The Sixers drafted VJ Edgecombe third overall, and after exciting everyone in the NBA Summer League, he's set his sights on a far loftier goal.

This year, the top three draftees only played in two games each during their summer league campaigns. Rather than risk injury in exhibition play, the Dallas Mav

Edgecombe (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's Summer League game against the Nets, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

He's expected to be part of what should be a talented backcourt, with Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain and Quentin Grimes—assuming he eventually re-signs with the team—also expected to have major roles in the 2025-26 campaign. Veterans Kyle Lowry and Eric Gordon could see minutes as well.

We had a brief taste of it against the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City, when the Sixers lost in the final minute, but Edgecombe balled out with 28 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and a steal, and also showed off some trash-talking chops. For a day or so, everything was golden and Summer League vibes were super high.

LAS VEGAS -- As the Philadelphia 76ers continue with the summer league, they hope to eventually bring back rookie VJ Edgecombe into the fold. The No. 3 overall pick of the 2025 NBA draft had a fantastic summer league debut on July 5 in Utah, but has since missed the last three games with a left thumb sprain.

The Sixers rookie earned some high praise after impressing in his Summer League debut, shortly after being selected with the 3rd overall pick