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Can Duke guard Jared McCain fill an important need for the Sixers?

Kyle Neubeck Avatar
June 20, 2024
Jared McCain gesturing to someone during an NCAA Tournament game.

Jared McCain was a productive player and excellent shooter for the Duke Blue Devils last season, and seems to fit a need for the Sixers if he's on the board at No. 16. Could he be the pick?
Here are some thoughts on McCain as we inch closer to draft night.
Measurables
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 203.2 pounds
Wingspan: 6'3.5"
College stats: 14.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists (1.3 turnovers) on 46.2/41.4/88.5 shooting splits
Intel
Throughout draft season, McCain has probably been the player most consistently mocked to the Sixers. Up to this point, I think that's as simple as matching the skill set and the relative level of interest to the team. Haven't (yet) heard they're especially interested in...

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