Anthony Edwards releases a new Adidas advertisement for his latest shoe in which he jokes and “roasts” several NBA players, including LeBron James and LaMelo Ball. The commercial also includes references to other players, such as Jaylen Brown, as part of the ad’s comedic tone.
The outlets describe the ad as a commercial debut tied to Edwards’ footwear launch. Both sources note that Edwards is targeting teammates and fellow stars, including players with whom he has established relationships. While the Athletic and Yahoo Sports frame the message similarly—highlighting the roast style and the inclusion of specific names—their emphasis differs slightly: Yahoo Sports lists additional roastees and focuses on Edwards’ on-camera banter, while The Athletic underscores that the players featured include some Edwards is close with.
