Jared McCain Shines in Thunder's Homestand

0:00On this March 7th, here's what's making headlines for the NBA. The Oklahoma City Thunder are dealing with key injuries while chasing the top spot in the Western Conference. Their newest player, Trade Deadline Edition Jair McCain, is stepping up big and can earn a spot in the playoff rotation. Over the last couple of weeks, McCain has shown he belongs, playing key minutes and close games. The team clearly trust him after strong showings since he arrived. Fans and coaches see his impact, with double-digit scoring and eight of his 12 games for the Thunder. In one recent win over the Denver Nuggets, he dropped 14 points in just 19 minutes amid a playoff like crowd. Now comes a huge four-game home stand at home against the Golden State Warriors, Denver Nuggets, Boston Celtics, and Minnesota Timberwolves. All on National TV, these matchups feel like postseason previews. The extra rest between games should help McCain sharpen his defense and fit better into the system.

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