Jared McCain

Jared McCain is an American professional basketball player who plays guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the NBA.

Jared McCain is an American professional basketball player who plays guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the NBA. He played one season of college basketball for Duke before being selected 16th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2024 NBA draft. McCain is known for his scoring and perimeter shooting.

Early life and high school career

McCain was born in Sacramento, California, on February 20, 2004, and grew up in the state. He attended Centennial High School in Corona, California, where he became a consensus five-star recruit and one of the top-ranked high school prospects in the United States.

College career at Duke

McCain played one season for the Duke Blue Devils. He was a starter in all 36 games and averaged 14.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. His performance made him a candidate for the 2024 NBA draft lottery.

Professional career

The Philadelphia 76ers selected McCain with the 16th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NBA draft. By 2026, he was listed as a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder after being traded from Philadelphia.

Public profile

McCain gained substantial attention before entering the NBA, including a large social media following. Coverage has noted both his on-court production and his popularity off the court.