<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">Philadelphia 76ers center Todd MacCulloch retired Wednesday, ending an attempted comeback from foot problems that sidelined him the last 1 1/2 seasons. MacCulloch, 28, hasn't played since February 2003 because of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a genetic disorder that disrupts his balance. MacCulloch had surgery in January on his left foot to free up a crushed nerve, leaving him hopeful of a recovery and perhaps a similar procedure on his right foot. Instead, there was no progress. The 7-foot MacCulloch was Philadelphia's second-round pick in 1999. After two seasons with the Sixers, he signed with New Jersey, then was traded back to Philadelphia in 2002 along with Keith Van Horn in the deal that sent Dikembe Mutombo to the Nets.</div> <div align="center">Link</div> Well, he is know officially of our hands. And this also clears some speculation about him staying with the 76ers for one more season and giving a shot at the 05-06 season. But on a more serious note, Good Luck to Todd Maculloch though. I know it was very hard on him to not be able to what he loved. And hopefully, he can recover from this ailing foot of his. To probably ease the pain of him having to retire, the 76ers organization should look to keep him involved with the team somehow. Maybe they can renew his contract as a radio broadcaster for the 76er games.
Well, I'm going to give the 76er's franchise for leaving him a camp spot until he was sure he couldn't go anymore (which was the most likely outcome of this). That was a sign of class and I can respect that they stuck by him.
Well I have respect for him,if this was you it would be something really hard to go through,MacCulloch also fought hard to try and comeback but I guess it was just to much for him.But I am glad that we have free'd up some cap space aswell.
I feel bad for MacCulloch, with his foot and everything. He wasn't that bad until he got hurt. I liked him, he played Shaq decently. Good Luck Todd!
It's a shame because he was a really good player. And I respect him becuase he tried and tried to overcome this but had no luck in the end. He gets a A effort. I will always remember Todd for leading the NCAA every year he was in college for field goal percentage. Damn, all 4 years.
Nothing shocking here. I applaud the Sixers organization for sticking by him in his time of need, and am glad to hear that he will remain with the organization with his radio telecast, and community appearances. It is rather unfortunate what has happened to him, and at such an early time, he could have progresses into a solid player given the timing he came into the NBA. At such a rare time in the NBA where center rarely dominate or are even considered stars (aside of course from the likes of Shaq, and Ben Wallace), he had an oppurtunity. His one-year stint with the Nets showed what he could deliver as he was consistant throughout the season, and held his own at times in the Finals. Press Conference Audio
Yeah its really a shame, but there is alot to be thankful for too. He is financially set for life and he appears to have the "colorman" job all to himself. Not many players had the opportunity to see the finals as many times as he did. I looked forward to him playing for Canada in the future too, but hopefull this means he will be able to help further our national program up here, now that he has time on his hands.
I really miss Todd,he was a special player for the fans of Sixers. I remember how he managed to score 13 points in 15 or 16 minutes in the finals against Shaq.I think he managed to do it all the time..lol,everytime I checked the box score I remember him having like 8 points and 6 rebounds in 26 mpg but when he played 16 minutes he always managed to score 13. Have a nice life Todd.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Need4Sheed:</div><div class="quote_post">It's a shame because he was a really good player. </div> When?!?!? I think that Grant Hill could learn a lot from Todd.
Quote: Originally Posted by Need4Sheed It's a shame because he was a really good player. When?!?!? I think that Grant Hill could learn a lot from Todd. MacCulloch had a very solid NBA career. <u>Career Averages</u> %.541 field goal percentage %.642 free throw percentage He went to the NBA finals in consecutive years with 2 different teams. And I don't see the connection with Grant Hill. MacCullouch has a serious condition that really has no cure. Grant Hill might still be able to come back if his health and legs can finally hold up.
First of all, 64% from the charity stripe is not good. The fact that you posted that as one of his better stats show that he is not that great. While he may have shot well fromt he field, he was barely averaging 6ppg, so that doesn't mean much. The most games he ever played in a season was 63, and he only averaged 4 boards/game over his career. Horrible for a 7 footer. Steve Nash remains the only successful Canadian in my eyes, screw Toddy.
Well I was trying to have him go out with some class, but apparently you don't approve of that. His career field goal percentage of .541 would tie him for 15th on the all-time list. See link : http://www.nba.com/statistics/default_all_...?topic=4&stat=4 Alright, so he was just a REALLY big guy that happened to be strong and clogged the lane and made alot of easy baskets. Happy now?
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting grinder333:</div><div class="quote_post">Alright, so he was just a REALLY big guy that happened to be strong and clogged the lane and made alot of easy baskets. Happy now?</div> He was decent, but not great. He didn't exactly 'clog' the lane, he just proved a big body down low and was a mediocore center. Don't try to discredit the guy, just wish him well. Either way, I hope he recovers from the injuries.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Ice:</div><div class="quote_post">He was decent, but not great. He didn't exactly 'clog' the lane, he just proved a big body down low and was a mediocore center. Don't try to discredit the guy, just wish him well. Either way, I hope he recovers from the injuries.</div> Exactly, this guy has been trying his hardest to get back to the Sixers, maybe he will keep the annocher job that he had part of last season
I heard he had some rare illness what exactly is that. Can someone explain more about the illness he has now that prevented him from playing ball
Well, I think it slowed down his running and walking ability. I feel really bad for Big Mac...but maybe if he get healthy again he`ll make a comeback.
He has Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT). Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) is a neurological disorder, named after the three physicians who first described it in 1886 ? Jean-Martin Charcot and Pierre Marie of France, and Howard Henry Tooth of the United Kingdom. Although most people have never heard of CMT, it affects some 115,000 Americans. Unlike other neurological disorders, CMT usually isn't life-threatening, and it almost never affects the brain. It causes damage to the peripheral nerves ? tracts of nerve cell fibers that connect the brain and spinal cord to muscles and sensory organs. This nerve damage, or neuropathy, causes muscle weakness and wasting, and some loss of sensation, in the extremities of the body: the feet, the lower legs, the hands and the forearms. Although CMT can look very similar to acquired neuropathy ? a type of nerve damage caused by overexposure to certain chemicals ? it isn't caused by anything a person does, and it isn't contagious. It's hereditary, meaning that it can be passed down through a family from one generation to the next.
The thing is, I read somewhere that there is no indication that any of Todd's family members possesed anything like this, or anything close to this, which is shocking to say the least.
