Introduction to VJ Edgecombe’s NBA Debut
Just how impressive was the debut from the 76ers rookie? He’s outdoing LeBron and The Answer. It’s not often that it gets better for a Sixers player than beating the Celtics, in TD Garden, to open the season. But VJ Edgecombe got to experience that, plus make a whole mess of NBA history in his debut performance.
Breaking Records from the Start
Edgecombe’s first NBA point was scored on a made free throw, about 100 seconds into the game. He was far from finished in the opening 12 minutes. He played all but 44 seconds of the first quarter, scoring a game-high 14 points on 5-of-9 shooting (3-of-6 from 3 point range). It also earned him a place in the NBA record books. No one in league history had scored more points in the first quarter of an NBA debut. The previous record-holder? Some dude named LeBron James.
Comparison to NBA Legends
Speaking of LeBron, VJ played 42:12, an insane amount of minutes for anyone in this era of the NBA, and the most for any rookie debut since James played 42:50 way back in 2003. LeBron only finished his first game with 25 points. The next record was broken midway through the fourth quarter, on a midrange jumper. That gave Edgecombe 32 points, the most ever by a 76ers player in his NBA debut. The guy that used to have that award? Some Hall of Famer named Allen Iverson.
Record-Breaking Performance
He finished the game with 34 points. Not the NBA record for most in a debut, that belongs to – who else? – Wilt Chamberlain, with 43. Edgecombe will have to settle for third place, behind Wilt, and Frank Selvy, who dropped 35 for the Milwaukee Hawks back in 1954. He’ll have to settle for taking down his team’s most bitter rival in their hometown.
Conclusion
VJ Edgecombe’s NBA debut was nothing short of spectacular, breaking multiple records and making a statement in the league. His performance against the Celtics, one of the most iconic teams in the NBA, will be remembered for a long time. Edgecombe’s ability to score and play significant minutes in his first game is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport.
FAQs
Q: Who did VJ Edgecombe break the record for most points in the first quarter of an NBA debut from?
A: LeBron James.
Q: How many points did VJ Edgecombe score in his NBA debut?
A: 34 points.
Q: Who holds the NBA record for most points in a debut?
A: Wilt Chamberlain, with 43 points.
Q: What was the outcome of the game where VJ Edgecombe made his debut?
A: The 76ers won against the Celtics in TD Garden.
