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.

Despite a good game from Paul George and a huge second half from Tyrese Maxey, the Sixers dropped their fourth straight game.

Edwards dropped 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt), five rebounds and an assist during 23 minutes of action in the 123-94 win over the Nets on Saturday. With his team leading by double-digits for the ...