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Philadelphia 76ers prepare for 2026 NBA Draft with 22nd pick

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:31 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Philadelphia 76ers prepare for 2026 NBA Draft with 22nd pick

Summary

The 2026 NBA Draft will take place on June 25 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The Philadelphia 76ers hold the 22nd overall pick, acquired from the Oklahoma City Thunder. Following a playoff run that ended with a second-round sweep, the team now faces decisions on whether to address immediate needs or focus on future development. Several promising players are projected to be available at their pick, including Allen Graves and Joshua Jefferson.

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Key Details

•2026 NBA Draft set for June 25, first round at 8 p.m. ET
•76ers acquired the 22nd pick from Oklahoma City Thunder
•Philadelphia was swept in the second round by the Knicks
•Potential draft targets include Allen Graves and Joshua Jefferson
•Experts describe the draft class as deep and promising

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What they're saying

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Unlike last year, the 76ers will have to wait to make their selection in the 2026 NBA Draft. Here's who the Sixers might take a pick No. 22.
— Yahoo Sports