VJ Edgecombe embraces possible reduced role with 76ers this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:04 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

VJ Edgecombe expresses his readiness for a potentially smaller role with the Philadelphia 76ers as the team anticipates adjusting lineups following the acquisitions of Jaylen Brown and LeBron James. Despite averaging 16 points per game and finishing third in Rookie of the Year voting, Edgecombe acknowledges that winning is his priority. He looks forward to playing alongside his fellow teammates and contributing to team success. Coach Nick Nurse is expected to take time to determine an effective rotation, particularly considering Joel Embiid's availability throughout the season.
- •Edgecombe averaged 16 points in his rookie season.
- •He is excited to learn from veterans like LeBron James.
- •Nick Nurse needs time to finalize the team rotation.
- •Joel Embiid's game availability will affect lineup decisions.
- 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — VJ Edgecombe good with potentially reduced role in Philadelphia, 'I just want to win'
"It's going to take Nick Nurse and his coaching staff some time to figure out how all the puzzle pieces fit together.
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