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The NBA Summer League is an opportunity for rookie players to showcase their skills on an NBA-level stage for the first time since the NBA Draft. It could be a chance for rookies to star on a team, before potentially taking a backseat to veterans.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / July 8

Sixers Forward Opens Up on Landing Multi-Year NBA Contract

Over the past few years, Justin Edwards' basketball journey has been a bit of a rollercoaster ride. Despite enduring some ups and downs, the young forward has still managed to emerge as a promising prospect for the Philadelphia 76ers.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / July 4

Sixers Standout Aiming To Improve in Key Area in NBA Summer League

This weekend, the Philadelphia 76ers will begin their Summer League schedule against the Utah Jazz. Ahead of the action, one key player touched on using these games as a chance to improve the weaker points of his game.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27

76ers sign breakout bench piece to 3-year contract extension

The Philadelphia 76ers have finalized a new three-year contract with forward Justin Edwards after declining his $1.9 million team option for the upcoming season, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / June 27

Sixers' Justin Edwards Headed Towards New Contract

Last season saw the Philadelphia 76ers struggle with numerous injuries to several of their bigger-name players, including the likes of Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey, among others.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / June 16

76ers Rookie Discusses Memorable Debut Against LeBron James

Justin Edwards had a productive rookie year with the Philadelphia 76ers. The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 10.1 points and 3.4 rebounds over 44 games. Edwards signed a two-way contract with the 76ers after going undrafted in 2024.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / May 29

Philadelphia 76ers Standout Featured in Recent Hype Video

Heading into this season, the Philadelphia 76ers were expected to be led by their newly-formed trio of All-Stars. However, this did not end up being the case as the roster dealt with a litany of injuries.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / May 17

76ers Star Sets High Expectations for Undrafted Player

Earlier this week, the Philadelphia 76ers’ social media team shared a few shots of the one-time NBA All-Star Tyrese Maxey putting in work with the rookie, Justin Edwards.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / April 29

Sixers Forward Sees Massive Rise in 2024 NBA Re-Draft

Heading into the 2024-25 season, the Philadelphia 76ers expected to deploy a lineup loaded with veteran talent on a nightly basis. However, due to a litany of injuries, things ended up playing out much differently.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / April 2

76ers’ setbacks are paving the way for emerging talent

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 27

76ers’ intriguing rookie sees game ‘slowing down’ amid hot scoring stretch

PHILADELPHIA — Justin Edwards continues to take advantage of the Philadelphia 76ers’ depleted lineups. The undrafted rookie is getting buckets, in part because someone has to but also because he’s showing genuine NBA-level talent.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Paul George, 76ers get harsh reception at WWE event in Philly

George, Bona, Yabusele and Edwards are all in their respective first seasons with the 76ers. Thus, they are quickly learning how notoriously harsh the Philly fan base can be on their own players.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 24

Key Philadelphia 76ers Player Will Remain Out vs Bulls

On Sunday, Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse was hopeful Justin Edwards could return to the team’s lineup for their Monday night matchup against the Chicago Bulls.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 23

Philadelphia 76ers Could Get Key Player Back vs Bulls

Just as Justin Edwards started competing with the Philadelphia 76ers on his standard contract, the young rookie started dealing with a setback. Before the Sixers went into the All-Star break, Edwards checked in for 31 minutes against the Brooklyn Nets.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Philadelphia 76ers Handed Blow Before Boston Celtics Game

Following the 2025 NBA All-Star break, the Philadelphia 76ers host the Boston Celtics. They are searching for true health after an injury-riddled season as they try to enter the playoffs, currently sitting at 11th in the East with a 20-34 record.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 20

76ers Release Unfortunate Injury Update Before Celtics Matchup

With two practices in the bag after the 2025 NBA All-Star break, the Philadelphia 76ers will return to the court on Thursday night to host the Boston Celtics.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 19

Injury notes: Edwards, Knicks, Turner, Wade, Thomas, LaMelo

Sixers rookie Justin Edwards sprained his left ankle during a post-All-Star practice this week, according to Derek Bodner of PHLY Sports (Twitter link).

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 19

Sixers Player Suffers Setback After All-Star Break

The 2025 NBA All-Star break offered the Philadelphia 76ers a chance to get healthier. For the most part, they had a good turnout for their first practice back on Tuesday.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 18

Philadelphia 76ers Forward Sees Sizable Leap in 2024 NBA Re-Draft

With so much money invest in their star trio, the Philadelphia 76ers are a team that needs to operate well in the margins. Based on what they've seen from one young player thus far, they might have stumbled upon a rotation piece at a very team-friendly price.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 17

Joel Embiid Supports Philadelphia 76ers Rookie’s Special Moment

More than halfway through his rookie season in the NBA, Philadelphia 76ers standout Justin Edwards received a major honor in his hometown. The Philly native had his high school jersey retired.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 15

76ers Make Post for Rookie Forward's High School Jersey Retirement

After going undrafted in June, Justin Edwards landed a spot on the Philadelphia 76ers via a two-way contract. Following an impressive first half of the season, things are starting to look up for the rookie forward.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 11

76ers Fan Favorite Reacts to Landing Standard NBA Contract

Following their moves at the trade deadline, the Philadelphia 76ers announced a change to the roster on Sunday afternoon. After starting out the year on a two-way contract, the front office has converted Justin Edwards to a standard NBA deal.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Rumors / February 8

Justin Edwards to get standard contract from 76ers

Rookie forward Justin Edwards, who has been a standout for the Sixers on a two-way contract, will be promoted to a standard deal, according to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Liberty Ballers / January 16

How Justin Edwards played himself into the Sixers’ rotation in just two games

There’s no Jalen he can’t guard and nothing the defense can give him that he won’t take. After dropping a team-high 25 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Philadelphia 76ers’ Justin Edwards would not touch the ball for his first two minutes of game time the next night against the New York Knicks.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 15

'Nova Knicks' earn big overtime win vs. Sixers

Three of the New York Knicks' most important players went to college at Villanova in Philadelphia. The trio came up big in the Knicks' overtime win in their old city.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / July 17, 2024

Former UK Guard Feels He Was ‘Best Player In The 2024 Draft’

When a top three overall recruit in the country signs on to play Kentucky basketball, everyone thinks high draft pick. That wasn’t the case for former blue-chip recruit Justin Edwards.