Philadelphia 76ers revisit Evan Turner selection at No. 2 in 2010 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
As the NBA draft approaches, the Philadelphia 76ers reflect on their history with selections, particularly Evan Turner, chosen second overall in 2010. Turner, a standout from Ohio State, was the AP Player of the Year and contributed significantly during his tenure. In his rookie year, he averaged 7.2 points, helping the Sixers reach the playoffs. He later played a key role in the team's surprising playoff run in 2012, averaging over 11 points during that postseason. Turner played with several teams after the Sixers, wrapping up his career with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
- •Evan Turner selected second overall in the 2010 NBA Draft.
- •Turner averaged 20.4 points in his junior season at Ohio State.
- •He helped the 76ers reach the playoffs in his rookie season.
- •Turner averaged 11.2 points in the 2012 playoffs.
- •He was traded to the Indiana Pacers during the 2013-14 season.
- 7:03 PMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia 76ers draft rewind: Selecting Evan Turner No. 2 in 2010
"The Philadelphia 76ers selected Evan Turner with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2010 NBA draft.
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