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76err rookie VJ Edgecombe makes NBA history in debut
Rookie guard V.J. Edgecombe, the No. 3 pick in June’s NBA draft out of Baylor University, started his pro career with a bang. He scored 14 points in the first quarter, giving him the highest-scoring first quarter a player has ever had in his league debut.

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Joe Mazzulla, Celtics give praise to Sixers rookie VJ Edgecombe
What the Celtics said about Sixers rookie VJ Edgecombe’s historic debut
VJ Edgecombe makes history in debut as 76ers rally to beat Celtics
Tyrese Maxey tossed in a game-high 40 points and rookie VJ Edgecombe got off to a historic start with 34 to lead the visiting Philadelphia 76ers to a 117-116 victory over the Boston Celtics on Wednes...

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VJ Edgecombe has historic debut in 76ers’ opener in Boston
Sixers head coach Nick Nurse praises V.J. Edgecombe's historic NBA debut: "That's an amazing first-game performance"
VJ Edgecombe Makes NBA History and Reacts to Breaking LeBron's Record in 76ers Debut
Edgecombe also reacted to breaking LeBron James' 2003 record for most points scored by a player in their first quarter as he dropped 14 in the first quarter: "It feels good to have my name mentioned ...

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76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe scores 34 points in opener, most in NBA debut since Wilt Chamberlain
Edgecombe's 34 points most in debut since Wilt as Sixers win

76ers' Nick Nurse, Tyrese Maxey evaluate Joel Embiid's return vs. Celtics

Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse and star guard Tyrese Maxey evaluate Joel Embiid in his return against the Boston Celtics.

Final Injury Report for 76ers-Celtics, Will Paul George, Jaylen Brown Play?

Both the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics may be without some key players during Wednesday night's matchup, including two stars.

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown gets real on Boston giving away 76ers game

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown acknowledged their mistakes after losing to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday.
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Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown cleared to play for season opener vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Although initially questionable due to hamstring tightness, Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown will play against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Revisiting Joel Embiid’s Top Celtics Quotes Ahead of 76ers’ Opener

When it comes to the Philadelphia 76ers’ rivalry with the Boston Celtics, Joel Embiid understands the assignment. The veteran center knows how his fans feel abo

Maxey, Edgecombe Key 76ers' Win vs. Celtics Without Tatum as Embiid Disappoints Fans

Joel Embiid struggled to find his rhythm in the Philadelphia 76ers' season-opening 117–116 win over the Boston Celtics, shooting just 1-of-9 from the field for four points.
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Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics: Stream, lineups, injury reports, broadcast (10/22)

Celtics basketball is back with the start of the 2025-26 regular season arriving at TD Garden as Boston faces the 76ers.

Neemias Queta was a bright spot for Celtics in season-opening loss to 76ers

Neemias Queta alleviated some concerns with the Celtics frontcourt with a strong night in the team's season-opening loss to the 76ers​ Wednesday night.
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