- Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb during a workout.
- The Sixers said McCain and the team were consulting with specialists on next steps.
- McCain suffered a torn meniscus in December 2024 that prematurely ended his season.
The Philadelphia 76ers already are facing a rash of injuries.
After dealing with multiple ailments last season, the team announced Thursday, Sept. 25 that point guard Jared McCain — who suffered a torn meniscus in December 2024 that prematurely ended his season — suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb during a workout.
The Sixers said McCain and the team were consulting with specialists on next steps, but did not provide further updates.
McCain began the 2024-25 season extremely well, looking like he would be a candidate for Rookie of the Year before his injury. McCain averaged 15.3 points, 2.6 assists and 2.4 rebounds per game in 23 appearances.
Although the injury is a further hindrance in McCain’s development, the 76ers are well-equipped to weather his absence. McCain, the No. 16 selection in the 2024 NBA Draft, is part of a Philadelphia backcourt that has pretty solid depth. Tyrese Maxey is the star, but the 76ers also drafted VJ Edgecombe with the No. 3 pick in the 2025 draft.
Jared McCain injury update
Without knowing the full extent of the injury, it’s difficult to tell the timetable for McCain’s return. If the tear is significant enough to require surgery, recovery could take as long as three months, per Cedars Sinai.
The 76ers are also dealing with a left knee injury to forward Paul George, who underwent surgery in July to repair the issue.