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Jazz Edge Sixers 93-89 in Summer League Opener

Salt Lake City served as a rookie showcase ahead of the Las Vegas Summer League.

VJ Edgecombe #7 of the Baylor Bears reacts in the second round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament against the Duke Blue Devils at Lenovo Center on March 23, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Overview

  • Utah Jazz defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 93-89 in the Salt Lake City opener of the 2025 NBA Summer League.
  • No. 3 pick VJ Edgecombe led the Sixers with 28 points and four assists despite the loss in his professional debut.
  • No. 5 pick Ace Bailey managed only eight points on 3-of-13 shooting as he adjusted to Summer League competition.
  • Sixers coach T. J. DiLeo emphasized a fast-paced style and rotated Johni Broome and Adem Bona to test frontcourt versatility.
  • Both squads will head to Las Vegas for the next Summer League slate, using these opening performances to refine player roles.