76ers Rookie Jared McCain Out for Season Following Knee Surgery

The 20-year-old guard was a standout performer before suffering a torn meniscus, further compounding Philadelphia's injury-plagued season.

Jared McCain, the 76ers' first-round pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, will miss the remainder of his rookie season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee.
The injury occurred during a December 13 game against the Indiana Pacers, and McCain underwent surgery on December 17, with doctors determining he would not return this season.
McCain averaged 15.3 points, 2.6 assists, and 2.4 rebounds across 23 games, leading all rookies in scoring and earning Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month honors for November.
The injury is a major setback for both McCain, who was emerging as a Rookie of the Year contender, and the 76ers, who are struggling with injuries to key players like Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Kyle Lowry.
Philadelphia, with a 15-20 record, is currently outside the Eastern Conference play-in spots, as the team continues to deal with extensive health challenges across its roster.