VJ Edgemcombe had arguably the best professional debut among the current crop of rookies, recording 34 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' win against the Boston Celtics. Fortunately for the Charlotte Hornets, several of their 2025 offseason acquisitions balled out, although in a different way, in their victory over the Brooklyn Nets.
The third overall pick made history on Wednesday by breaking Allen Iverson's franchise record for most points in a debut by six points. In addition, only Wilt Chamberlain (43 points in 1959) and Frank Selvy (35 points in 1954) scored more in their maiden appearance as an NBA rookie.