VJ Edgecombe was asked to make an opening statement during his first public appearance inside the 76ers’ practice facility. He kept it simple. “I don’t have much to say,” Edgecombe told the assembled crowd of reporters and team employees.

NEW YORK — The Philadelphia 76ers selected Baylor freshman guard VJ Edgecombe with the third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. The 19-year-old Edgecombe had an outstanding season for the Bears, averaging 15 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game.

The Philadelphia 76ers selected Baylor guard VJ Edgecombe with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft on Wednesday night.