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76ers Trade Jared McCain to Thunder for Draft Picks

2/5/2026

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The Philadelphia 76ers traded guard Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a 2026 Houston Rockets first-round pick and three second-round picks.
McCain was the 16th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft and averaged 6.6 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.7 assists.
The trade freed roster space for the 76ers and added draft assets.
The Thunder, amid injuries to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, expect McCain to bolster scoring and playmaking.

History

Historical Context

The 1984 NBA Draft, held on June 19, marked a pivotal moment in basketball history, introducing a new system for selecting college players. The Houston Rockets selected Hakeem Olajuwon first overall, who later became a two-time champion. This draft is renowned for producing multiple Hall of Famers, including Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley, shaping team strategies and competitive dynamics in the league.

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Story summary

The Philadelphia 76ers traded guard Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a 2026 Houston Rockets first-round pick and three second-round picks.
McCain was the 16th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft and averaged 6.6 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.7 assists.
The trade freed roster space for the 76ers and added draft assets.
The Thunder, amid injuries to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, expect McCain to bolster scoring and playmaking.

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