Here’s Jared McCain on when the plan for him to play in the G League began to formulate, why he felt it was the right call and the relief of seeing a few shots go in:

Apologies, McCain had the tights *over* the Incrediwear.

Here’s his full explanation of the change, what the idea behind it was and whether or not he expects it to replace the bulkier brace he’s been struggling with:

Jared McCain recently mentioned giving himself “grace & compassion.” I asked him what that process looks like in practice.

“Not getting too frustrated, but it's definitely really hard, especially when you scroll on social media & you see some things about yourself.”

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Asked Jared McCain if he’s thought about relying more on his physicality and bumps while he tries to regain his full mobility:

“It’s all about feel for me. Using my body is something I've done since I was a kid… I really just want to get back to feeling like that.”

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McCain clearly hunting his own shots in what are probably his final minutes:

Jared McCain goes right into the post and easily bullies his way to the block, then turns around and scores:

Jared McCain back on the board with a bucket:

Jared McCain brings the ball up, withstands some physicality and gets to the rim to draw a foul. Makes his free throw worth two points.

Jared McCain draws a foul to put his team in the bonus. Missed the free throw worth two points.

Jared McCain is on the board!

Jared McCain just can’t buy one. 0-2 early.

Jared McCain just can’t buy one. 0-2 early.

Jared McCain misses his first shot attempt on a mid-range bump:

Jared McCain from long range:

Mostly running and stretching for Jared McCain pregame here.

Jared McCain getting ready to suit up for the Delaware Blue Coats…

Here’s me + @ginamizell.bsky.social asking Tyrese Maxey about advice he’s given VJ Edgecombe about getting used to the NBA grind (“he’ll be alright, he has us”) and Jared McCain about keeping his head on straight during his struggles acclimating with a knee brace (“don’t think, hoop”).

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The people simply cannot get enough of Kyle Lowry’s mid-range work!