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Jameer Nelson heaped praise on VJ Edgecombe, highlighting the rising star's fearless approach and relentless growth throughout a spectacular All-Rookie First Team campaign.

With a productive debut season officially under his belt, the dynamic young guard has laid a massive foundation to shatter his ceiling and launch the franchise into a bright future alongside Tyrese Maxey.

Jameer Nelson shutting down the critics doubting a Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe backcourt reminds everyone that grit beats a scouting report every time. With the way these two fight for Philly, the league is finding out the hard way. 🔔🔥

The Philadelphia 76ers need more juice behind their stars.

When the offense stalls and the game gets messy, they need someone who can change the energy in a matter of seconds.

That's where Jose Alvarado enters the conversation.

Alvarado holds a $4.5 million player option for next season, but he's played his way into a bigger payday. More years. More security. Maybe even a larger role.

If he declines that option and hits free agency, Philadelphia should be paying attention.

Alvarado isn't a star. He doesn't need the ball for 35 minutes a night. What he does bring is relentless defense, playmaking, hustle, and the kind of edge that can swing a playoff game. Every contender needs players who make life miserable for opponents.

The question is price.

Would something around 3 years, $24-30 million get it done? That's roughly $8-10 million annually for a proven backup guard who impacts winning on both ends.

For a Sixers team searching for point guard depth, that might be money well spent.

He didn't look like a first-year player at all this season. While everyone else was wondering how he'd handle the jump to the league, he just went out there and performed like a veteran from day one.

“I have so much confidence in myself. I wasn’t surprised by the plays I was making.”

— VJ Edgecombe 🗣️

No rookie nerves, no hesitation. He played with pure composure all year long, letting his game do all the talking and proving exactly why he belongs at the highest level.

Year one was a massive statement, and he's only getting started ⭐️

I'll take VJ Edgecombe 100% anytime of the day 😤

The future is bright in Philly 💯

Tyrese Maxey has officially transformed into an absolute matchup nightmare with his lethal combination of blinding speed and perimeter scoring.

After an incredible breakout campaign, the dynamic playmaker is primed to make an even more terrifying leap into true superstardom next season.

Fair enough

'Cheat code' Bob Myers hits 76ers with brutally honest assessment Philadelphia 76ers new president of basketball operations Mike Gansey had high praise for executive Bob Myers.

Andrew Wiggins and Bobby Portis could be exactly the kind of boost the 76ers need.

A new mock trade from Adam Aaronson of Philly Voice has Philadelphia flipping Paul George in a three-team blockbuster and bringing in two proven veterans who add toughness, shooting, and winning experience.

Wiggins gives the Philadelphia 76ers another reliable two-way wing, while Portis brings energy and frontcourt depth that could thrive alongside Joel Embiid.

Mock trade:
• 76ers receive: Andrew Wiggins, Bobby Portis

• Bucks receive: Paul George, 2026 No. 22 pick, two future second-round picks

• Heat receive: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyle Kuzma

Some players put up numbers.

Some players change the game forever.

Allen Iverson did both. 🐐

He inspired an entire generation with the way he played, dressed, spoke, and carried himself.

The crossover.

The fearless drives to the rim.

The heart of a player who never backed down, no matter who stood in front of him.

More than two decades after his MVP season, AI remains one of the most influential players the sport has ever seen.

Happy Birthday to a true icon. 🎂🏀

The Philadelphia 76ers have promoted former NBA All-Star Jameer Nelson to Executive VP of Basketball Operations and signed assistant GM Prosper Karangwa to a multiyear extension.

(via /tw)