Kentavious Caldwell-Pope gives props to ‘workaholic’ 76ers rookie guard
While headline-grabbing veterans like LeBron James, Jaylen Brown , plus the returning stars like Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe, routinely draw all of the attention when it comes to the Philadelphia 76ers, the team has players all over the roster with unique stories and interesting upsides heading into a pivotal 2026-27 season. One […] The post Kentavious Caldwell-Pope gives props to…
As the Philadelphia 76ers prepare for a crucial 2026-27 season, attention often focuses on star players like LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe. However, the team also boasts a roster filled with players possessing unique stories and promising potential, such as Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (KCP) and the 20-year-old rookie point guard Labaron Philon Jr., who was drafted first by GM Mike Gansey.
During an interview with reporters, KCP commended Philon Jr.'s exceptional work ethic, describing him as a "workaholic" who excels at listening to and implementing advice from veterans. Initially drafted as a bench extra ballhandler, Philon Jr. has been thrust into a more prominent role, backing up Maxey and James, who are likely to assume significant point guard responsibilities.
In preseason games, Philon Jr. has shown encouraging results, averaging 8.6 points and 4.3 assists per game in 23.6 minutes of action. Should he improve his three-point shooting and defensive skills, there is potential for Philon Jr. to carve out a role on the 76ers alongside the likes of James, Maxey, and KCP.
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