VJ Edgecombe joins Chiney Ogwumike to reflect on his breakout rookie season, his development alongside Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, and the pressure surrounding Philadelphia’s new-look roster.
VJ also shares his reaction to LeBron James joining the 76ers and the expectations on his new-look Sixers.
Then, Ramona Shelburne joins Chiney to break down how the 76ers’ star-studded roster fits together, what this season means for Joel Embiid, and why VJ could eventually become the face of the franchise.
Chiney and Ramona also examine the Kelsey Plum trade, what it means for the Phoenix Mercury and Los Angeles Sparks, and how the move could impact the 2027 WNBA Draft.
IN THIS EPISODE:
🏀 VJ’s breakout rookie season: The work behind his immediate impact in Philadelphia.
💥 Inside the poster dunk: VJ breaks down his favorite finish of the season.
🎯 His offseason focus: Why improving his shot is the next step.
👑 LeBron joins Philly: VJ reveals how he heard the news.
📚 Learning from the veterans: What he hopes to absorb from LeBron, Jaylen Brown, Maxey and Embiid.
🔥 Ready for the pressure: The expectations surrounding the new-look 76ers.
🇧🇸 Bahamian roots: How family and gratitude keep VJ grounded.
⭐ Philly’s future star: Ramona explains why VJ could become the face of the franchise.
🧩 Making the Sixers fit: How Philadelphia’s stars can share the floor.
🩺 The stakes for Embiid: Why this season could define the process.
🔄 The Kelsey Plum trade: What the deal means for Phoenix and Los Angeles.
🎰 The JuJu Watkins factor: How the 2027 draft could reshape the Sparks.
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-0:00 Intro
-0:46 VJ Edgecombe joins the show!
-3:17 The truth behind Tyrese Maxey hiding the pitch to get LeBron
-4:35 So how did VJ find out The King was coming to Philly?!
-5:14 VJ talks LeBron & Jaylen Brown joining the Sixers
-6:48 VJ gives his real expectation for this year’s Philly squad
-7:40 Bahamian roots leaves VJ with a unique outlook on life
-8:54 What makes VJ a special player?
-9:25 VJ talks about the importance of Adidas ABCD camp
-10:34 Something that people don’t know about VJ…
-11:19 Ramona Shelburne joins the show!
-12:20 How VJ has become the darling of Philly
-13:41 Will Jaylen Brown be at peace playing with ball dominant starters?
-18:58 What should we expect from Joel Embiid?
-20:44 LeBron will live in NYC instead of Philly?!
-24:28 Kelsey Plum going from the Sparks to the Mercury ahead of trade deadline
-27:44 Keep an eye on if LA can land Juju Watkins
-29:45 Kelsey Plum isn’t guaranteed to sign long-term
-33:07 A full rebuild can take place with the Sparks now
-35:49 Goodbye
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