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Sixers draft history: Larry Hughes selected with No. 8 pick in 1998

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With the NBA draft right around the corner, now is the time to look at some past drafts and see what the Philadelphia 76ers have done in their history. The Sixers have selected some big-time players in the past who have become an important part of the fabric of the franchise's history.

This next edition focuses on the 1998 draft. After a 31-51 record, the Sixers landed the No. 8 pick in the draft. There were plenty of options for the franchise to choose from and they decided to go with Larry Hughes out of Saint Louis.