VJ Edgecombe: Sixers announce injury update for No. 3 pick ahead of NBA Summer League
Edgecombe debuted with the Sixers in the Salt Lake Summer League on Saturday, producing a game-high 28 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in a loss against the Utah Jazz. He was one of seven players named as a standout at the event.
The 6-foot-5 guard missed the last two games in Utah due to what the team called a left thumb contusion. After undergoing an evaluation, Edgecombe was diagnosed with a left thumb sprain and will be sidelined against the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday (10 p.m. EDT).
It is unclear when Edgecombe sustained the injury. However, the 19-year-old will continue to participate in on-court workouts with the Sixers and be reevaluated on Saturday before their second game versus the Charlotte Hornets at 6:30 p.m.
Edgecombe dazzled during his debut, 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.
The Sixers will be hopeful that Edgecombe can return to play, 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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