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Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon (0) reacts during a practice session ahead of the Midwest regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

From the moment his face broke in jubilation as the Sixers came calling at the 22nd overall pick, Labaron Philon Jr. had big shoes to fill.

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Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon Jr. (0) looks on after a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the Michigan Wolverines at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Some 900 miles away in Knoxville, Tennessee, Mike Gansey, then an executive for the Cleveland Cavaliers, is taking in a thriller between Alabama and Tennessee.

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the twenty second pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. after he was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Sixers drafted the best player available in Labaron Philon Jr. with the 22nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and sometimes it's as simple as that.

Mar 21, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Texas Longhorns forward Dailyn Swain (3) dunks against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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The Sixers have a chance to upgrade at any position come the 2026 NBA Draft, holding the 22nd overall pick.

Mar 26, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Texas Longhorns forward Dailyn Swain (3) dribbles the ball against the Purdue Boilermakers in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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The Sixers' options are plentiful with the 22nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft as Dailyn Swain and Chris Cenac Jr. are becoming more linked to them.

Jan 27, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) celebrates with guard Tyrese Maxey (0) after their alley oop dunk connection against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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The Sixers' offseason focus should be adding more all-around depth and there are ways to do so.

May 4, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) reacts during the first quarter of game one of the eastern conference semifinal round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Maybe, just maybe, the answer is to push harder.

Apr 6, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) celebrates after defeating the Connecticut Huskies in the national championship of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

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There are quite a few “fountains” available in this year’s draft class for Mike Gansey and the Sixers to get their hands on.

Jameer Nelson talks to media after being named the Sixers' executive vice president of basketball operations.

That is not a knock on the Chester native. Rather, it tells you who he is.

Oct 23, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Bob Myers on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre Jr. are both no locks to return to the Sixers next season if Bob Myers is to be believed.

Nick Nurse and Mike Gansey pose for a photo at Gansey's introductory press conference with the Sixers

Last week, we detailed the most pressing topics new President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey would have to address at his introductory press conference.

Josh Harris, Mike Gansey and Bob Myers pose for photos at Gansey's introductory press conference with the Sixers

It takes a player to know a player. Myers wanted one sitting on the Sixers' throne.

May 10, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on against the New York Knicks in the second quarter during game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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Multiple members of the Sixers' revamped front office were honest about how close they are to championship contention right now.

Mike Gansey at his introductory press conference with the Sixers

79 seconds into his reign as the Sixers' president of basketball operations, Mike Gansey was ready to face the music.

Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5) reacts against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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Mike Gansey wants "guys that want to be in Philly," which suggests Quentin Grimes might not be long for the Sixers.

Jun 21, 2018; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Mikal Bridges (Villanova) greets NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the number ten overall pick to the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the 2018 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Two players the Sixers initially selected in the 2018 NBA Draft are now playing vital roles for the New York Knicks in the 2026 NBA Finals.

May 10, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view before the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery at Navy Pier. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Whichever direction Gansey's front office goes, there are real ramifications to what will ostensibly be his first decision as the steward in Philadelphia.

Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) against the Phoenix Suns during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Thunder may cut costs in the offseason, opening the door for the Sixers to potentially nab one of their rotational players.

Mike Gansey ostensibly will be introduced at the Sixers' facilities some time soon.

Mar 3, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Sportscaster Bob Costas before a game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the San Antonio Spurs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Bob Costas feels Julius Erving's impact on basketball has gotten lost in translation amongst younger NBA fans.

Apr 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili (54) runs up court after makes a three point basket during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

The best way to get better while also not compromising the future is to leverage the league-provisioned resources to add free agents.

Oct 31, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr (9) reacts with guard Quentin Grimes (5) against the Boston Celtics in the fourth quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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The Sixers' new President of Basketball Operations, Mike Gansey, may have to choose between Kelly Oubre Jr. and Quentin Grimes.

The Sixers front office will shake things up amidst the hiring of Mike Gansey as President of Basketball Operations.

May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie (30) and teammates celebrate with the Oscar Robertson trophy after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder in game seven of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Former Sixer Julian Champagnie's 20-point outing in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals exposed Philadelphia's short-sightedness in keeping young talent.

Apr 28, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5) and guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (9) react after a play against the Boston Celtics in the second half during game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

The Sixers shouldn't be passive players in free agency this time around.

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