As the Sixers move forward, it's important that they get this type of leadership from big man. As a rookie, Bona was charged with being that vocal guy on the back end of the defense. Veteran big man Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond were pushing him to use his voice more and be that guy on the defensive end.

While the 76ers Summer League hasn't quite gone as planned, the team has done enough good to ease fans' minds.

League continues, one of the key members on the Philadelphia 76ers' roster is big man Johni Broome. Following his first handful of showings in the pro

He's expected to be part of what should be a talented backcourt, with Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain and Quentin Grimes—assuming he eventually re-signs with the team—also expected to have major roles in the 2025-26 campaign. Veterans Kyle Lowry and Eric Gordon could see minutes as well.

LAS VEGAS — The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 96-94 in the NBA 2K26 Summer League at Thomas & Mack Center on Saturday.

Adem Bona is one of the players on the Philadelphia 76ers’ Summer League roster with past NBA experience. Last season, Bona averaged 5.8 points and 4.2 rebounds