Breathless Moment: 76ers Rookie Jared McCain Rushed to Hospital
Wednesday’s preseason victory over the Brooklyn Nets took a dramatic turn when 76ers first-round pick Jared McCain went down hard, leaving everyone holding their breath. The 20-year-old rookie was driven to the basket in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter, only to collide with a Nets defender and crash to the floor.
A Scary Scene Unfolds
The impact was brutal. McCain’s head and back hit the hardwood at Wells Fargo Center, sending shockwaves through the arena. He lay motionless for several minutes, coughing and struggling to catch his breath. The concern etched on the faces of his teammates and coaches was palpable.
Coach Nurse’s Worried Reaction
“It was rough,” 76ers coach Nick Nurse admitted. “He’s going to the hospital to get checked out. Obviously, he was having trouble breathing there, maybe got the wind knocked out of him… I’ve never quite seen one like that before, so let’s hope he’s OK and see what the report is from the hospital.”
A Promising Rookie’s Scary Setback
McCain, who had been impressing in his preseason debut, finished the game with 9 points and 7 rebounds in 23 minutes. The 16th pick in June’s NBA draft out of Duke, he has averaged 12.8 points and 4.6 rebounds across five preseason games for the 76ers this month. Now, his health takes center stage.
Medical Evaluation Underway
The 76ers confirmed that McCain was being evaluated by the team’s medical staff, including for a concussion. He won’t be available postgame, leaving everyone waiting with bated breath for an update on his condition.
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