Jaden McDaniels embraces vitriol as part of his villain arc in Timberwolves' playoffs

DENVER — Jaden McDaniels has toiled in Anthony Edwards’ shadow for his entire career. The two friends came into the league together, endured the losses of the early days together and have helped turn the Minnesota Timberwolves into contenders in the Western Conference together.They complement each other so well. Edwards is the loud one, the spotlight sponge with the bright smile and the dynamic scoring. McDaniels is the quiet one, the one who just wants to hoop and go home, the defensive demon who takes a backseat on offense to the Wolves’ higher usage players.Advertisement