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Video: VJ Edgecombe accidentally kicks a fan in the face

VJ Edgecombe tried to give his team a kick, but ended up accidentally — and literally — hitting a fan in the face during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s showdown between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in Boston, Mass.

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Woman Left With Visible Bruise After Accident During 76ers-Celtics

On the way to splitting the RoTY race, VJ Edgecombe carved a persona with his explosive athleticism. That same headstrong style created a viral moment when the Philadelphia 76ers were in Boston tonight.

Tyrese Maxey News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / March 1

Celtics Big Man Devours Sixers as Maxey, Drummond Struggle

The Sixers got trounced in the battle of the bigs while Tyrese Maxey shot worse than a concert tour date in a loss to the Boston Celtics on Sunday. Here's what happened.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

Tyrese Maxey’s tough bucket puts him above Wilt Chamberlain on 76ers list

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey continues his ascent as one of the NBA’s most lethal players, and at the rate that he is going, he will find himself rewriting the record books.

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 1

76ers' Andre Drummond heartbroken over Joel Embiid's injury

Joel Embiid is once again going to be sidelined by injury, which has become a familiar refrain for the Philadelphia 76ers. Embiid’s teammates are feeling the pain as well.

Embiid out multiple games

Warriors star Steph Curry out at least five more games with knee injury

Grizzlies’ Zach Edey to undergo left ankle surgery

Khris Middleton to remain with Mavericks, declines buyout

Cam Thomas takes more shots at his former team Nets

Joel Embiid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

How long do players typically miss with oblique strains like 76ers star Joel Embiid’s?

Recently, the Philadelphia 76ers got some tough news when it was announced that big man Joel Embiid would be sidelined due to an oblique strain. The injury occurred during a recent home win over the Miami Heat, and came about just as Embiid was returning from a recent shin ailment that caused him to miss time after the All-Star break.

Joel Embiid News / Field Level Media / February 28

76ers C Joel Embiid (oblique) out at least 3 games

Philadelphia star center Joel Embiid underwent an MRI on Saturday that revealed a strained right oblique and he will miss at least three games before being re-evaluated, the 76ers announced.

Joel Embiid News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Sixers’ Joel Embiid to miss at least three games with oblique strain

The 76ers will be without Joel Embiid for at least the next three games. The team announced that Embiid underwent an MRI on Saturday morning that revealed a strained right oblique.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Rumors / February 28

Johni Broome Undergoes Partial Meniscectomy, Will Be Reevaluated In Four Weeks

Sixers rookie Johni Broome underwent a partial meniscectomy on Saturday to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee, the team announced in a press release.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Joel Embiid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

76ers’ Joel Embiid to miss multiple games with oblique injury

After turning in a pair of dynamic performances after the All-Star break, Joel Embiid is expected to miss multiple games with a strained right oblique.

Tyrese Maxey News / Liberty Ballers / February 27

Remember when the Sixers were allergic to shooting threes?

Tyrese Maxey’s ascension as the next superstar Sixers perimeter player continues to crystalize. On Thursday night in a win over the Miami Heat, the 25-year-old All-Star set the franchise record for made three-point shots, moving ahead of Allen Iverson’s total of 885.

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Joel Embiid News / EssentiallySports / February 27

NBA Coach Sends Playoff Warning Over 76ers Despite Joel Embiid Seemingly Hurting Himself During Celebration

The Eastern Conference doesn’t have an outright powerhouse. The Detroit Pistons and Celtics carry the best records. However, multiple teams pose a threat.

Kelly Oubre News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 27

Meet 't$unami', the Music Producer Starting for the Sixers

PHILADELPHIA — VJ Edgecombe went from a straight face to a grin to a gaping-mouth smile, turning his head to look at Kelly Oubre Jr. Oubre's teammates have brought it up to him, and Thursday was the day to address it publicly.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / February 27

Tyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson in major 76ers franchise milestone

Maxey had himself a night against the Miami Heat on Thursday.

Tyrese Maxeys's strong effort powers Sixers over Heat

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 26

Tyrese Maxey Breaks Sixers' Record for Career 3s Made

PHILADELPHIA — Perhaps everyone knew. Or perhaps it was just Tyrese Maxey executing against Miami's lack of urgency in hugging the ball when he had it at the 3-point line.

VJ Edgecombe News / NBA Analysis Network / February 26

VJ Edgecombe ranked No. 91 on Bleacher Report’s top players list while leading rookies in steals

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe has been ranked No. 91 on Bleacher Report’s list of the top 99 NBA players, with the outlet identifying him as the franchise’s present and future starting shooting guard based on his defensive impact and two-way production through his first season.