Jared McCain Trolls 76ers After Hilarious Weightlifting Photo Fail!

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain is known for his on-court skills and his off-court humor. Recently, a promotional photo featuring McCain alongside teammates like Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid in the team's new throwback black uniforms went viral – but not for the reasons the 76ers intended.

The photo, intended to showcase the team's strength and readiness for the upcoming season, inadvertently featured McCain posing next to comically small weights. Fans quickly noticed the discrepancy, pointing out that the 2.5-pound plates were far below what a professional athlete would typically use. The internet, of course, had a field day.

Instead of taking offense, McCain leaned into the joke. He responded with a hilarious video of himself pretending to struggle while lifting even smaller weights. The video, posted on social media, showed McCain comically straining with what appeared to be an eight-pound dumbbell, accompanied by a message suggesting he was working his way up to heavier weights.

McCain's good-natured response has been widely praised, showcasing his personality and sense of humor. The incident also highlights the power of social media and how athletes can use it to connect with fans and control their narrative.

Beyond the humor, 76ers fans are eagerly anticipating McCain's return to the court. His rookie season was unfortunately cut short due to a torn meniscus, but prior to the injury, he showed considerable promise, averaging 15.3 points per game and demonstrating his shooting prowess. With a healthy McCain in the lineup, the 76ers will look to make a strong push in the Eastern Conference.

The 76ers are bringing back an iconic throwback jersey. McCain, along with rookie V.J. Edgecombe, Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid were photographed in the new uniforms.