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Sixers Training Camp: Edgecombe on Fun, Not Pressure
VJ Edgecombe says his second NBA season will be fun, not pressure, as LeBron James starts practice with Sixers.
In brief
VJ Edgecombe says his second NBA season will be fun, not pressure, as LeBron James starts practice with Sixers. VJ Edgecombe, a 21-year-old Sixers player, expects fun rather than pressure ahead of the 2026-27 season, emphasizing his role as a defensive point-of-attack player. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
First practice begins
LeBron James and Jaylen Brown participated in their first official Sixers practice on Tuesday morning.
Media crowd swarms
Upwards of 50 media members swarmed the perimeter of the Sixers' Camden practice facility on Tuesday afternoon.
Simplified training camp
The Sixers opted to keep training camp simple after last year's Abu Dhabi flights, with Nick Nurse giving a 30-minute presentation before four days of practice.
Edgecombe on fun
VJ Edgecombe, a 21-year-old Sixers player, said his second NBA campaign will be fun, not pressure, despite increased attention.
Edgecombe's defensive role
Edgecombe wants to provide the Sixers with a defensive edge by being the team's primary point-of-attack defender.
Edgecombe's confidence
Edgecombe is not intimidated by LeBron James, having already challenged him during their first practice.
LeBron's professionalism
LeBron James was the first player in the building on Tuesday, showing his professionalism by warming up early.
James' versatility
LeBron James, described as the NBA's all-time leading scorer, can do everything, making his role unclear for the Sixers.
Nurse's role clarity
Nick Nurse said he will collaborate with stars to define roles over the next couple of weeks before narrowing them down.
Team defense focus
Anfernee Simons emphasized the need for collective buy-in on defense despite the team's offensive versatility.
Edgecombe's ambition
Edgecombe aims to be in top-tier shape to set the tone for the team defensively, starting most possessions.
James' departure
LeBron James left the practice facility on Tuesday after a helicopter departed from the facility.
Next steps
The Sixers will have a Blue x White Scrimmage on Saturday and a preseason opener against the New York Knicks on Monday.
The essence
VJ Edgecombe, a 21-year-old Sixers player, expects fun rather than pressure ahead of the 2026-27 season, emphasizing his role as a defensive point-of-attack player.
