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Wolves coach Chris Finch gives thoughts on Sixers rookie VJ Edgecombe

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Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch gives his thoughts on the play of Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe.

PHILADELPHIA -- It's obvious that Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe is no ordinary rookie. The No. 3 overall pick has made a big impact on the floor without scoring the ball on a nightly basis and is continuing to be a big part of a team that has championship aspirations.

On the season, Edgecombe is averaging 16. 0 points, 5. 5 rebounds, and 4.

1 assists in 70 games thus far and has impressed everybody he has come across. Not only has he put up big scoring numbers, but he has also been consistently finding ways to contribute in a positive way and giving the Sixers a young player they can produce in different areas. Before Friday's contest with the Minnesota Timberwolves, coach Chris Finch was asked about Edgecombe and gave his thoughts on the 20 year old rookie.

"I like his fearlessness," Finch started. "He seems to be kind of unaffected by his first year in the league. He feels like heโ€™s been here for a couple years already.