After a promising start to his rookie season, Jared McCain had just started showing Philly fans why he belonged. Now, just as training camp approaches and hopes were high, the Sixers have been dealt another gut punch. McCain had just recovered from a torn meniscus in his left knee, which limited him to 23 games last season, but what a 23-game stretch it was. He averaged 15.3 points and shot 38.3% from three, flashing legit star upside.
Now, according to reports, McCain has suffered a UCL tear in his right thumb during a workout session. While surgery is not required, and this definitely derails the team’s plans for the upcoming season, and as per sources, they are figuring out how to proceed with the news.
Now, with a crowded backcourt and questions about rotation minutes, this thumb inj