The Oklahoma City Thunder shockingly traded for Jared McCain on the eve of the deadline, and that was all they needed to be winners. Sam Presti acquired an elite shooter who averaged over 15 points per game as a rookie before an injury cut short his season. This was the case of OKC buying low, putting their draft capital to good use, and upgrading the deepest roster in the NBA. Presti did it again.
The defending champions are dealing with several injuries and needed an upgrade. They had to make a second trade to clear a roster spot.