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Rookie Makes History in Sixers Playoff Stunner
22 Apr
Summary
- Edgecombe became youngest ever with 30 points and 10 rebounds.
- The rookie scored 30 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and had 6 triples.
- Philadelphia secured a crucial 111-97 victory over Boston in Game 2.
Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe etched his name in the NBA record books during a pivotal Game 2 playoff victory against the Boston Celtics. Edgecombe's performance in the 111-97 win saw him become the youngest player in history to achieve a 30-point, 10-rebound double-double in a postseason game. He also joined NBA legend Magic Johnson as only the second player under 20 to reach this playoff feat.
The No. 3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Edgecombe concluded the game with 30 points on 12-of-20 shooting, including six three-pointers made on ten attempts. He complemented his scoring with 10 rebounds, two assists, and two steals, finishing with a game-high plus-17 rating. This performance was instrumental in the Sixers regaining home-court advantage in the series, which is now tied at 1-1.
Edgecombe's rookie season has been remarkable, as he averaged 16.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.4 steals per game. His successful debut season has surpassed expectations, particularly his efficient three-point shooting. As the series heads back to Philadelphia for Game 3, Edgecombe's continued impact is anticipated by Sixers fans.
