Former Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. agreed to a contract and joined the Philadelphia 76ers Summer League roster.
Alex Reese, a former Sixers forward, sported a jersey number matching his mother’s birthday as a tribute.
Philadelphia started the pre‑season exhibition falling short to the Detroit Pistons.
Xavier alum Kywon Mitchell then led the Sixers to their first win.
NBA teams keep pursuing free‑agency deals and trade talks as the offseason progresses.
The club also reviewed several veteran options while eyeing rookies for future contracts.