Nick Nurse confirms Labaron Philon Jr. rotation spot for Sixers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse stated that rookie guard Labaron Philon Jr. will be part of the rotation as they prepare for the 2026-27 season. Nurse expressed confidence in Philon's talent following a strong summer league performance and noted the need to establish backup roles for new team members, including Anfernee Simons. Philon, selected as the No. 22 pick in the draft, averaged 22.0 points and 5.0 assists during his final collegiate season at Alabama. Nurse plans to utilize Philon in a competitive second unit that also features Simons, Dominick Barlow, and Adem Bona. The Sixers aim to enhance their lineup as they pursue their first championship since 1983.
- •Labaron Philon Jr. will be included in the Sixers' rotation.
- •Nick Nurse highlighted Philon's strong summer league showing.
- •Philon was the No. 22 draft pick after a successful college season.
- •The Sixers' second unit will emphasize speed and athleticism.
- •Nurse's confidence suggests expectation for Philon to grow in his role.
- 4:11 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers' Nick Nurse offers hint at likely role for Labaron Philon Jr.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Sixers coach Nick Nurse makes rotation statement on Labaron Philon Jr.
"Labaron Philon Jr. is off to a strong start with the 76ers in summer league, and coach Nick Nurse can see the rookie playing a key role next season.
"Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse makes a rotation regarding rookie guard Labaron Philon Jr.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 4:11 PMSixers' Nick Nurse offers hint at likely role for Labaron Philon Jr.
Labaron Philon Jr. is off to a strong start with the 76ers in summer league, and coach Nick Nurse can see the rookie playing a key role next season.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 11:02 AMSixers coach Nick Nurse makes rotation statement on Labaron Philon Jr.
Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse makes a rotation regarding rookie guard Labaron Philon Jr.
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