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76ers Rookie VJ Edgecombe Shines with 34-Point Debut

10/26/2025

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Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe scored 34 points against the Boston Celtics in his debut.
NBA analyst Bill Simmons compared Edgecombe to a young Dwyane Wade and praised his athleticism.
Despite concerns about his finishing, Edgecombe converted all six of his close-range attempts.
In his second game, Edgecombe posted 15 points, six rebounds, and eight assists and is establishing himself as a key Sixers player alongside Tyrese Maxey.

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Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe scored 34 points against the Boston Celtics in his debut.
NBA analyst Bill Simmons compared Edgecombe to a young Dwyane Wade and praised his athleticism.
Despite concerns about his finishing, Edgecombe converted all six of his close-range attempts.
In his second game, Edgecombe posted 15 points, six rebounds, and eight assists and is establishing himself as a key Sixers player alongside Tyrese Maxey.