US EditionLabaron Philon withdraws name from 2025 NBA Draft, returning to Alabama
- Labaron Philon has decided to withdraw from the 2025 NBA Draft and continue playing for Alabama as a sophomore.
- Philon initially declared for the draft two weeks earlier, intending to forfeit his college eligibility and go pro.
- Philon averaged 10.6 points per game as a freshman, played 37 games, and was a projected late first or early second-round pick.
- Shortly before the 11:59 pm deadline to withdraw from the draft, Labaron Philon's decision to return to Alabama was made public by the Crimson Tide's NIL group, allowing him to focus on boosting his draft position and pursue NIL income.
- Philon's return boosts Alabama's competitiveness and excited coaches like Nate Oats, reflecting a wider trend of rising college players returning instead of turning pro.
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Labaron Philon withdraws name from 2025 NBA Draft, returning to Alabama
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Labaron Philon announced on Instagram he is withdrawing his name from the 2025 NBA Draft and will return to Tuscaloosa for another season with the Crimson Tide. The announcement comes well over a month after Philon announced his decision to enter this year's draft. His Instagram post had a graphic reading, "I'm back." Philon will likely be a focal point for Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide as a sophomore. 33 Teams in 33 …
Labaron Philon's Parents Shaped His Path From Driveway Dreams To Alabama Stardom
Labaron Philon had declared for the 2025 NBA draft, but withdrew from the draft and returned to the University of Alabama for the 2025-26 season. His parents, Alicia Robinson and Labarron Philon Sr., played a significant role in shaping his basketball journey, which propelled him to success. Highlights Labarron Philon Sr. signed Labaron up for basketball at the age of 7, and his foundational knowledge helped shape the player’s work ethic. Alic…
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