Rookie Justin Edwards Shines in First Extended NBA Minutes

NEW YORK — The Philadelphia 76ers, navigating through a season plagued by injuries, turned to undrafted rookie Justin Edwards for extended minutes in their recent game against the Brooklyn Nets. Edwards, a product of Imhotep, seized the opportunity, scoring 11 points and grabbing five rebounds in 23 minutes of play.

With key wing players KJ Martin and Kelly Oubre Jr. sidelined due to injuries, coach Nick Nurse has been forced to experiment with his lineups. Edwards, who had previously only seen garbage time minutes, was thrust into a more significant role, even tasked with guarding Sacramento Kings star DeMar DeRozan earlier in the week.