Jared McCain reveals Filipino heritage as he shines with 76ers

Jared McCain, a rookie for the Philadelphia 76ers, recently revealed he has Filipino heritage, stating he is "partly Filipino" during a livestream. He is the third active NBA player with Filipino roots, joining Jordan Clarkson and Jalen Green. McCain, selected 16th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, is stepping up for the struggling 76ers, who have the second-worst record in the league at 3-14. He is averaging 16.6 points per game and is a contender for Rookie of the Year. The 20-year-old has shown strong performances, including a career-high 34 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He also contributed significantly in a recent win over the Brooklyn Nets, scoring 30 points.