VJ Edgecombe could become the first Philadelphia 76ers player to wear No. 77. The Sixers shared a video on Thursday of the No. 3 pick of the 2025 NBA draft signing a photograph with his new number. No previous players have worn No. 77 for the Sixers franchise, according to Basketball Reference.

VJ Edgecombe endured hardship long before his NBA dream became a reality. During an emotional interview on draft night, he reflected on living without electricity.

In recent weeks, it started to feel more and more likely that the Sixers would take VJ Edgecombe with their third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. And as the big night arrived, there were no first-round trades or last-minute dramas for the Sixers.