VJ Edgecombe: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 23

VJ Edgecombe out with knee injury vs. Heat, but there’s a silver lining

Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe is set to miss his first game of the season, against the Miami Heat, due to a knee injury. Edgecombe had appeared on the 76ers’ injury report earlier this season, but he ultimately didn’t need to miss any games.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Liberty Ballers / November 22

Edgecombe questionable; Embiid, Bona remain out for Sunday vs. Heat

The Philadelphia 76ers injury report for Sunday’s afternoon contest against the Miami Heat is out. There is a handful of names on it — some expected, some not so expected.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 18

VJ Edgecombe reaches stunning career milestone, he is fastest since Luka Doncic

The Philadelphia 76ers may have found their next big star in the 2025 NBA Draft. Initially, the Philadelphia 76ers were expected to draft Ace Bailey, but they changed their decision and went ahead with VJ Edgecombe at the No.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 18

76ers’ VJ Edgecombe responds to halftime callout from Nick Nurse vs. Clippers

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe delivered a poised and mature response to head coach Nick Nurse’s halftime challenge, helping fuel a strong second-half push in the Sixers’ matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Dwyane Wade breaks down reason 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe reminds him of himself

NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade sees something familiar in Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe — himself. On the latest episode of Time Out with Dwyane Wade on the WY Network, the Miami Heat legend broke down why the 20-year-old guard has quickly caught his attention, noting the similarities in their playing styles and mentality.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Draft on SI / November 9

NBA's Rookie of the Year Race Tightens Amid Cooper Flagg, VJ Edgecombe's Performances

A week ago, VJ Edgecombe would have been the runaway pick for the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year. The No. 3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft got off to a scorching hot start this season, with multiple 20-point performances as the Phiadelphia 76ers soared to a top seed in the Eastern Conference.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / November 5

3 Key Reasons For VJ Edgecombe’s Success

The Philadelphia 76ers have experienced early success this season, largely thanks to the efforts of their rookie VJ Edgecombe. Despite some weaknesses in his game, the guard has blown away the expectations set for him coming into the season.

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

Former NBA Star Feels VJ Edgecombe has Changed Sixers' Vibe

The Philadelphia 76ers have gotten off to quite a hot start this season, improving their record to 5-1 following their win over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday night.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 4

76ers Fans Will Love Draymond Green’s Early Rookie of the Year Vote

Draymond Green won’t have a vote for the NBA’s Rookie of the Year race, but if he did, his early vote would belong to the Philadelphia 76ers guard, VJ Edgecombe.

Philadelphia 76ers News / BasketballNews.com / November 4

Maxey, Edgecombe give Sixers new life as Embiid works his way back

The Philadelphia 76ers didn’t open the season the way they envisioned it. Paul George is still sidelined after having arthroscopic knee surgery. Joel Embiid,

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / November 4

Sixers Notes: VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, Kelly Oubre, Jared McCain

Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer wonders if 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe can fully grow his offensive game while sharing the floor with Joel Embiid.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Draft on SI / November 3

76ers Rookie VJ Edgecombe Continues to Display Two-Way Prowess vs. Nets

16 points, two rebounds, three assists and three steals almost feels light for a VJ Edgecombe stat line. But it's only because we've been spoiled by major performances through the first few games of his NBA career.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 1

VJ Edgecombe’s ‘Lackluster’ Game vs Celtics Gets an Explanation

Throughout the first quarter of the Friday night matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics, VJ Edgecombe attempted just one shot. Since the Sixers fired up their 2025-2026 run, Edgecombe has been one of their most consistent starters, putting impressive scoring performances on display, getting to it without hesitation.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 30

Sixers Rookie VJ Edgecombe Quickly Turning Heads Around the NBA

In the midst of their impressive start to the season, no player on the Philadelphia 76ers has shined brighter than VJ Edgecombe. As he continues to shine to start his NBA career, the young guard is quickly gaining notoriety across the association.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / October 30

VJ Edgecombe's audacity should scare the NBA

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe is beaming with confidence, and understandably so.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Fastbreak on SI / October 29

VJ Edgecombe Creates Pressure for 76ers in the Eastern Conference

The Philadelphia 76ers are feeling good about where they are at early on. The rookie first-rounder VJ Edgecombe couldn’t be off to a better start, and he’s feeling extremely confident about where his team is at currently.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

Did you know 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe just scored more points in first 3 games than Michael Jordan?

The 2025-26 NBA season is still in its infancy, but rookie guard VJ Edgecombe has already announced himself as a force to be reckoned with. Through the first three games, the 76ers’ third overall pick has scored a staggering 75 points, outpacing the legendary Michael Jordan’s scoring output over the same span in his rookie year.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Draft on SI / October 28

VJ Edgecombe Continues All-Star Level Start to Career

Both Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper have seen solid starts to their NBA career, though few rookies in NBA history have been able to match what No. 3 pick VJ Edgecombe has done through three games.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 28

VJ Edgecombe, Sixers out to continue hot start vs. Wizards

Rookie guard VJ Edgecombe continues to impress for the Philadelphia 76ers, who are off to their first 3-0 start since the 2019-20 campaign. The Sixers look to remain unbeaten when they visit the Washington Wizards on Tuesday.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / October 28

76ers' young backcourt having historic start to season

The Philadelphia 76ers started this season without Paul George and with Joel Embiid limited by a sore knee. Thanks to their pair of young guards, they're 3-0.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 25

VJ Edgecombe Continues Giving Allen Iverson a Run in 76ers History

The start to VJ Edgecombe’s career has been nothing short of exciting for the Philadelphia 76ers. In his NBA debut, the young guard set a Sixers franchise record for scoring the most points for a rookie in his first game, surpassing the Hall of Famer Allen Iverson.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 24

After historic debut, 76ers' VJ Edgecombe ready for Hornets

It won't be easy for rookie VJ Edgecombe to top the dazzling start to his NBA career, but the Philadelphia 76ers guard will have a chance on Saturday against the visiting Charlotte Hornets.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23

VJ Edgecombe has historic debut for 76ers in comeback win over Celtics

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Internet reacts to VJ Edgecombe’s record-setting NBA debut

VJ Edgecombe had his Michael Carter-Williams moment on Wednesday night. The Philadelphia 76ers rookie Edgecombe lit the Internet on fire with an incredible debut against the Boston Celtics.