Philadelphia 76ers profile prospect Zuby Ejiofor ahead of NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers are evaluating potential draft pick Zuby Ejiofor for the 2026 NBA draft, set for June 23. Ejiofor, a 6-foot-9, 245-pound big man from St. John's, has showcased impressive defensive skills with an average of 2.1 blocks per game in the 2025-26 season. While he has strong rebounding abilities, his shooting remains a work in progress, posting a 30.5% mark from deep. Ejiofor could fill a role as a backup for Joel Embiid to strengthen the Sixers' bench unit as they seek to build around current stars Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.
- •Ejiofor averaged 2.1 blocks in the 2025-26 season.
- •He recorded 2.7 offensive rebounds per game during his college career.
- •Ejiofor shot 30.5% from three-point range in 2025-26.
- •The 76ers have the No. 22 pick in the upcoming NBA draft.
- •The draft takes place on June 23.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NBA draft profiles: Philadelphia 76ers prospect Zuby Ejiofor
"Here is a look at potential Philadelphia 76ers prospect Zuby Ejiofor ahead of the 2026 NBA draft.
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