As tough as the stretch has been, the Sixers can feel good about what their rookie first-rounder, Jared McCain, has put on display. As McCain has slid into the starting five in the absence of some key veterans, he’s putting together a historic run.

Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jared McCain has been phenomenal to begin the 2024-25 season. After putting up 30 points in a 113-98 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night at home, he's now averaging 16.

Seated on the dais, Tyrese Maxey and Jared McCain were asked if they can destroy the myth that smaller guards can’t coexist in the same backcourt. “Who says we are small?” Maxey responded. “That’s crazy.