Sixers' Edgecombe's Status Uncertain, Maxey's Role in Jazz Game

0:00It's March 4th. Here's your NBA news in two minutes. Subscribe to Stay Locked in All Season. The Philadelphia Sixers took a tough loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, falling 1-31-91 without stars Joel Embed and Paul George. Rookie standout Vijay Edgecomb fell lower back soreness late in the first half and sat out the rest of the game. Coach Nick Nurse gave no update on Edgecomb after the blowout, saying he'll get checked and news will come soon. He leaves his status up in the air for Wednesday's match-up against the Utah Jazz. Edgecomb has been a bright spot this season, putting up 15.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.5 steals per game over 56 outings. His clutch scoring and strong defense make him hard to replace, especially on the wing. With Embed ruled out for Wednesday, Georgia's suspension lasting weeks, and Kelly Uvery Jr. sideline by illness, the Sixers shifted Quentin Grimes to the starting lineup already.

1:01If Edgecomb misses time, options like Justin Edwards or Dominic Barlow could step up at Ford. The Jazz aren't pushing for wins down the stretch, so Tyrese Maxie could carry them to a victory, but prolonged absences might push the shorthanded Sixers toward the play internament. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. It looks like a pillow, it sounds like headphones, built for comfort, and sound, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.