While the Sixers are, obviously, not where they expected to be at this point in the season, the injuries have opened the door for undrafted rookie Justin Edwards to get an opportunity. After scoring 25 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday,
George (groin) will not play Saturday against the Pacers, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports. George missed practice Friday with an ankle issue, but now he's also dealing with left groin tightness. He was carrying a questionable tag before this update,
Multiple members of the Philadelphia 76ers give their thoughts on the play of undrafted rookie Justin Edwards.
In a theme that has become all too common this season, the Philadelphia 76ers found themselves vastly shorthanded in their game against the OKC Thunder Tuesday. With so many usual rotation players out of action,
With the Sixers' star trio of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George all out due to injuries, Justin Edwards stepped up and exceeded expectations against the NBA's best defensive team in the ...
But while the game itself was a wash, one bright spot emerged for Philadelphia: hometown kid Justin Edwards, who dropped 25 points on 9-of-16 shooting from
Tyrese Maxey and Paul George were late additions to the injury report for the 76ers' matchup with the Thunder.
The 76ers played the Suns to begin a three-game homestand. Joel Embiid was ruled out due to a left foot sprain.
Edwards is playing on a veteran-laden Sixers team with championship aspirations despite the current 14-20 record. He has the chance to learn from the likes of Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, Joel Embiid, Kelly Oubre Jr., and so many others who have been there, done that in this league. At this stage of his career, Edwards is all ears.
Kelly Oubre Jr. needs to score more, Justin Edwards' minutes Kelly Oubre Jr. must seize the moment. Justin Edwards deserves more minutes. And even though they were depleted, the Sixers have to do a better job of defending opposing guards.
George (groin) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks. This comes from the official injury report, so there's not many details to work with. George missed Friday's practice with an ankle issue and then was listed out for Saturday's game versus the Pacers with left groin tightness.