Labaron Philon Jr. projected as first-round pick in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:11 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Labaron Philon Jr. is projected to be selected in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft scheduled for June 23 in Brooklyn. After a successful sophomore season with Alabama, where he averaged 22 points, 5 assists, and 3.5 rebounds, Philon now garners significant attention from NBA scouts. His performance contributed to Alabama reaching the Sweet 16. Current projections place him as the 17th to 19th overall pick, with specific sources indicating potential selections by Oklahoma City, Charlotte, and Toronto.
- •Philon named third team All-American in sophomore season.
- •Alabama reached Sweet 16 during Philon's tenure.
- •NBA Draft is set for June 23 in Brooklyn.
- •Projections range from 17th to 19th overall pick.
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 NBA draft projections for Alabama basketball, Labaron Philon Jr.
"Who's picking Labaron Philon? Here's the latest projections for the Alabama basketball star with the NBA Draft less than a week away.
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