VJ Edgecombe scores 25 points as Bahamas defeats Panama

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe helped lead the Bahamas to a 100-82 victory over Panama during a FIBA World Cup qualifying game on Monday night. The Baylor product recorded 25 points on 9-for-16 shooting, including a 7-for-11 performance from three-point range. This display follows an offseason focus on improving his perimeter shooting after his three-point percentage dropped during the previous NBA playoffs. Edgecombe’s performance in international competition is viewed as a sign of progress as he prepares for the upcoming NBA season. His ability to shoot effectively from deep is expected to complement the Sixers’ roster, which features Joel Embiid, LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Maxey. The Bahamas continues its qualifying campaign following this result.

• 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Sixers guard VJ Edgecombe impresses as Bahamas defeats Panama