Philadelphia 76ers draft Labaron Philon Jr. as Jared McCain's replacement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:10 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers selected Labaron Philon Jr. from the University of Alabama with the 22nd pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Philon, a 6'3" guard, averaged 22 points and five assists per game in his sophomore season. This selection comes after the Sixers traded Jared McCain, who had struggled in his second year following an injury. Philon's shooting percentages show promise, with a 50.1% field goal rate and 39.9% from three-point range. His summer league appearances will be closely monitored as he adjusts to the NBA.
- •Philon averaged 22 points and five assists per game last season.
- •The Sixers traded away Jared McCain earlier this year.
- •McCain's performance dipped after a meniscus injury.
- •Philon's shooting stats are comparable to McCain's college numbers.
- •Philon will participate in the upcoming NBA Summer League.
- 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — Did the Sixers just find their Jared McCain replacement?
"With the 22nd pick in the NBA Draft, did the Sixers just fill the shoes left by Jared McCain?
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