Edgecombe was one of the top true freshman performers among college basketball this season, averaging 15 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.1 steals per game while shooting 44% overall.

Edgecombe, 19, is known for his ability to zoom around the floor and rise above the rim. He posted 15.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.1 steals and 0.6 blocks per game in his one college season.

VJ Edgecombe stands with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the third pick by the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center June 25, 2025.

NEW YORK — The Philadelphia 76ers selected Baylor freshman guard VJ Edgecombe with the third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday night.. The 19-year-old Edgecombe had an outstanding ...

Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Baylor Bears guard VJ Edgecombe (7) celebrates during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Lenovo Center.

VJ Edgecombe, the former Baylor wing who appears likely to land in the top five of the NBA draft, had "an excellent interview" with the Charlotte Hornets, according to Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports.