Jared McCain Navigates Early Career Challenges After Injury-Plagued Year

Jared McCain's start to his NBA career with the Oklahoma City Thunder has been hampered by injuries. The former Duke star, who was a leading Rookie of the Year candidate last season, suffered a knee injury in December followed by a thumb injury this year. These setbacks, combined with a deep backcourt rotation in Philadelphia, have limited his playing time as he looks to regain momentum.