The 76ers are quite interested in Baylor University’s rising star. Maybe he is a strong contender for Tanhuaz?

According to the news from The SteinLine reporter Jake Fischer, the big wing star VJ Edgecombe from Baylor University is the strong candidate for the Philadelphia 76ers' third pick in the first round in this year's NBA Draft.

Jake Fischer said: It is understood that Edgecombe impressed the 76ers uniform team with his diligent attitude, outstanding personal charm and outstanding performance in the interview. He had dinner with the 76ers general manager and some senior executives of the team. According to sources, even the team's backcourt core Tyrese Maxey made a special trip to participate in the meeting. Other sources said that the Sixers were very interested in the explosive power and potential Edgecom showed on the offensive end, as well as the support he might bring to the team's All-Star guard Maxi on the defensive end.

Edgecombe, from the Bahamas, was born in July 2005 and is not yet 19 years old. According to data from the previous joint trial physical test, Edgecombe's bare foot height is 193cm, his wingspan is 201.9cm, his standing height is 257.8cm, and his weight is 87.6kg. In the NCAA game this season, Edgecom has made a total of 33 appearances, averaging 32.8 minutes per game, with 15 points, 5.6 rebounds (2 frontcourt rebounds), 3.2 assists, 2.1 steals and 0.6 blocks, 1.9 turnovers and 2.5 fouls, shooting percentage of 43.6% (5/11.5), three-point shooting percentage of 34% (1.6/4.6), and free throw shooting percentage of 78.2% (3.4/4.3). Edgecombe's performance this season has been widely recognized. He was successfully elected and was elected the Big 12 League Best Rookie, and was also successfully shortlisted for the Big 12 League All-Team Second Team and the Big 12 League All-Rookie Team this season.

Edgecombe's current draft market should be in the top 5 picks, and he should not be likely to be selected in the top 2 picks. In other words, the Sixers' choice will also determine Edgecom's final draft pick. Edgecombe's overall performance this season is indeed worthy of recognition. He has shown great talent and potential on both offense and defense, and he has the opportunity to grow into an all-round player with both offense and defense. On the other hand, Edgecombe's physical talent and athletic ability are quite outstanding, which also determines that he may have a high upper limit. Edgecom is indeed an ideal candidate for the 76ers, but his functions and position are actually somewhat coincidental with Quentin Grimes, who is about to become a free agent, and the 76ers also need to strengthen their forward position. In this case, would they really choose Edgecombe?