
Jared McCain
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Jared McCain (pulmonary contusion) is not on the injury report ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Bucks.
This is excellent news, since McCain had to be rushed to the hospital less than a week ago. He should be available to make his NBA debut on Wednesday, and he may play a few extra minutes with Paul George sidelined.
Jared McCain has been diagnosed with a pulmonary contusion but has not displayed concussion-like symptoms, per Chris Haynes.
McCain has been ruled out for Friday’s preseason game against the Magic, and he will continue to be evaluated daily. However, he appears to have avoided any major injury. His status for the start of the regular season is in question, and players like Kyle Lowry and Reggie Jackson will likely see a few extra minutes if McCain misses time.
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, McCain (pulmonary contusions) has been released from the hospital after suffering a hard fall during the Philadelphia 76ers’ preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets. He’ll be evaluated for a concussion and appears to have avoided suffering a serious injury.
McCain has showcased some impressive flashes ahead of his first NBA season but still has plenty of experienced guards ahead of him on the depth chart. There’s no clear player who’s fantast value should get a significant bump from McCain missing time.
Jared McCain is being evaluated for a concussion after taking a hard fall during Wednesday’s preseason game.
McCain is being taken to the hospital after hitting his head while falling to the ground. He will be evaluated for a concussion, which could put his availability for the start of the season in jeopardy. Kyle Lowry and Reggie Jackson will take on extra minutes if McCain is forced to remain on the sidelines.
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