Sixers linked to Houston forward Chris Cenac Jr. in mock draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:06 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
In a recent mock draft, the Philadelphia 76ers are projected to select Chris Cenac Jr., a forward from the Houston Cougars. Cenac had a strong freshman season, averaging 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds. He excelled defensively, leading the Big 12 in defensive rating and rising in critical moments during the NCAA tournament. With Andre Drummond becoming a free agent, adding Cenac could enhance the Sixers' frontcourt depth. The NBA Draft is set for June 23.
- •Cenac averaged 10 points and 12.3 rebounds in the NCAA tournament.
- •He stands 6-foot-11 and offers defensive strength.
- •The draft takes place on June 23.
- •Drummond is set to become a free agent.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers tied to Big-12 forward in recent mock draft
"In a recent mock draft, the Sixers are slated to pick up a forward from the Houston Cougars.
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