What happened: The Philadelphia 76ers selected Labaron Philon Jr., a 6-foot-3 guard out of Alabama, with the No. 22 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, a selection acquired via Houston. The team rolled out the pick on its live draft broadcast.

Why it matters: A first-round backcourt addition gives Philadelphia a young guard to develop as it shapes its rotation heading into the 2026-27 season. Landing a rotation-caliber prospect in the early 20s adds cost-controlled depth to the roster.

What to watch: Watch how Philon is deployed in Summer League and where he fits in the guard rotation by training camp.