We think of the NBA Draft Lottery, first and foremost, as a way for the league's poor and downtrodden franchises to replenish their ranks and take the first steps toward meaningful winning years down the line.

In order to keep their first-round pick in the 2025 NBA draft, the Sixers need it to fall in the top six selections.

Temple alum and SportsCenter host Kevin Negandhi will host the draft lottery for ESPN, his first time on the desk for the event. Kendrick Perkins, Bob Myers, and Jay Bilas will serve as analysts, alongside Shams Charania.