{
  "id": 19874002,
  "title": "76ers’ VJ Edgecombe Delivers Strong Message to Joel Embiid Amid Slow Start",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/76ers-vj-edgecombe-delivers-strong-message-to-joel-embiid-amid-slow",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-13T22:18:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nba/76ers-vj-edgecombe-delivers-strong-message-to-joel-embiid-amid-slow-start-12713742"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Joel Embiid has been struggling to score this season, averaging just 17.9 points per game in his first 11 NBA games. Despite his career-long habit of dominating the offense, the heavy lineup has made it difficult for him to find scoring opportunities. Embiid acknowledged that he needs to be more aggressive in making plays, either scoring or assisting others. After Thursday night's win against the Toronto Raptors, where Embiid scored 20 points, his teammate VJ Edgecombe offered some words of encouragement. Edgecombe reminded Embiid of his MVP status and reassured him that he hasn't lost a step. He emphasized that there's no one in the NBA who can guard him. Embiid, currently the third leading scorer on the 76ers, is starting to find his rhythm after needing some time to adjust to the new team dynamics. The 76ers are currently 10-3 at the start of the 2026-27 season.",
  "summary": "Joel Embiid is averaging a career-low 17.9 points per game through the first 11 games of his 2026-27 NBA campaign.",
  "key_points": [
    "Joel Embiid averaging 17.9 points per game in first 11 NBA games",
    "VJ Edgecombe reassures Embiid of his MVP status and guarding ability",
    "76ers start 2026-27 season 10-3"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}