When the Sixers eventually do get healthy again, one has to wonder if Edwards has done enough to earn a role for them. "Yeah, I do," Nurse said if he sees a future role for Edward

Ahead of yet another Sixers back-to-back — they will host the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night without Joel Embiid, Paul George and several others before welcoming the Sacramento Kings to town on Wednesday night — let's get into this week's Sixers mailbag, with questions centered around the team's young depth.

Edwards, 21, often keeps his responses short and sweet. But after nearly swinging a nationally-televised playoff rematch against the New York Knicks in the Sixers' direction on Wednesday night, he provided a telling glimpse into his mental journey over the last few months.

A slew of injuries to so many key pieces has left the Sixers relying on players that they normally wouldn't when considering the veterans on the roster. With that being said, the youngsters have stepped up when their number is called.

Justin Edwards threw down Adem Bona's miss in the 2nd quarter against the Bulls on Saturday night.Justin Edwards cleans up Bona's miss, lets Jalen Smith know about it originally appeared on NBC Sports

Edwards will enter the starting lineup in Tuesday's game against the Lakers. With Paul George (finger) on the shelf, Edwards will receive the starting nod. The two-way forward has appeared in eight consecutive contests off the bench for Philadelphia,

Edwards finished with three points (1-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three steals and two rebounds over 29 minutes during Saturday's 109-97 victory over Chicago.

With that being said, the youngsters have stepped up when their number is called. Undrafted rookie Justin Edwards, for example, is making a name for himself as he has played well when his number ...

Then, there's undrafted rookie Justin Edwards who has started two games in a row with the Sixers missing Paul George. Coach Nick Nurse has put his trust in the young man and he has stepped in to produce at a high level. His basketball IQ has, especially, stood out.

If the Sixers don’t leave themselves with an open roster spot after the trade deadline, Edwards will have to play out the remainder of the season on his two-way deal. He’d then become a restricted free agent this offseason, which would give the Sixers the ability to match any offer sheet he signs with another team.

Here are the three biggest takeaways for the Philadelphia 76ers following their home win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday.

The Columbus County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism recognized Gail Edwards and Rhonda Bullard-Dutton with awards during the organization’s annual meeting Tuesday at Vineland Station.