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VJ Edgecombe Claims Rising Stars MVP, Emerging as Key Starter for Sixers

Philadelphia is counting on the rookie’s chemistry with Tyrese Maxey for the post-break push.

Dec 30, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (77) hit a game winning three over Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) during overtime at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jan 31, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) and guard Vj Edgecombe (77) share a lighter moment during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Edgecombe earned Rising Stars MVP for Team Vince, totaling 23 points across two games and sinking the title-clinching free throws against Team Melo.
  • The No. 3 pick has started 50 games and is averaging 14.9 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.1 assists while forming a high-output backcourt with Maxey that combines for about 43.8 points per game.
  • Hall of Famer Vince Carter coached Edgecombe at Rising Stars and signaled ongoing mentorship, while Maxey described the rookie as "like a little brother."
  • Nick Nurse said Joel Embiid practiced and "looked pretty good" after missing the last two games with knee soreness, with further evaluation planned by team doctors.
  • Philadelphia is 30-24 and sixth in the East, leaning more on Maxey and Edgecombe during Paul George’s 25-game suspension as the team resumes play Thursday against the Hawks.