As the Philadelphia 76ers find themselves in the thick of a playoff battle in the Eastern Conference, just 1.5 games shy of securing that coveted No. 6 seed, the excitement is palpable. The Sixers have a real shot at making a deep postseason run, provided they stay healthy and keep their star players on the court.
But while the present is thrilling, it’s never too early to cast an eye toward the future. The Sixers have a first-round pick courtesy of the Houston Rockets, thanks to the Jared McCain trade at the deadline. This pick presents an opportunity to inject fresh talent into their roster.
Enter Baylor guard Cameron Carr, a name that’s been buzzing in mock drafts. According to USA Today’s Bryan Kalbrosky, the Sixers could snag Carr at No. 22 overall.
Carr, a junior at Baylor, has seen his draft stock soar this season. Known for his explosive dunks and sharp shooting from beyond the arc, he’s the only player this season to notch over 40 dunks and 50 three-pointers, per Bart Torvik.
Carr’s impact on the court is undeniable. Baylor has outscored opponents by an impressive 28.5 points per 100 possessions when he’s playing, a stat that ranks him fourth among high-major NCAA players, according to CBB Analytics.
This season, Carr averaged 19.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists, while shooting a solid 39.4% from three-point range. His journey to Baylor came after two seasons at Tennessee, and his growth has been remarkable. If he’s still available when the Sixers are on the clock, taking a chance on Carr could be a savvy move for the franchise.