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Where does potential Sixers prospect Zuby Ejiofor rank on big board?

The Philadelphia 76ers will have plenty of options to peruse as they look to make the right selection in the 2026 NBA draft on Tuesday. They hold the No. 22 pick as they acquired the pick from the Oklahoma City Thunder, via the Houston Rockets, in the Jared McCain trade at the deadline.

The Sixers have reportedly brought in six prospects for workouts ahead of Tuesday night. One of those prospects includes St. John's big man Zuby Ejiofor. Standing at 6-foot-9, Ejiofor was the 2026 Big East Player of the Year after averaging 16.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3.5 assists, and will be looking to now bring that type of talent and production to the NBA, and possibly, the Sixers.

John Hollinger of The Athletic has Ejiofor ranked 29th on his draft big board of the top 75 players:

Offensively, Ejiofor emerged as a playmaker for others in 2025-26, with an impressive 6.7 assists per 100 possessions. I’m always a sucker for bigger players who can pass, and I think Ejiofor’s widebody screens and distribution will make him a great fit operating out of the elbows.

Ejiofor is a 70.9 percent career foul shooter and only made 31 3s in four college seasons, but watching him before games, I don’t think his shot is broken; getting him to the point where he makes one-third from distance doesn’t seem daunting.

His biggest skill, however, is that he plays so hard, chasing offensive boards and loose balls and fighting on every play on defense. He’s a role player, but he knows it.

That last sentence is important. The fact that Ejiofor knows his role is so important as he begins his NBA career. There are plenty of players who come in and believe they should be featured right away. That type of confidence is important, but it's important to know roles in the league and continue to earn spots in the NBA. If he's there at 22, the Sixers should certainly consider him as a legitimate option.

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