Sixers rookie VJ Edgecombe shined in his NBA debut, and the Internet did not disappoint as fans reacted to his record-setting night.

BOSTON (AP) — VJ Edgecombe’s eyes widened and his head lolled back against his locker when he was told that he’d just scored more points than any player in his NBA debut since Wilt Chamberlain first laced up his canvas high-tops.

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Ace Bailey scored two points in limtied action in his NBA debut for the Utah Jazz. Bailey did make the highlight reel with his first NBA bucket, though, as he slammed in a dunk in the first half. Bailey did contribute in other areas, though, as he hauled in four rebounds and dished out two assists.

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