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Philadelphia 76ers win overtime against Indiana Pacers in NBA Summer League

In the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Indiana Pacers 100‑93 in overtime. Rookie guard Labaron Philon led the Sixers with 24 points, six assists and three rebounds, while second‑year forward Johni Broome added 23 points and 11 rebounds, including seven on the offensive glass.

The Pacers, who opened the tournament with a 99‑93 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, saw Nebraska forward Rienk Mast score a team‑high 16 points and pull down 11 rebounds. The Cavaliers featured recent draft pick Meleek Thomas in his first summer‑league appearance, and Costa‑Rican prospect Ian Martínez was noted as an emerging draft‑eligible player.

Among the spectators was former NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown, who was seen conversing with Sixers staff and players. The game highlighted the Sixers’ early‑season emphasis on improving athleticism, rebounding and three‑point shooting, as cited by coach Nick Nurse.