Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe will reportedly not play on Saturday against the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA Summer League, according to Ky Carlin of Sixers Wire.
Edgecombe missed the last two games of the Salt Lake City Summer League due to a left thumb contusion. After undergoing an evaluation, Edgecombe was diagnosed with a left thumb sprain and was sidelined on Thursday as they opened the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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The No. 3 overall pick is progressing from the injury and will continue with on-court workouts with the team over the next two days. The Sixers will provide an update on his status before their next game on Tuesday versus the Washington Wizards (8:30 p.m. EDT, NBA TV).
Edgecombe debuted with the Sixers on July 5, producing a game-high 28 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocked shots and one steal in a loss against the Utah Jazz. He was one of seven players named as a standout at the event.
The 19-year-old dazzled during the outing, flashing each element of his game that made him highly touted out of Baylor, from his quickness to his ability to attack the rim downhill. He struggled from beyond the arc, going just 1 of 7, but connected on several mid-range shots.
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The Sixers appear to be optimistic that Edgecombe can suit up in Las Vegas, though they certainly won’t rush him back into action too quickly. He projects to be a franchise cornerstone beginning next season, and the team won’t want to risk further injury during an exhibition game.
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