Overview

• Edgecombe is nearing completion of thumb rehab and is expected to return Tuesday against the Wizards after his 28-point, 10-rebound Salt Lake City debut.
• McCain remains sidelined rehabbing a torn meniscus but continues to strengthen team culture by engaging with teammates on and off the court.
• The Summer Sixers have dropped back-to-back Las Vegas games, including a 96-94 loss to the Hornets and an earlier blowout defeat to the Spurs.
• Head coach Nick Nurse lauded Edgecombe’s defensive playmaking and athleticism, highlighting rare wing shot-blocking and full-court energy.
• With the top draft picks out of action, prospects like Johni Broome, Judah Mintz and Dominick Barlow have seen increased minutes for deeper evaluation.