Anthony Edwards Roasts NBA Stars in Viral Shoe Ad

Timberwolves guard pokes fun at Doncic, Gilgeous-Alexander, and Jokic in new Adidas commercial

Feb. 2, 2026 at 7:07pm

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Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards took shots at some of the NBA's biggest names, including Lakers' Luka Doncic, Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nuggets' Nikola Jokic, in his new Adidas shoe commercial featuring a retro video game arcade backdrop.

Why it matters

Edwards' willingness to poke fun at his peers in a high-profile ad campaign is an example of his confident and outspoken personality, which has made him a rising star in the league. The commercial also highlights the ongoing rivalries and competitive nature between some of the NBA's top players.

The details

In the ad, Edwards plays against virtual versions of other NBA stars, including a parody of Spurs' Victor Wembanyama telling him to 'hit the weight room', Jokic appearing on a horse, and a stand-in for Gilgeous-Alexander with his own referee. The ad culminates with Edwards scoring easily over an out-of-shape animated version of Doncic, poking fun at the Lakers star's weight issues last season after being traded from Dallas.

  • The commercial was released on February 3, 2026.

The players

Anthony Edwards

A superstar guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves who is known for his confident and outspoken personality.

Luka Doncic

The star player for the Los Angeles Lakers who was traded from the Dallas Mavericks last season amid concerns over his diet and weight control.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The star player for the Oklahoma City Thunder who is known for frequently trying to draw fouls during games.

Nikola Jokic

The multi-time MVP for the Denver Nuggets who is known for his love of animals, particularly horses, back home in Serbia.

Victor Wembanyama

The young star player for the San Antonio Spurs who is known for his long, lanky frame.

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What they’re saying

“Man, I'm my only competition”

— Anthony Edwards

What’s next

Edwards and Doncic will face off when the Timberwolves travel to Los Angeles to play the Lakers next month, providing an opportunity for the two young stars to continue their on-court rivalry.

The takeaway

Anthony Edwards' willingness to poke fun at some of the NBA's biggest names in a high-profile ad campaign showcases his confident and charismatic personality, which has helped make him a rising star in the league. The commercial also highlights the competitive nature and ongoing rivalries between top players in the NBA.