It is no secret that the Philadelphia 76ers' rebounding and ability to defend in the paint have been areas that continue to hinder their championship ambitions. Johni Broome -- the Sixers' 35th overall selection in the 2025 NBA Draft -- possesses all the physical attributes to become an elite interior defender, which will provide a huge sense of relief to the franchise's fanbase.
Philadelphia recorded the worst rebounding record in the entire league during their abysmal 2024-25 campaign, grabbing just 39.8 boards per game. With the limited availability of franchise star Joel Embiid and veteran Andre Drummond, the roster struggled to impose themselves defensively.