Sixers select Labaron Philon from Alabama with No. 22 pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 2:39 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers selected guard Labaron Philon from Alabama with the No. 22 pick in the 2026 NBA draft. Philon, who averaged 22.0 points, 5.0 assists, and 3.5 rebounds in college, is expected to serve as a backup to Tyrese Maxey. The Sixers' new President of Basketball Operations, Mike Gansey, made this pick as part of their offseason strategy. Philadelphia aims to enhance their roster in preparation for the upcoming season and free agency begins on June 30.
- •Philon averaged 50.1% shooting and 39.9% from three-point range.
- •He is viewed as a strong scoring option for the second unit.
- •Mike Gansey is leading the Sixers' front office changes.
- •Free agency opens June 30 for the Sixers.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Sixers select Alabama guard Labaron Philon with No. 22 overall pick
"The Philadelphia 76ers officially select Alabama guard Labaron Philon with the No. 22 pick in the 2026 NBA draft.
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