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Rookie VJ Edgecombe Ranked 19th Among NBA's Future Stars

12/12/2025

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VJ Edgecombe, a Philadelphia 76ers guard, was ranked 19th on ESPN's top 25 NBA players under 25, just 20 games into his rookie season.
Despite a 51.3% true shooting percentage, Edgecombe has shown explosive play and strong defense.
Comparisons with Kon Knueppel and Dylan Harper highlight his potential, though rankings against Deni Avdija and Josh Giddey are debated.
Analysts say Edgecombe could rise in rankings as established players age out.

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Story summary

VJ Edgecombe, a Philadelphia 76ers guard, was ranked 19th on ESPN's top 25 NBA players under 25, just 20 games into his rookie season.
Despite a 51.3% true shooting percentage, Edgecombe has shown explosive play and strong defense.
Comparisons with Kon Knueppel and Dylan Harper highlight his potential, though rankings against Deni Avdija and Josh Giddey are debated.
Analysts say Edgecombe could rise in rankings as established players age out.