Overview

• Eric Gordon, who has mentored Edgecombe since their time with the Bahamian national team, said improving his three-point shot will open driving lanes.
• Edgecombe said he is being overlooked as a facilitator and believes he can set up teammates more than expected.
• In his second preseason game, observers noted he looked more comfortable but shot 3-of-9 from the field and 1-of-4 from three.
• The 20-year-old was drafted third overall after averaging 15.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.1 steals in one season at Baylor.
• Coverage projects he could start under coach Nick Nurse, while Philadelphia’s regular season opens Oct. 22 against Boston and the preseason continues Friday versus Orlando.