VJ Edgecombe expresses excitement about joining LeBron James on 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:04 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
VJ Edgecombe discussed his excitement about teaming up with LeBron James on the Philadelphia 76ers. Growing up watching James dominate the NBA, Edgecombe had to control his enthusiasm during their initial conversation. He expressed disbelief when FaceTiming James, recalling memories of idolizing the star as a child. Edgecombe aims to learn from both James and teammate Jaylen Brown as he begins his NBA career. The 76ers' roster changes have sparked interest around the team as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •VJ Edgecombe feels disbelief about playing with LeBron James.
- •Edgecombe grew up idolizing James in the NBA.
- •He hopes to learn from James and Jaylen Brown.
- •The 76ers are making significant roster changes.
- •Edgecombe was born in 2005, after James joined the NBA.
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — VJ Edgecombe had to control his excitement when talking to new teammate LeBron James
"As a player who grew up in a LeBron James-dominated NBA, VJ Edgecombe is excited to play with the King.
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