VJ Edgecombe Dazzles in NBA Preseason Debut
The Philadelphia 76ers and New York Knicks tipped off their preseason Thursday in Abu Dhabi, with both teams getting valuable court time ahead of the regular season. But all eyes were on one rookie in particular: VJ Edgecombe.
Edgecombe Impresses in Debut
With Joel Embiid and Paul George sitting out, the 76ers’ No. 3 overall pick got plenty of burn, and he certainly made the most of it. Across 31 minutes, Edgecombe scored 14 points on 4-for-13 shooting, with a perfect 5-for-5 from the free-throw line.
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Edgecombe, who played alongside Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Tyrese Maxey, also hauled in six rebounds, dished out three assists, and had one steal and one block each.
Finding His Role
Edgecombe’s role with the 76ers remains to be seen, but his versatile play certainly caught the eye. His ability to fill multiple roles as a guard-slash-wing will be an asset.
Can VJ Edgecombe start for the 76ers?
With stars like Joel Embiid, Paul George, and others back, it could be challenging for Edgecombe to crack the starting lineup. However, his performance in the preseason will weigh in.
Looking Ahead
The 76ers will next face the Knicks on Saturday, Oct. 4, in Abu Dhabi. While Edgecombe was just getting started, his impressive debut has fans excited for the season ahead.
A when to watch guide for VJ Edgecombe
The 76ers’ schedule will be crucial for tracking Edgecombe’s development. Preseason games continue through early October, with the regular season tipping off later in the month.
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