Draymond Green says VJ Edgecombe is biggest loser of LeBron signing with 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has commented on the impact of LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. Green believes VJ Edgecombe will suffer from reduced playing time due to the influx of star players like James and Jaylen Brown. He indicated that Edgecombe's role could shrink from potentially being a second option to possibly the fifth, posing challenges for the young player. Green, however, expressed confidence in Edgecombe's ability to adapt and succeed even in a lesser role. The fallout from the 76ers' roster changes continues to be a topic of discussion among analysts and former players.
- •Draymond Green calls VJ Edgecombe a loser in James' signing.
- •James joins 76ers alongside Jaylen Brown following a trade.
- •Edgecombe could see his role diminished with multiple star players.
- •Green expresses belief in Edgecombe's adaptability to new challenges.
- •76ers roster changes prompt widespread discussion among analysts.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — One 76ers Player Will Be the “Biggest Loser” From LeBron James’ Arrival, Claims Draymond Green
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green calls VJ Edgecombe the biggest loser of LeBron James signing with the 76ers
"There was a time when Philadelphia celebrated the emergence of its next franchise cornerstone. After a record-breaking rookie debut that surpassed records once held by Allen Iverson and even the league’s all-time leading scorer, the future appeared firmly in one young guard’s hands.
"Draymond Green singles out one player after the LeBron James trade.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 5:40 PMOne 76ers Player Will Be the “Biggest Loser” From LeBron James’ Arrival, Claims Draymond Green
There was a time when Philadelphia celebrated the emergence of its next franchise cornerstone. After a record-breaking rookie debut that surpassed records once held by Allen Iverson and even the league’s all-time leading scorer, the future appeared firmly in one young guard’s hands.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 5:10 PMDraymond Green calls VJ Edgecombe the biggest loser of LeBron James signing with the 76ers
Draymond Green singles out one player after the LeBron James trade.
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