Edgecombe’s Shot in the Sixers’ New Era | Philadelphia 76ers News

The Sixers just added two All-Stars, sparking debate over rookie Markelle Favors’ role—but don’t count him out. With elite scorers now on the roster, defenses will be forced to double-team, leaving shooters like Favors wide open. He’s already committed to improving his three-point game and earning every opportunity through relentless work. Coming off a stellar rookie season averaging 16 points and 35% from deep, he’s proven he can thrive when trusted. With a full year as a starter under his belt and mentorship from seasoned bigs—and possibly LeBron James—Favors is primed for a breakout year where his shot becomes too tough to ignore. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6003a4426fec599e