Sixers rookie VJ Edgecombe suffered a lumbar contusion against the San Antonio Spurs, will miss the game versus the Utah Jazz, and is set to be re-evaluated before facing the Atlanta Hawks.
Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe suffered a lumbar contusion during Tuesday's 131-91 loss against the San Antonio Spurs, the team confirmed after an MRI.
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Edgecombe will miss Wednesday's matchup against the Utah Jazz and will be re-evaluated ahead of Philadelphia's next game against the Atlanta Hawks.
The No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft was fouled by Carter Bryant on a three-point attempt Tuesday night and grimaced in pain as teammates helped him up.
He remained in the game long enough to hit 2 of 3 free throws but did not return after halftime, with the 76ers trailing 78-53. He finished the night with six points.
Edgecombe has been impressive in his rookie campaign, averaging 15.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game. He is one of just three NBA rookies averaging at least 15.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists this season.
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