Morey's Risky Move: 76ers Ship Jared McCain To Thunder

Merlin sees the 76ers sent Jared McCain to the Thunder for four draft picks, including a 2026 first-rounder from Houston. Daryl Morey defended the move, saying it "was not a financially motivated move" and that he tried to repackage picks from other deals. The trade clears McCain’s salary and boosts Philly’s future assets. Merlin notes McCain was a promising 21-year-old who shot 38.3 percent from three as a rookie before injury and reduced minutes. This is a classic front office gamble: Philadelphia bets draft capital and timing will outvalue a cheap, high-upside guard. If the picks turn into impact players, Morey wins. If McCain develops in Oklahoma City, questions will linger.