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Rookie Edgecombe's Last-Second Three Lifts Sixers Past Grizzlies

12/31/2025

Summary

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The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 139-136 in overtime on December 31, 2025, as VJ Edgecombe, a rookie for the Philadelphia 76ers, hit a game-winning three with 1.7 seconds left, and Coach Nick Nurse praised Edgecombe's composure.
Edgecombe scored 25 points, including 13 in the fourth, helping the Sixers snap a three-game skid.
Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey each scored 34 points for Philadelphia, while Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies led with 40.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, the Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA Finals, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers 4-2, marking their first championship in eight years. Magic Johnson, a rookie, starred in Game 6 with 42 points and 15 rebounds, leading to his MVP award. This victory initiated the Lakers' dominance in the 1980s, establishing the "Showtime" era of basketball.

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Story summary

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 139-136 in overtime on December 31, 2025, as VJ Edgecombe, a rookie for the Philadelphia 76ers, hit a game-winning three with 1.7 seconds left, and Coach Nick Nurse praised Edgecombe's composure.
Edgecombe scored 25 points, including 13 in the fourth, helping the Sixers snap a three-game skid.
Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey each scored 34 points for Philadelphia, while Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies led with 40.

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