VJ Edgecombe’s two-handed block demonstrates the talent of this year’s NBA rookies.
This year’s crop of NBA rookies is so impressive that it’s easy to overlook VJ Edgecomb sometimes. The Philadelphia 76ers picked him third in the 2025 draft, and although he started strong, his performance dipped a bit, allowing players like Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Conn Knuppel, and D’Eriq Queen to capture more attention. Still, Edgecomb […]
Rookie VJ Edgecombe’s remarkable first game with the 76ers places him in an exclusive category.
Historic Debut for 76ers Rookie VJ Edgecombe On Wednesday night, VJ Edgecombe, a rookie with the 76ers, made headlines by achieving a remarkable feat. He scored the most points in an NBA debut in over 65 years. His 34 points during the team’s narrow 117-116 victory against the Celtics rank as the third highest in […]
VJ Edgecombe’s path from struggling financially to achieving his NBA dreams
76ers Draft VJ Edgecombe The Philadelphia 76ers faced a disappointing season in 2024-25. Star center Joel Embiid struggled with injuries, leading the team to finish 24-58, placing them third in the Eastern Conference. As a result, they held the third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. The draft began with Cooper Flag being the […]