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Jared McCain proves last year’s hot stretch against Spurs was no mere fluke

OKC Thunder guard Jared McCain continues to prove that he's more than capable of shining bright when squaring off against juggernauts like the Spurs.

By Mark Nilon · Thunderous Intentions

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 6:23 PM

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Mark Nilon highlights Jared McCain's strong opening-night showing as proof of his continued success against the Spurs.
The OKC Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 116-104 on opening night.
McCain scored 20 points, hit six 3-pointers, and recorded a game-best plus-20 plus-minus rating.

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Mark Nilon writes that Jared McCain demonstrated his continued success against the San Antonio Spurs during the OKC Thunder's 116-104 opening-night victory. McCain scored 20 points, made six three-pointers, and posted a game-high plus-20 plus-minus to help secure the win.

The writer notes this continues a strong pattern against San Antonio following McCain's impact during the previous Western Conference Finals. Nilon also praised Cason Wallace for his quietly effective defensive and ball-handling performance as a new starter.

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