Anthony Edwards overwhelmed with emotions after 82-year-old grandfather Ben Edwards' heartwarming surprise (Image Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images)
Minnesota Timberwolves rising superstar wing Anthony Edwards received a heartwarming surprise ahead of Monday's road matchup against the Atlanta Hawks. Edwards' 82-year-old grandfather, Ben, was in attendance, marking the first time he watched his grandson play since high school.
During pregame warmups, Edwards, who hails from Atlanta, spotted his grandfather sitting courtside on the baseline. He promptly ran over in apparent jubilation and embraced him. Afterward, the two-time All-Star sat down beside him and engaged in a lengthy conversation.
Per the Star Tribune's Chris Hine, Edwards' grandfather "didn't get out to many of (his) games as he was growing up." Thus, his grandfather watching him suit up in an NBA game for the first time was a "special" moment for him.
