The Sixers drafted the best player available in Labaron Philon Jr. with the 22nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and sometimes it's as simple as that.
Why the Sixers Made the Right Choice Drafting Labaron Philon Jr. With 22nd Pick
Philadelphia selected the best player available and it’s as simple as that.
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Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the twenty second pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. after he was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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