Labaron Philon Jr. discusses new jersey number with 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:51 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Labaron Philon Jr., the 22nd overall pick, will wear No. 00 for the Philadelphia 76ers in the upcoming season. Previously, he switched numbers frequently, including No. 11 at Baker High School and No. 0 at Alabama. With No. 0 taken by Tyrese Maxey, Philon decided on No. 00, making history as the first to wear it since Reggie Jackson. He averaged 22 points during his last season in college and performed strongly in the NBA Summer League. The Sixers, who added LeBron James and Jaylen Brown in the offseason, see Philon potentially competing for rotation minutes in training camp.
- •Philon was a third-team All-American last season.
- •He averaged 22 points, five assists, and 3.5 rebounds in college.
- •The 76ers expect Philon to contend for minutes in training camp.
- •He has worn several numbers throughout his basketball career.
- 9:51 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers' Labaron Philon Jr. offers thoughts behind new jersey number
"Labaron Philon Jr. has worn a few jersey numbers throughout his career, and he will once again have a new look next season with the 76ers.
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