While VJ Edgecombe is one of the top dunkers in the Association, the 76ers rookie sensation doesn't want to prove it in the Slam Dunk Contest

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe gives a blunt response when asked about joining the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.

VJ Edgecombe rocked the basketball with his right hand and posterized a Pacer with a dunk that would have made Dr. J proud, a dunk that capped the highlight reel of the short NBA career for the No. 3 pick out of Baylor.

Edgecombe is the latest player to show a di slike for the competition. This is a bad sign for the Dunk Contest because a young rookie like Edgecombe is showing apathy towards it, which could mean the more experienced players feel the same.

VJ Edgecombe just added another dunk to the highlight reel by posterizing Tony Bradley during the 76ers vs. Pacers matchup.

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