parade, b******.”
— Katt Williams, Comedian
What’s next
Adidas and the Minnesota Timberwolves will offer fans in attendance at the Target Center for Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs an exclusive Anthony Edwards-themed popcorn bucket.
The takeaway
This latest adidas marketing campaign featuring Katt Williams and Anthony Edwards demonstrates the brand's efforts to build hype and excitement around one of the NBA's most charismatic young stars ahead of the high-stakes postseason.
