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Ex-76ers First-Rounder Gets News On Future With OKC Thunder

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After picking up Jared McCain from the Philadelphia 76ers, the Oklahoma City Thunder made a decision on his future with the team. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the Thunder announced that they have exercised Jared McCain’s fourth-year option on his rookie-scale contract. In 2027-2028, McCain is set to lock in $6.78 million. If all goes […] The post Ex-76ers First-Rounder Gets News On Future With OKC Thunder appeared first on HEAVY.

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OKC Thunder Set For Jared McCain-Like Trade, Insider Says

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are expected to make a Jared McCain-like trade this season, targeting a cost-controlled young player on a rookie deal rather than a high-salary star. This comes after the team suffered horrific injury luck with the setbacks on Jalen Williams, Cason Williams, Chet Holmgren and Alex Caruso. ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel reported […] The post OKC Thunder Set For Jared McCain-Like Trade, Insider Says appeared first on HEAVY.

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Thunder announce big contract decisions on Jared McCain, Thomas Sorber

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Amid a challenging campaign plagued by multiple injuries, the Oklahoma City Thunder made contract decisions on Jared McCain, Thomas Sorber, and Nikola Topic. According to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, the Thunder exercised the fourth-year option on McCain and the third-year option on Sorber. McCain has been a major contributor since Oklahoma City acquired him in a […] The post Thunder announce big contract decisions on Jared McCain, Thomas Sorber appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder Coach Reveals How Team Is Responding to Jalen Williams Injury

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Jalen Williams went into the 2026-27 season seeking to rebound for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Williams, 25, fought through multiple hamstring injuries last season. This led to the All-NBA wing playing a career-low 33 games a season ago. In a tragic turn of events, the dynamic 6’5″ talent left Sunday’s win over the Los Angeles […] The post Thunder Coach Reveals How Team Is Responding to Jalen Williams Injury appeared first on HEAVY.

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Thunder get rough news on Jalen Williams for Game 7

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The Oklahoma City Thunder will be down a star for Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. 2025 All-Star Jalen Williams was reportedly ruled out for the do-or-die clash at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. ESPN’s Shams Charania broke the news a full 24 hours before Saturday’s tipoff, which suggests Williams is nowhere close … The post Thunder get rough news on Jalen Williams for Game 7 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans suspect Victor Wembanyama put a hit out on Jared McCain late in Game 5

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Some fans seem to believe Victor Wembanyama asked a pair of San Antonio Spurs veterans to inflict some pain on Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain. The Spurs, trailing 120-106 late in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, took Wemby out of the contest with just over two minutes left. Wembanyama appeared to whisper … The post Fans suspect Victor Wembanyama put a hit out on Jared McCain late in Game 5 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mark Daigneault reveals why Jared McCain got the start in Thunder’s Game 5 vs Spurs

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OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain earned his first career playoff start in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, and didn’t disappoint head coach Mark Daigneault. McCain finished with 20 points as the Thunder’s third-leading scorer in a 127-114 win at the Paycom Center. For Daigneault, […] The post Mark Daigneault reveals why Jared McCain got the start in Thunder’s Game 5 vs Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Impressive stat proves Jared McCain is Thunder’s secret weapon vs. Spurs

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The Oklahoma City Thunder entered Game 5 carrying enormous pressure. They were battered by injuries and stared at the possibility of surrendering control of the Western Conference Finals. Instead, they uncovered their secret postseason weapon hiding in plain sight. With Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell both sidelined, the Thunder desperately needed secondary shot creation to […] The post Impressive stat proves Jared McCain is Thunder’s secret weapon vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama Accused Of Instructing Teammates To Deliver Dirty Plays

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The San Antonio Spurs had some controversial moments toward the end of the Game 5 loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Bench players came in for the Spurs faster than the Thunder, and it led to a couple of stiff fouls. Centers Mason Plumlee and Bismack Biyombo both delivered hard fouls to Jared McCain after […] The post Victor Wembanyama Accused Of Instructing Teammates To Deliver Dirty Plays appeared first on HEAVY.

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NBA World Reacts As Thunder Dispatches Spurs To Move One Win Closer To NBA Finals

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The Oklahoma City Thunder secured an all-important win, taking down the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, 127-114, on Tuesday night.  The Thunder now leads 3-2 in the series and is just one win away from the NBA Finals to defend their title.  Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the two-time reigning Most Valuable […] The post NBA World Reacts As Thunder Dispatches Spurs To Move One Win Closer To NBA Finals appeared first on HEAVY.

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New Report Reveals Jared McCain Carries Around a Fascinating Torn-Out Book Page Before Every Game

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Jared McCain revealed he reads a faded page from The Inner Game of Tennis before every game, a ritual centered around trusting growth and blocking out self-doubt during Oklahoma City’s playoff run.

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Jared McCain had great quote when given the chance to roast Daryl Morey

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Jared McCain killed Daryl Morey with kindness on Friday after putting on an absolute show on the Western Conference Finals stage. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard was arguably the best scorer on the floor in Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Arena in San Antonio, Texas. He finished with 24 points … The post Jared McCain had great quote when given the chance to roast Daryl Morey appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Crucial Ajay Mitchell injury update emerges before Game 4

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The Oklahoma City  Thunder will be going for a 3-1 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs without the services of Ajay Mitchell. Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Saturday that the Thunder guard will sit out that contest because of a right calf strain. Mitchell left in the second half of Friday’s meeting with … The post Crucial Ajay Mitchell injury update emerges before Game 4 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Thunder’s Jaylin Williams gets 100% real on being teammates with Jared McCain

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As the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 15-0 deficit in the Game 3 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday, 123-108, the win was helped by a solid effort from guard Jared McCain. While McCain is fitting in with the Thunder day by day, Jaylin Williams goes into what makes the guard special. McCain […] The post Thunder’s Jaylin Williams gets 100% real on being teammates with Jared McCain appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA world buries Daryl Morey and 76ers for Jared McCain trade

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Former Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain excelled on Friday for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Game 3 win over the San Antonio Spurs, 123-108, leading to fans of the ex-team no doubt reliving what could’ve been. As it was an emotional trade for McCain to be dealt from the 76ers to the Thunder, there […] The post NBA world buries Daryl Morey and 76ers for Jared McCain trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-76ers star Jared McCain’s stat proves Daryl Morey didn’t ‘sell low’ on Thunder sniper

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Playoff pressure often brings hindsight conversations, and this NBA postseason has been no exception. One of the recurring themes is how players once limited to smaller roles can suddenly thrive in new situations. That’s exactly what’s happening with former Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain, who is flourishing in a larger role with the Oklahoma City […] The post Ex-76ers star Jared McCain’s stat proves Daryl Morey didn’t ‘sell low’ on Thunder sniper appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“Never saw anything wrong with it. I understand girls do it” — Jared McCain explains why criticism over painting his nails and TikTok doesn’t bother him – Basketball Network

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“Never saw anything wrong with it. I understand girls do it” — Jared McCain explains why criticism over painting his nails and TikTok doesn’t bother him  Basketball Network

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Damian Lillard shades referees for ‘doin too much’ in Thunder-Spurs Game 3

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As the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs continue their Western Conference Finals showdown, complaints about the officiating are only getting louder. Friday night’s Game 3, which Oklahoma City eventually won 123-108 to reclaim home-court advantage, brought criticism from several sports personalities. Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard was among those who took issue […] The post Damian Lillard shades referees for ‘doin too much’ in Thunder-Spurs Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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