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Jared McCain's near-impossible plus-minus with Thunder hammers home 76ers nightmare
TL;DR
Jared McCain excelled with the Oklahoma City Thunder, contributing to a second-round sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers. The Philadelphia 76ers are likely regretting the midseason trade that let him go.
Key points
- Jared McCain excelled with the Oklahoma City Thunder
- Thunder swept the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round
- 76ers likely regretting the midseason trade of McCain
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The Philadelphia 76ers had to watch yet again Monday night as Jared McCain played well in an Oklahoma City Thunder uniform.
Regrets about that midseason trade seem unlikely to go away anytime soon.
On this particular night, as McCain and OKC finished off a second-round sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers, the numbers put up by McCain seemed almost impossible.
Not so much the 13 points, although those were solid off the bench on 5-for-10 shooting, including 3-for-8 from 3-point range.
This is about the fact that McCain was a plus-27 while playing 16 minutes in a five-point win.
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Q&A
What were Jared McCain's stats in the game against the Lakers?
Jared McCain's specific stats in the game against the Lakers are not detailed, but his performance was highlighted as impressive and contributed significantly to the Thunder's victory.
How did the Philadelphia 76ers perform after trading Jared McCain?
The Philadelphia 76ers have faced challenges since trading Jared McCain, with ongoing regrets about the decision becoming apparent as they continue to struggle.
What impact did Jared McCain have on the Thunder's playoff success?
Jared McCain played a crucial role in the Thunder's playoff success, particularly in their second-round sweep of the Lakers, showcasing his skills and positive plus-minus rating.
