The Philadelphia 76ers have a storied draft history, highlighted by their selections of impactful players. In 2018, they held the 10th pick and chose Villanova's Mikal Bridges, only to trade him to the Phoenix Suns for the 16th pick, which they used to select Zhaire Smith from Texas Tech. While Bridges thrived in Phoenix, Smith faced significant challenges, including a severe allergic reaction that limited him to just 13 games over two seasons with the Sixers.

Ultimately, Smith was traded to the Detroit Pistons and has since struggled to find his footing in the league, signing Exhibit 10 deals with various teams. Despite these setbacks, he showcased his scoring ability in the G League, averaging 20.9 points for the Texas Legends in the 2024-25 season, suggesting that he is still working hard to reclaim a spot in the NBA.