During the NBA All-Star weekend held in Los Angeles, Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe showcased his talent in the Rising Stars game on Friday. In his debut season after being drafted from Baylor, Edgecombe has quickly emerged as a key player for the 76ers, forming an effective backcourt partnership with Tyrese Maxey and establishing himself as a notable young guard in the NBA.
Edgecombe Opens Up on His Relationship with Joel Embiid
The 76ers are eager for Joel Embiid to maintain his health throughout the remainder of the 2025-26 regular season. Recently, Edgecombe spoke candidly about his connection with the former league MVP, sharing insight into Embiid’s personality and skill level.
Yo, that’s my n**** dog… He cool as hell, bro. He just chill. He be in his own little world. Yo, I swear I never seen someone like really that good. I ain’t gon’ lie,
said Edgecombe on the Club 520 Podcast on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Challenges Facing the 76ers This Season
Embiid has struggled to stay consistently on the court due to ongoing knee issues that have troubled him for much of his career. Compounding Philadelphia’s difficulties, wing player Paul George was recently suspended for 25 games after violating the league’s banned substance policy. These setbacks put added pressure on Edgecombe and Maxey, who will need to take on significant responsibility as the team pushes toward the postseason.
Outlook for Philadelphia’s Playoff Push
Despite a recent 49-point defeat to the New York Knicks, the 76ers remain in contention for a top-four finish in the Eastern Conference. Maintaining momentum will be crucial as they prepare for their upcoming home game against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday evening. How Edgecombe and Maxey perform in the absence of Embiid and George could determine Philadelphia’s seeding in the playoffs and their overall success this season.
“Yo, that’s my n**** dog… He cool as hell, bro. He just chill. He be in his own little world. Yo, I swear I never seen someone like really that good. I ain’t gon' lie.”
VJ Edgecombe on what it’s like being teammates with Joel Embiid 🙌pic.twitter.com/MbEOiZ2m7Y
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) February 17, 2026
