Labaron Philon Jr. shines as Sixers fall to Rockets in summer league
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Houston Rockets 90-64 in summer league play on July 14. Labaron Philon Jr. led the Sixers with 17 points and four assists but received little offensive support as the team struggled with a 31% shooting percentage overall. Amani Lyles added 13 points, while other contributors underperformed. The Sixers aimed to evaluate their young talent this summer, with a focus on Philon’s promising performance despite the loss.
- •Sixers shot 31% overall and were 5-for-30 from three-point range.
- •Philon played well under pressure, showcasing his scoring ability.
- •Johni Broome struggled, scoring only two points and providing limited rebounding.
- •Amani Lyles contributed 13 points off the bench.
- •The game took place at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Player grades: Labaron Philon Jr., Sixers fall to Rockets in Vegas
"Labaron Philon Jr. and the Philadelphia 76ers fall to the Houston Rockets in the summer league on Tuesday night.
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