76ers’ VJ Edgecombe shuts down Slam Dunk Contest speculation with 3-word rejection

While VJ Edgecombe is one of the top dunkers in the Association, the 76ers rookie sensation doesn't want to prove it in the Slam Dunk Contest
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Sixers rookie VJ Edgecombe dismisses Slam Dunk Contest participation

VJ Edgecombe said Monday that he has no interest in participating in the Slam Dunk Contest as part of NBA All-Star Weekend.

VJ Edgecombe's dismissal shows the NBA's biggest problem with the Slam Dunk Contest

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VJ Edgecombe scores 25, but Philadelphia 76ers fall to Phoenix Suns as Devin Booker scores 27

Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.

76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Tallies 25 points in loss

Edgecombe recorded 25 points (10-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block over 37 minutes during the 76ers ' 116-110 loss to the Suns on Tuesday.

76ers’ rookie V.J. Edgecombe rocks the rim and the crowd with posterized dunk over Indiana

VJ Edgecombe has made a splash in his rookie season with the 76ers. He delivered a jaw-dropping dunk against the Pacers that wowed fans and teammates.

Are Joel Embiid, Paul George, VJ Edgecombe playing tonight? 76ers vs. Cavs injury report

Joel Embiid, Paul George, and VJ Edgecombe are all listed on the injury report ahead of their game against the Cavs.

You won't believe this crazy VJ Edgecombe stat

Although he's been overshadowed by the likes of other rookies including Kon Knueppel, Cooper Flagg and Cedric Coward, VJ Edgecombe has had a productive season for the Philadelphia 76ers. The recent No. 3 overall pick has averaged 15.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.5 steals, proving himself to be a future two-way star.
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