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Philadelphia 76ers re-draft 2009 NBA draft selections, consider Ty Lawson

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Philadelphia 76ers re-draft 2009 NBA draft selections, consider Ty Lawson

Summary

A re-draft of the Philadelphia 76ers' 2009 NBA draft selections suggests a different choice at No. 17. Instead of selecting Jrue Holiday, HoopsHype indicates that Ty Lawson should have been picked. Holiday, an All-Star in 2013, was later traded to the New Orleans Pelicans for the No. 6 pick, which became Nerlens Noel. Lawson's career peaked with averages of 16.4 points and 8.0 assists during a four-year span before he struggled and continued his career overseas. The 76ers are reviewed in the context of their historic draft decisions.

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By the Numbers

•The 76ers selected Jrue Holiday with the 17th pick in 2009.
•HoopsHype proposes Ty Lawson as a better fit at No. 17.
•Holiday became an All-Star before being traded to New Orleans.
•Lawson averaged 12.7 points and 6.0 assists over his NBA career.
•The analysis revisits historical decisions affecting the franchise.

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