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Jared McCain Set for First Playoffs With Top-Seeded Thunder

His three-point shooting won him a rotation spot following a February trade from Philadelphia.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 08: Jared McCain #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder warms up before an NBA game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome on April 08, 2026 in Inglewood, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ryan Sun/Getty Images)
Thunder guard Jared McCain (3) celebrates after scoring against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Paycom Center

Overview

  • McCain said he was “super excited” after Sunday’s regular-season finale, as the defending-champion Thunder finished 64-18 with home-court advantage for the playoffs.
  • Since arriving from the 76ers at the trade deadline, he has played 29 games for OKC and averaged 10.5 points on 40% three-point shooting.
  • Head coach Mark Daigneault praised his fit and fundamentals, calling him a popular teammate while noting his offense has made a quick impact.
  • He is expected to get playoff minutes as OKC takes a week of rest and waits for the play-in winner, with his role likely tied to how reliably he hits threes.
  • A teammate-filmed TikTok with fans cheering drew online reaction, and former All-Star Michael Redd publicly backed the players, a light moment as McCain reaches this milestone after a 2024 meniscus tear and a 2025 thumb UCL injury.