Reggie Jackson, a guard for the Philadelphia 76ers, was visibly shaken by the devastating wildfires raging across Southern California, which had already claimed multiple lives. As he prepared for a game against the Washington Wizards, he reached out to friends in the area, expressing his concern for their safety. This sentiment resonated with several of his teammates, many of whom have strong ties to the Los Angeles region.

Among them are Paul George, who spent five seasons with the Clippers, and rookie Jared McCain, whose family settled close to Los Angeles. The ongoing crisis has brought the team together in solidarity as they all grapple with the impact of the fires on their communities.