Labaron Philon Jr. continues rookie preseason preparations

The 22nd overall pick projects as a backup point guard.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 49m1 min read

Labaron Philon Jr. 🗣️ https://t.co/gpLow4pHxg Via @sixers on X

What happened: Rookie guard Labaron Philon Jr. is participating in preseason preparations. The former Alabama standout is transitioning to the professional level ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.

Why it matters: Philadelphia selected Labaron Philon Jr. with the 22nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. He is expected to provide backcourt depth during his debut campaign.

What to watch: Preseason play continues ahead of the regular-season opener.

Sources

@sixers 2026-10-11T00:28:06.240720+00:00

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