VJ Edgecombe is one of three rookies in the NBA averaging at least 15.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — VJ Edgecombe was ruled out for the rest of the game with lower back soreness after the 76ers’ star rookie suffered a hard fall in the first half against San Antonio.
Edgecombe, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, was fouled by Carter Bryant on a 3-point attempt on Tuesday night and grimaced as he was helped up by his teammates. Edgecombe stayed in the game and went 2-of-3 from the free throw line.
With the 76ers down 78-53 at halftime, Edgecombe did not return.
He scored six points.
Edgecombe, averaging 15.5 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.9 assists, is one of three rookies in the…