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Sixers Weigh NBA Draft Options at No. 3: Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, or Someone Else? Wizards Hope Bailey Falls to Them.
PHILADELPHIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, JUN 22 – Ace Bailey has canceled workouts expressing disinterest while VJ Edgecombe impressed the Sixers with his maturity and defense, complicating the decision for the third overall pick.
- The Philadelphia 76ers hold the third overall pick in Wednesday night’s 2025 NBA Draft, deciding between prospects Ace Bailey and VJ Edgecombe.
- Bailey canceled his scheduled workout with the Sixers last week after the team declined to guarantee selecting him third overall, prompting criticism.
- Edgecombe completed a workout he called successful with the Sixers and impressed team officials, while Bailey remains focused despite concerns about his handle and decision-making.
- Bailey, 18, who averaged 17.6 points at Rutgers, expressed gratitude for his current opportunities during a Tuesday visit to New York, while Edgecombe remarked that he believes he can complement his teammates well.
- The Sixers may consider trading down or selecting Edgecombe as the Wizards reportedly target Bailey at sixth overall, indicating multiple strategic draft possibilities.
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76ers take Baylor's VJ Edgecombe with No. 3 pick in the NBA draft
The Philadelphia 76ers have selected Baylor’s VJ Edgecombe with the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA draft. The 6-4 Edgecombe boasts explosive athleticism. Team president Daryl Morey said he would spend the summer trying make the roster younger, more…
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Sixers weigh NBA draft options at No. 3: Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, or someone else? Wizards hope Bailey falls to them.
NEW YORK — The Philadelphia 76ers head into the opening night of the NBA draft with a variety of options.
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