Justin Edwards and Adem Bona surfaced as hidden gems throughout the Philadelphia 76ers’ chaotic 2024-25 season – giving fans reason to watch a tanking team. One year later, those same fans are questioning whether the tandem should be in the rotation.
Edwards and Bona are off to underwhelming starts to the 2025-26 season after displaying convincing flashes in their first years. The duo had more freedom during the 76ers’ tank, but with Philadelphia close to full health, they have struggled to figure out their respective roles.
Inside Edwards’ slump
Fans and media alike expected Edwards to be a pivotal part of the rotation, but he’s averaging 14.