​LAS VEGAS — The Philadelphia 76ers carried on with their summer league schedule on Saturday, facing the Indiana Pacers in a game played in Las Vegas. The matchup offered another chance for Philadelphia to evaluate its younger talent as the team progresses through the summer in preparation for the 2026-27 season.
In a standout showing, the Sixers received a breakout performance from second-year big man Johni Broome, who totaled 23 points and 11 rebounds to fuel Philadelphia to a 100-93 overtime victory over the Pacers. Broome showed his prowess in the paint and delivered a strong offensive boost, helping the Sixers secure the win in the extra frame.
Rookie guard Labaron Philon Jr. contributed 24 points, three rebounds, and six assists, continuing to display his smooth ball-handling and scoring ability. Matt Rogers supplied a productive off-ball scoring punch off the bench, finishing with 17 points. Dante Maddox Jr. added 15 points, six rebounds, and three assists, while Saint Thomas posted eight points and seven rebounds, adding to Philadelphia’s balanced scoring effort.
Here are the postgame impressions and what stood out:
Philon’s game remains impressively smooth. He repeatedly found ways to penetrate Indiana’s defenses and create opportunities for himself, carving into the paint off the dribble and getting to his preferred spots. He rushed a few perimeter attempts and struggled to find rhythm with his three-point shooting at times, but Philon delivered another impactful performance. The scouting takeaway is clear: he has the potential to carve out a rotation role and be a reliable contributor. He competes with energy and tenacity, traits that will serve him well as the team continues to develop him and hand him more reps in anticipation of his first full NBA season. Philadelphia will prioritize continuing his development and giving him opportunities to grow in this environment.
Broome was urged to be aggressive on offense, and he answered by mixing his outside shooting with his interior game. He took advantage of open three-point looks within the offense and remained a sizable presence in the paint, providing consistent scoring in the third quarter and helping extend the Sixers’ lead against a stubborn Pacers squad. While he missed a few makeable baskets around the rim, his overall performance was strong, and he delivered when it mattered, knocking in a critical bucket in overtime after grabbing an offensive rebound.
Rogers stepped up for Philadelphia’s second unit, delivering an energizing performance off the bench. The 2025 Patriot League Tournament MVP from American University cooked early, scoring 11 points in the opening quarter on motion cuts and quick finishes around the basket. His ability to find scoring opportunities off movement without the ball helped ignite the offense, and he contributed with a few hard-to-contest jumpers as well. His strong start cooled as the game progressed, but the early impact helped set the tone for the game.
Maddox’s game carried a smooth, well-rounded offensive punch. He consistently found clean looks and demonstrated a well-rounded skill set that allowed him to contribute on both ends of the floor. Maddox showed they can drive, finish, and create for teammates, making him a promising option to earn additional opportunities as the summer continues. His performance suggested he could be in the mix for additional minutes and a potential role down the line.
Overall, the Sixers used this summer-league contest to gauge the growth of their younger players and to identify which pieces can contribute beyond the summer circuit. Broome’s physicality and scoring in the paint, Philon’s smooth scoring and playmaking, and Rogers’ early scoring burst off the bench all stood out as encouraging signs for Philadelphia as it builds toward meaningful development this season. The team will look to keep these players’ momentum going as they head into the remainder of the summer slate and toward a potential impactful rookie and sophomore-year contributions in the 2026-27 campaign.