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Rookie Sensation Jared McCain Suffers Injury During 76ers’ Preseason Game

Philadelphia 76ers’ up-and-coming rookie, Jared McCain, has been diagnosed with a pulmonary contusion following a game incident during the team’s preseason triumph over the Brooklyn Nets, as announced by the team on Thursday. This incident happened on Wednesday and thankfully, McCain did not suffer a concussion.

McCain’s Health Status Post Hospital Release

Young talent McCain, fresh out of the hospital on Thursday, will not take part in the upcoming preseason grand finale against the Orlando Magic. This news comes hot on the heels of his unexpected discharge from the hospital after a startling fall during the game.

Rundown of The Incident

In the dramatic climax of the fourth quarter against Brooklyn, McCain made a daring drive to the basket. A collision with a Nets’ defender resulted in a hard fall, where he seemed to hit his head and back forcefully on the Wells Fargo Center court floor. For several tense moments, he stayed on the ground, coughing and seemingly struggling to regain his breath, before he was eventually assisted off the court.

McCain’s Performance Pre-Injury

Prior to the unfortunate incident, McCain had a noteworthy performance with nine points and seven rebounds in a 23-minute playtime. The 20-year-old prodigy, who was the 16th overall pick in the recent NBA draft from Duke, has been making waves, averaging 12.8 points and 4.6 rebounds throughout the five preseason games for the 76ers this month.