What Labaron Philon Jr. Meant to Alabama Basketball This Season
Labaron Philon Jr. had a standout sophomore season with Alabama basketball, leading the team in scoring and improving his chances of becoming a lottery pick in the NBA draft. Philon finished the year with 725 total points, becoming just the third player in program history with 700-plus points in a single season.
Labaron Philon Jr. had a decision to make last offseason, whether to remain in the NBA draft or return to Alabama. He chose to return and improve his game. Philon was valiant in defeat, tying his career high with 35 points in Alabama's season-ending loss to Michigan. He finished the year with 725 total points, becoming just the third player in program history with 700-plus points in a single season. Philon improved in almost every statistical category, raising his 3-point percentage and increasing his rebounding and assists. He led the team in scoring and was a key player in the NCAA tournament.
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