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Labaron Philon plays pickup games with Sixers teammates at UCLA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:19 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Labaron Philon plays pickup games with Sixers teammates at UCLA
Summary

Philadelphia 76ers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. participated in a pickup game organized by assistant coach Rico Hines at UCLA on August 10. Philon joined teammates Dominick Barlow, Adem Bona, VJ Edgecombe, and Caleb Love against players including Boston Celtics center Luka Garza. This offseason, Philon aims to secure a role on a Sixers team bolstered by the additions of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. He previously showcased his skills during the NBA Summer League, where he averaged 18.5 points in four games.

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By the Numbers
  • •Philon was the 22nd pick in the 2026 NBA draft
  • •He averaged 22 points and 5 assists at Alabama last season
  • •The Sixers have added LeBron James and Jaylen Brown this offseason
  • •Philon averaged 18.5 points in the NBA Summer League
Latest Updates
  • 8:13 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. impresses in Rico Hines Runs
  • 4:19 PMYahoo Sports — Labaron Philon joins multiple Sixers teammates at UCLA pickup games
What they're saying
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Sixers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. was among the players who participated in a pickup game organized by assistant Rico Hines in Southern California.

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Philadelphia 76ers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. had some impressive moments in the Rico Hines Runs at UCLA.

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