Perkins talked up the matchup between Anthony Edwards and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. According to the former Boston Celtics center, he believes Edwards will be playing with a chip on his shoulder, especially if Gilgeous-Alexander is announced as the league MVP.

The NBA’s conference finals feature four relatively fresh faces in Minnesota, Oklahoma City, New York and Indiana.

A clip from last October saw Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards make a declaration about the possibility of Rudy Gobert making a 3-pointer.

The Timberwolves sent the Golden State Warriors packing in the previous playoff round. The OKC Thunder, meanwhile, got past the Denver Nuggets. The Timberwolves-Thunder showdown is also a clash between two of the most in-form players. Anthony Edwards and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have been among the outstanding performers this term.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander excited to face Nickeil Alexander-Walker in Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder.