22. Philadelphia 76ers (via Houston) - Labaron Philon
- 2025-26 stats (Alabama): 22 ppg and 5.0 apg
Biggest thing that stands out to me about Labaron Philon during his collegiate career:
— Ky Carlin (@Ky_Carlin) June 24, 2026
2024-25: 31.5% 3FG on 3.4 attempts
2025-26: 39.9% 3FG on 6.2 attempts
He doubled his 3-point volume and raised his percentage by a big margin. #Sixers
An argument can be made that the 76ers needed more frontcourt depth. But Philon was viewed as a potential lottery pick throughout the process. Getting him at 12 and adding perimeter depth, replacing Jared McCain, who they traded during the season, is perfectly fine at this point in the round.
Grade: A
23. Atlanta Hawks (via Cleveland) - Zuby Ejiofor
- 2025-26 stats (St. John’s): 16.3 ppg and 7.3 rpg
The Hawks were likely getting a big man with their second pick in the draft, and there were several options. They went with the former Big East Defensive Player of the Year and interior threats in Ejiofor. He may be smaller than most centers, but that should be fine in the Eastern Conference, giving them the needed depth.
Grade: A-
24. Los Angeles Lakers (via New York Knicks) - Cameron Carr
- 2025-26 stats (Baylor): 18.9 ppg and 5.8 rpg
Carr is a proven self-creator and adds depth for the Lakers, possibly as insurance in case Austin Reaves leaves via free agency. But there were still centers available, and the Lakers opted to move up to take another guard, one who won’t have the ball much in his hands.
Grade: B-Â
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