October 22, 2025
Anthony Edwards, the NBA star of the Minnesota Timberwolves, is in the spotlight these days – but not just for basketball! His ex-girlfriend, Ayesha Howard, has stepped up with a blistering demand: $500,000 in damages plus a public apology in their heated battle over their child’s custody. Meanwhile, Anthony is moving forward with his current partner, Shannon Jackson. The love story between Anthony Edwards and Shannon Jackson began in 2020, the very year Anthony was drafted into the NBA. Since then, they've shown their love openly. You’ll often spot Shannon courtside at Anthony’s games, supporting her NBA star. On March 1, 2024, the couple welcomed their baby daughter, Aislynn, adding joy to their public relationship. They even threw a vibrant ladybug-themed birthday bash for Aislynn, attended by Anthony’s team. But things turned sour online. Fans criticized Anthony for seemingly ignoring his other kids. One Instagram comment read, "#AnthonyEdwards is facing backlash after celebrating his daughter Aislynn’s first birthday, with many calling out his alleged absence from his other kids’ lives." Another questioned, "Where are the other 3 kids? They don’t get to celebrate the birthday with their sister?" This backlash comes while Anthony battles a legal storm with Ayesha Howard over their 4-month-old daughter, Aubri Summers Howard. Rumors flew that Anthony wanted to pay over $1 million upfront for child support, but Ayesha’s lawyer burned these claims as "lies" and "fake news." The legal fight peaked with Ayesha demanding a hefty $500,000 payment and a public apology, reportedly halting custody arrangements ordered by a judge in May. Luckily, news suggests the conflict might now be settled. In the midst of all this noise, Shannon Jackson quietly vanished from Instagram after a grand Caribbean trip but kept sharing life on TikTok. She said, "I'm at the stage in my life where I only want the best for me.. The best job, the best mental health. I want to travel the world. I want to eat good food. I want to try new things, and I want nothing but positive energy and positive people around me, even if that means cutting off the toxicity..." Despite the drama, it seems Anthony and Shannon remain solid, facing life’s ups and downs together. From NBA hardwood battles to family struggles, Anthony Edwards’ life right now is as exciting off the court as on it!
Tags: Anthony edwards, Shannon jackson, Ayesha howard, Custody dispute, Nba, Child support,
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