76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Continues to struggle with shot
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Edgecombe supplied five points (1-11 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Monday's 128-113 victory over the Clippers.
It was a miserable shooting night for Edgecombe, who's experiencing a cold snap of late. The 2025 first-rounder is shooting just 37.5 percent from the floor over his last seven games, during which Edgecombe has averaged 9.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.6 steals in 34.1 minutes per game.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Poor effort in loss
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Edgecombe finished Monday's 130-93 loss to the Hornets with nine points (2-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 26 minutes.
Edgecombe had a miserable showing for the 76ers, but you could say the same about most of his teammates, with the franchise getting routed by 37 points while Paul George and Joel Embiid rested during the first half of a back-to-back set. Edgecombe is in the midst of a slump, as he's shooting 41.9 percent from the field over his last seven games with 12.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.1 three-pointers.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Tallies 25 points in loss
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Edgecombe recorded 25 points (10-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block over 37 minutes during the 76ers' 116-110 loss to the Suns on Tuesday.
Edgecombe stepped into a larger role offensively due to the absences of Joel Embiid (ankle) and Paul George (knee). Tyrese Maxey struggled from the field (7-25 FG), but Edgecombe's efforts helped the Sixers keep pace on the second night of a back-to-back. It was Edgecombe's 11th 20-plus-point performance of the season and his most points in a game since Jan. 3 against the Knicks (26 points). The rookie first-rounder has earned a prominent role for himself with the 76ers, and he'll have opportunities for big nights in games where one or both of Embiid and George do not play.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Officially available
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Edgecombe (adductor) is available for Wednesday's game against Cleveland, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
Edgecombe carried a probable tag into Wednesday's contest, so it's no surprise to see him available. The rookie guard had been dealing with a bruised left adductor. He's been in a bit of a scoring rut recently, averaging 13.6 points while shooting 37.5 percent from the field over his last five games, but he's made up for it elsewhere, averaging 7.0 assists, 5.8 rebounds and 2.4 steals during that stretch.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Returns Friday
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Edgecombe (eye) returned at the start of the second quarter of Friday's game against the Magic, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
Edgecombe left in the first quarter of Friday's game due to an apparent eye injury. He was evaluated by medical staff in the locker room but was cleared to return for the start of the second frame.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Leaves for locker room Friday
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Edgecombe exited to the locker room in the first quarter of Friday's game against the Magic due to an apparent eye injury, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
Edgecombe was hit in the eye and exited the game with 3:01 remaining in the opening quarter. If the rookie is unable to return, Quentin Grimes and Jared McCain are candidates for increased playing time the rest of the way.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Stays hot Monday
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Edgecombe posted 17 points (6-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt), eight rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and two steals across 42 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime loss to Denver.
The rookie first-rounder continues to roll for fantasy managers, scoring at least 17 points while swiping multiple steals in four consecutive games. Edgecombe has averaged 20.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.7 steals and 3.2 three-pointers per contest in his last 10 games, shooting 40.0 percent from beyond the arc.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Scores 26 in win
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Edgecombe totaled 26 points (10-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists, two rebounds, two blocks and two steals in 41 minutes during Saturday's 130-119 win over the Knicks.
Edgecombe delivered an efficient scoring performance Saturday, drilling four three-pointers while logging heavy minutes in a win. It marked the seventh time the rookie has played 40-plus minutes this season, and he's now topped 20 points in four of those outings. While there have been ebbs and flows typical of a first-year player, the Baylor product has flashed a well-rounded skill set and largely lived up to the expectations that came with being selected No. 3 in the 2025 NBA Draft.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Posts four steals in Thursday's win
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Edgecome registered 23 points (9-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists, four steals and one block over 40 minutes during the 76ers' 123-108 win over the Mavericks on Thursday.
The rookie first-rounder displayed his defensive chops during Thursday's win, with his four steals matching a career high he set against the Grizzlies on Tuesday. He finished as the 76ers' second-leading scorer behind Tyrese Maxey (34 points), and Edgecome has logged at least 23 points in five of his last seven outings. Over his last 10 outings, Edgecombe has averaged 19.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 2.7 threes and 1.3 steals over 36.1 minutes per game.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Cleared to play vs. Chicago
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Edgecombe (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Edgecombe was unable to play against the Nets on Tuesday due to an illness, but he has recovered enough to return Friday, which means Jared McCain will likely revert to a bench role. Across eight games in December, Edgecombe has averaged 17.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.5 threes and 1.1 steals over 32.6 minutes per game.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Upgraded to probable
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Edgecombe (illness) is probable for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Edgecombe was previously listed as questionable, but he made it through shootaround without any setbacks. Additionally, Dominick Barlow (illness) and Quentin Grimes (illness) have also been upgraded to probable.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Not playing Tuesday
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Edgecombe (illness) is out for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Edgecombe was added to the injury report earlier Tuesday due to an illness, and the Sixers won't be taking any risks with their highly touted rookie. Players like Jared McCain, Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker could see more minutes with Edgecombe out. The rookie out of Baylor will aim to return for Friday's contest against the Bulls.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Uncertain to play Tuesday
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Edgecombe was added to the 76ers' injury report and is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets due to an illness, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Along with Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes and Dominick Barlow will take questionable tags into Tuesday's game due to illnesses, while Joel Embiid is probable. Perhaps out of concern for a bug being spread to other players, the 76ers opted to cancel their morning shootaround. Edgecombe will rest up throughout the morning and afternoon before the 76ers likely offer further clarity on his status as the game's 7 p.m. ET tipoff approaches. If both Edgecombe and Grimes end up being sidelined, the 76ers could have to turn for Jared McCain, Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker for more minutes on the wing, and one or both of Kyle Lowry and Eric Gordon could enter the rotation.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Nets 26 points with four treys
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Edgecombe totaled 26 points (9-21 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 39 minutes during Sunday's 120-117 loss to Atlanta.
With Tyrese Maxey (illness) missing his second straight game, Edgecombe finished as the 76ers' second-leading scorer, and he's seen his usage rate rise to 19.9 over the past two. Edgecombe will look to keep it going Friday in New York, but he may see a dip in usage if Maxey returns to action.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Tips in game-winning shot
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Edgecombe finished Thursday's 99-98 win over the Warriors with 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt), six rebounds, five assists and three steals in 24 minutes.
Edgecombe didn't need to do much with Tyrese Maxey cruising to a 35-point game, but he was efficient with his opportunities on the offensive end and helped secure a victory by tipping in a shot at the rim with a few seconds remaining. The Sixers have been careful with the rookie guard since his return from a left calf injury, as he's been held to 24 minutes or fewer in three straight games. Edgecombe's ceiling may be a bit limited until he ramps back up to a full workload, but he's found ways to contribute across the board even while on a restriction.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Cleared to play Sunday
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Edgecombe (calf) is available and starting Sunday against the Hawks, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports.
Edgecombe will return from a three-game absence due to a left calf injury, though he'll be on an unspecified minutes restriction, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com. With the rookie back in action, Quentin Grimes will retreat to the bench.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Questionable for Sunday
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Edgecombe (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Edgecombe continues to nurse a left calf injury. Even though he's missed the last three games, the rookie out of Baylor might be available to play Sunday, though a decision will likely be made closer to Sunday's tipoff. Edgecombe is averaging 15.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game this season.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Ruled out vs. Magic
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Edgecombe (calf) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Magic, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.comreports.
Left calf tightness is costing Edgecombe a second straight game. The rookie first-rounder will be trying to recover in time for Friday's matchup against Brooklyn. Jared McCain played a season-high 26 minutes in Sunday's loss to Miami, setting him up as a strong streaming option for Tuesday.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Won't play Sunday
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Edgecombe (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Heat, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Edgecombe will miss his first game of the season due to left calf tightness. His imaging came back clean after he experienced discomfort in Thursday's game against the Bucks, and this absence is considered precautionary, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports. The rookie has started all 15 contests for the 76ers, averaging 15.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.3 steals in 37.3 minutes per game. With Edgecombe sidelined, Quentin Grimes is a likely candidate to join the starting lineup Sunday.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Questionable for Sunday
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Edgecombe is questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat due to left calf tightness, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports.
Edgecombe presumably tweaked his calf during Thursday's win over Milwaukee, and he's in danger of missing Sunday's game. His status will be worth monitoring following Sunday's shootaround, but if he's unable to give it a go, that would open up minutes for Quentin Grimes, Justin Edwards and Eric Gordon.
