The best part about any NBA rookie class is the hope it inspires. Every fresh face has a shot to someday be etched on his team's Mount Rushmore.

Edgecombe, the No. 3 overall selection in the 2025 Draft, starred in his NBA debut. Playing against No. 5 pick Ace Bailey, the Baylor product put up 28 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and a steal. The 19-year-old wing could be a big part of Philadelphia's rotation this season as the team hunts for another playoff berth.

Saturday tipped off NBA summer action as the California Classic and Salt Lake City Summer League both delivered doubleheaders. With a 20-point pairing from the Grizzlies and VJ Edgecombe (No. 3 overall) going head-to-head with Ace Bailey (No. 5), here’s a sampling of the top individual performers: