VJ Edgecombe's Rookie Breakout: Thriving in Embiid's Absence
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Philadelphia Sixers rookies VJ Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes, and Justin Edwards stepped up during injuries, filling key roles and keeping the team afloat. When stars returned, Edgecombe adjusted smoothly, scoring twenty-two points on nine attempts and hitting four of five three-pointers. Coach Nick Nurse praised Edgecombes quick bounce-back ability, while Edgecombe credits strong mental focus and teammate support for avoiding the rookie slump. Edgecombe has adapted his game smartly, shifting from poor three-point shooting to hitting four of five against the Bulls. This month, Edgecombe has averaged twenty-plus points over eleven games in thirty-three minutes per night, doubling his college workload while fitting seamlessly as the veterans return.
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