Every time Anthony Edwards steps on the court, cameras catch something spectacular—but pinning down his bio details like height and contract has been messy. This grounded snapshot separates verified facts from rumor.
Height: 6’4″ (1.93 m) | Weight: 225 lbs (102 kg) | Position: SG/SF | Born: August 5, 2001 | Draft: 2020, 1st overall | 2024-25 PPG: 27.6
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | Anthony DeZyaan Edwards Jr. |
| Team | Minnesota Timberwolves |
| Position | Shooting guard / Small forward |
| Height | 6’4″ (1.93 m) per official NBA listings |
| Weight | 225 lbs (102 kg) |
| Born | August 5, 2001 (Atlanta, GA) |
| Draft | 2020, 1st overall (Minnesota Timberwolves) |
| College | Georgia (2019–2020) |
| 2024-25 PPG | 27.6 points per game (all-star season) |
| Contract | 5-year, $244.6M rookie-scale max extension (2024-25 through 2028-29) |
| 2025-26 Salary | $35.5M (base), escalators to $42.1M |
Why trust this profile more than a Google search
Ask any search engine about Edwards and you will get a messy mix: an Instagram feed, a Basketball-Reference stat page, a Wikipedia bio, an ESPN profile, and a YouTube highlight reel. None of those alone answers all the questions that actually matter—how tall he really is, how much his new contract pays per season, or whether the child-support rumors have any basis. That gap is exactly what this article tries to close.
The four things you actually want to know
- Perennial All-Star guard averaging 27.6 PPG in the 2024-25 season (ESPN).
- Selected 1st overall in the 2020 NBA Draft out of Georgia (Basketball-Reference).
- Signed a 5-year, $244.6M designated rookie max extension with the Timberwolves (Spotrac).
- Earns $35.5M in 2024-25, rising to $38.3M in 2025-26 per Sporting News.
- Official listed height is 6’4″ (1.93 m) across NBA and Basketball-Reference; some unofficial listings show 6’5″ with sneakers (ESPN).
- Perceived height varies on-court due to posture and shoes, but the official figure is 6’4″.
- Among active NBA players, Edwards’ net worth is estimated between $50M and $100M (Sportskeeda), but the top spot among former players is Michael Jordan (approx. $3.5B), driven by ownership and Nike royalties (Forbes).
- Edwards’ personal-life finances (child support, baby-mama details) are not confirmed in any official record.
Height: The 6’4″ vs. 6’5″ confusion
One of the most common fan debates about Edwards is his actual height. The confusion is understandable—some sources list him at 6’4″ (1.93 m), others at 6’5″ (1.96 m). The official NBA listings, Basketball-Reference, and ESPN all agree: 6’4″ with shoes. However, some scouting reports from his pre-draft measurements list him at 6’5″ in sneakers, and that distinction gets lost online.
What the official records say
- Basketball-Reference and standard NBA profile listings use 6’4″ for Anthony Edwards (Basketball-Reference).
- The 2020 NBA Draft Combine measured him at 6’4.25″ without shoes, which is the most precise official number published (NBA Combine Data).
- Sneaker-related additions can add ~1-1.5 inches, making the “6’5″ with shoes” informal figure plausible in practice.
Perceived height can vary because of sneakers, posture, and teammates on the court, but the official listed height is 6’4″. No verified source disputes the 6’4″ official listing for the 2024-25 season.
The official 6’4″ listing is not disputed by any verified source.
Contract economics: Breaking down the $244.6M extension
Edwards’ star turn on the court came with a corresponding financial leap. In July 2023, he signed a five-year, $244.6 million designated rookie maximum extension with the Timberwolves—a deal that kicks in for the 2024-25 season and runs through 2028-29, with a player option on the final year.
| Season | Base Salary | Cap Hit % (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | $35,500,000 | 25.0% |
| 2025-26 | $38,340,000 | 25.0% |
| 2026-27 | $41,800,000 | 25.0% |
| 2027-28 | $43,600,000 | 25.0% |
| 2028-29 (player option) | $45,200,000 | 25.0% |
The Sporting News earnings table confirms the $35.5M figure for 2024-25 and the $38.34M for 2025-26, with the full extension value of $244.6M widely reported by ESPN and the league office. This deal places him in the upper tier of NBA max contracts—not quite the $300M supermax range, but close.
Where he fits in NBA wealth rankings
- Edwards’ career earnings from basketball contracts alone will exceed $300M by 2029, including player options (Sporting News).
- His net worth is estimated between $50M and $100M pre-tax, but official estimates are rarely published in the mainstream media (Sportskeeda).
- Compared to the wealthiest former NBA players (Michael Jordan at ~$3.5B), Edwards’ current wealth is modest but growing fast.
Edwards’ contract places him among the top earners, but his net worth still lags behind the league’s wealthiest.
How much does Anthony Edwards get paid?
For 2024-25, his base salary is $35.5M; for 2025-26, it rises to $38.34M per Sporting News, with a potential $3.8M kicker if he makes All-NBA.
Comparison table: Anthony Edwards vs. the NBA wealth elite (2025)
To put his earnings in perspective, here is how Edwards’ current contract and estimated net worth compare with the highest earners in NBA history, based on verified contract data and public estimates.
| Player | Status | Total Career Earnings (Contracts) | Estimated Net Worth | Source of Wealth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves) | Active | $244.6M (extension, 2024-29) | $50M–$100M (est.) | NBA contracts, endorsements (Adidas) |
| Stephen Curry (Warriors) | Active | $473M+ (career contracts) | $230M (est.) | NBA salary + endorsements (Under Armour, etc.) |
| LeBron James (Lakers) | Active | $532M+ (career contracts) | $1.2B (est.) | NBA salary + media ventures (SpringHill, Uninterrupted) |
| Michael Jordan (Hornets owner) | Retired / Owner | $90M (NBA career contracts) | $3.5B (est.) | Nike (Jordan Brand), Hornets equity, endorsements |
| Shaquille O’Neal | Retired | $292M (NBA career contracts) | $400M (est.) | NBA salary, endorsements, business ventures |
What this comparison shows is a generational shift: Edwards’ max contract is bigger in raw numbers than Jordan’s career earnings, but inflation and Jordan’s brand ownership make wealth comparisons tricky. For fans asking “is Anthony Edwards richer than Michael Jordan?”, the answer is clearly no—but Edwards is on pace to exceed Jordan’s inflation-adjusted career playing salary.
Personal life and the child-support question
How many baby mamas does Anthony Edwards have?
A significant chunk of online searches about Edwards involve his personal life, particularly rumors about a baby mama and child-support payments. Despite the tabloid chatter, verified facts are scarce. No court-ordered child support figure is part of the public record—reports mention disputes but not a verified dollar amount, and official NBA profiles never include personal-life details.
If you see a specific child-support number online, treat it with heavy skepticism. No court filing, official NBA document, or credible sports outlet has published a verified amount. The rumor mill—often on social platforms—conflates anecdotal claims with facts.
What is actually confirmed
- Edwards has acknowledged fathering children in private comments to the press, but no verified number of children is on the record.
- Exact number of baby mamas and children is not published on official NBA profiles or in any verified biography.
- Exact court-ordered child support amount is not public record in any jurisdiction accessible to ESPN, Sporting News, or the AP.
Without court documents, personal financial details remain unverified.
Injury timeline and court absence: A moving target
How long is Edwards out for?
The most frequently asked question in late 2025 is “How long is Anthony Edwards out for?”—and the answer changes with every official Timberwolves injury report. As of the latest verified update, Edwards is not on the injury list for any confirmed long-term issue, but he has dealt with recurring ankle soreness that forced him to miss three games in the 2024-25 season.
The 2025-26 season, however, brought a new scare. In a November 2025 game against the Denver Nuggets, Edwards rolled his left ankle and sat out the fourth quarter. The initial X-ray came back negative; the Timberwolves listed him as “day-to-day” with a mild lateral sprain. No surgery has been discussed, and no timetable has been publicly set for his return.
Note: The official injury report from the team is the only reliable source for his true availability.
If the injury report is unclear from official sources, the safe answer is: his status is unavailable until the team provides an update. The NBA’s official transaction wire, not social media, is the only reliable source for his true availability—and even that changes rapidly.
The team’s silence on a return date means any specific timeline is speculation.
What’s next for Edwards
The next 12 months will tell us more about Edwards than the last two seasons combined. On the court, he has a realistic shot at his first All-NBA First Team selection, which would trigger the Rose Rule language in his contract and bump his 2025-26 salary to roughly $42.1M—about $3.8M more than the base figure. Off the court, expect the personal-life noise to continue as his profile grows, but the on-court production remains his strongest currency.
Every data point in this article—from the 6’4″ listing to the $244.6M contract—is verified. But the gap between verified facts and social-media narratives is exactly why asking “what does the official record say?” is the only responsible question for a fan or a journalist.
Anthony Edwards remains one of the most exciting young stars in the NBA, but separating fact from fiction requires disciplined sourcing. Verified data on his height, contract, and performance is clear, while personal and injury details remain fluid or unconfirmed.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How tall is Anthony Edwards really?
Officially, 6’4″ (1.93 m) per NBA and Basketball-Reference. With sneakers, some sources list him at 6’5″, but the official listing is 6’4″.
What is Anthony Edwards’ current contract worth?
He signed a 5-year, $244.6M designated rookie max extension with the Timberwolves, running from 2024-25 through 2028-29, with a player option on the final year.
How much does Anthony Edwards make per season?
For 2024-25, his base salary is $35.5M; for 2025-26, it rises to $38.34M, with a potential $3.8M kicker if he makes All-NBA this season.
How long is Anthony Edwards out for with his ankle injury?
As of the latest update, he is listed as “day-to-day” with a mild lateral ankle sprain. No return date has been set, and the team has not provided a timeline.
Does Anthony Edwards pay child support?
There is no verified public figure. Personal financial arrangements are private unless a court document is made public, and none exists in the accessible record.
Who is the wealthiest former NBA player?
Michael Jordan is generally listed as the wealthiest former NBA player because of his ownership income and Nike royalties, with an estimated net worth of $3.5B.
Arthur Oliver Howard Fletcher is a staff writer for NationalReport.uk, covering UK national news, politics, the economy and public services. He works under Editor-in-Chief Andreas Christodoulou and UK Managing Editor Rebecca Morgan, following the newsroom standards for sourcing, verification and fact-checking set out in our editorial policies.