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76ers Trade Jared McCain to Thunder for Rockets’ 2026 First and Three Seconds

Philadelphia prioritizes draft capital to create short-term roster flexibility.

Jan 27, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) reacts to his three pointer against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Oklahoma City will send Houston’s 2026 first-round pick plus three second-rounders to Philadelphia for McCain.
  • The second-round picks are the most favorable 2027 selection among OKC, Houston, Indiana and Miami, Milwaukee’s 2028 second, and OKC’s 2028 second.
  • If no player returns to Philadelphia, the deal is expected to generate a $4,221,360 traded-player exception and open a roster spot.
  • McCain, the No. 16 pick in 2024, averaged 15.3 points before a 2024–25 knee surgery and is at 6.6 points in 37 games this season after a thumb procedure delayed his 2025–26 debut.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to miss time with an abdominal strain, and separate reports say OKC is exploring a Dieng-for-Plumlee move that has not been finalized.