The 6-foot-9 standout reportedly signed a four-year contract via the second-round pick exception, according to Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports. The first two years are guaranteed on the contract, which includes a team option in the last year.

Selecting the second-rounder could be a smart hedge at power forward because the Sixers could have a tough time re-signing Guerschon Yabusele in free agency.

Auburn basketball's Johni Broome was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA Draft on Thursday. Here's what he said about getting his pro opportunity.