Jared McCain reflects on Oklahoma City's offseason departures
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Jared McCain expressed sadness over the Oklahoma City Thunder's offseason changes, particularly the trades of Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks and Isaiah Joe to the Detroit Pistons. Both players were integral role members, aiding the Thunder in their recent championship success. In his YouTube vlog, McCain highlighted the impact Wiggins and Joe had on his adaptation to the team and expressed a sentiment shared by both fans and players alike. The Thunder, having acquired McCain from the Philadelphia 76ers, moved on from Joe and Wiggins as McCain's emergence created opportunities for increased playing time.
- •Aaron Wiggins was traded to the Atlanta Hawks.
- •Isaiah Joe was dealt to the Detroit Pistons.
- •McCain acknowledged Wiggins and Joe's support during his early days in OKC.
- •The Thunder recouped four future second-round picks from the trades.
- •McCain's rise affected the Thunder's decision to move on from Joe and Wiggins.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Jared McCain reacts to 2 OKC offseason departures: 'Sad to see them go'
"Jared McCain reacts to 2 Oklahoma City offseason departures: 'Sad to see them go.'
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