As we close in on the start of 2015-2016 Philadelphia 76ers regular season, all eyes will be on the debut of rookie center Jahlil Okafor. Okafor’s debut will be amongst the highest anticipated in franchise history. For many former Sixers it took time, but for others they showed their potential right from the start. Let’s take a look at the top five rookie debuts in 76ers history.
Honorable Mention- Larry Hughes -Stat Line- 11 Points 9 Rebounds 1 Block 1 Steal
Many look at the Hughes pick in the ’98 Draft and instantly think of the Hall of Famers taken with the next two selections (Dirk Nowitzki and Paul Pierce), and rightfully so.