The Philadelphia 76ers entered the 2025–26 NBA season surrounded by questions, from health concerns around Joel Embiid and Paul George to uncertainty about how their young roster would gel after last year’s 24-win campaign. But just three games in, one thing is already crystal clear: this team is not the same as last year’s.

On Monday night, the 76ers captured their third straight win to open the season, defeating the Orlando Magic 136-124 without their two veteran stars. Instead, it was Tyrese Maxey and rookie VJ Edgecombe who once again took the reins and carried Philadelphia to victory. Maxey erupted for 43 points and eight assists on 15-of-32 shooting, while Edgecombe added 26 points and seven assists, solidifying what has quickly become one of the NBA’s most exciting young back

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