After a disastrous season, the Philadelphia 76ers have suffered an early setback heading into 2025-26. Sophomore guard Jared McCain has suffered a UCL tear in his right thumb, delaying his development and sidelining him for the beginning of the season. Fans are curious about his injury and his timetable for return.

What Happened to Jared McCain?

The Sixers confirmed that McCain tore his ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb during an offseason workout. He and the team are consulting medical specialists to figure out if surgery will be necessary. The injury is not career-threatening, but comes at an especially unfortunate time for McCain, who was still working his way back from an injury during December 2024, shutting his promising rookie season down. For a player expected to compe

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