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76ers’ Jared McCain To Undergo Thumb Surgery, Expected Out 4–6 Weeks

Reports project a four-to-six week recovery that likely rules him out for opening night.

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Jan 31, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) reacts before the game against the Denver Nuggets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images/File photo
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Overview

  • Philadelphia announced McCain tore the UCL in his right shooting thumb during a workout and said he is consulting specialists on next steps.
  • ESPN’s Shams Charania reported McCain will have surgery with an estimated four-to-six week timetable, placing his Oct. 22 availability in doubt.
  • He is set to miss training camp and early preseason action, including the NBA Abu Dhabi Games beginning Oct. 2.
  • The absence opens backcourt minutes for No. 3 pick V.J. Edgecombe and adds urgency to restricted free agent Quentin Grimes’ unresolved contract.
  • McCain averaged 15.3 points in 23 games before a season-ending meniscus surgery last year, while Joel Embiid and Paul George offered cautious injury updates Friday without firm return dates.