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Jordan McLaughlin (born April 9, 1996) is an American professional basketball player for the San Antonio Spurs of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the USC Trojans.
Key Information
High school career
[edit]McLaughlin is the son of Thomas McLaughlin, who played minor league baseball, and has an older sister, Amber. Growing up, Jordan played baseball and football but gravitated towards basketball.[1] McLaughlin attended Etiwanda High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He scored 19 points in the 2013 Chicago Elite Classic.[2] He committed to the USC Trojans over scholarship offers from Kansas and UCLA. USC coach Andy Enfield made him a recruiting priority after seeing him at an AAU game.[3] McLaughlin had previously crossed USC off his list after seeing former coach Kevin O'Neill berate an injured player at a practice.[1]
College career
[edit]
In his freshman season, USC won 12 games.[3] He averaged 12.1 points and 4.5 assists per game but missed the end of the season with a shoulder injury.[4] McLaughlin led USC to the NCAA Tournament in 2016,[3] and averaged 13.4 points per game on 47 percent shooting.[5] He led the team back to the NCAA tournament in 2017,[3] posting 12.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game. Coming into his senior year, he was named to the preseason Bob Cousy Award Watchlist.[6] As a senior at USC, McLaughlin averaged 12.8 points, 7.8 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 35.3 minutes per game, shooting 39.7 percent from behind the arc.[7] He was a First Team All-Pac-12 selection.[8] McLaughlin was named to the All-District IX Team by the USBWA and First Team All-District 20 by the NABC.[9][10] His assists per game was the third highest in Division I, and McLaughlin was the third Pac-12 player ever to record more than 600 assists and 1,600 points over a career.[11]
Professional career
[edit]Long Island Nets (2018–2019)
[edit]After going undrafted in the 2018 NBA draft, McLaughlin signed with the Brooklyn Nets for NBA summer league play. He was also invited to training camp.[11] He scored seven points and six assists in 90–76 summer league loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on July 7.[12] McLaughlin later joined the Nets on a training camp deal.[13] He was waived by the Nets on October 11,[14] but was signed to the training camp roster of the Nets’ NBA G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets.[15]
Minnesota Timberwolves (2019–2024)
[edit]On July 20, 2019, McLaughlin signed a two-way contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves.[16]
On February 8, 2020, he recorded a career-high in points (24) and assists (11) against the Los Angeles Clippers.[17]
On September 15, 2021, McLaughlin signed a standard contract with Minnesota.[18]
Sacramento Kings (2024–2025)
[edit]On July 10, 2024, McLaughlin signed with the Sacramento Kings.[19]
San Antonio Spurs (2025–present)
[edit]On February 3, 2025, McLaughlin was traded, alongside De'Aaron Fox, to the San Antonio Spurs in a three-team trade also involving the Chicago Bulls in which Zach LaVine, Sidy Cissoko, three first-round picks and two second-round picks were sent to the Kings while Zach Collins, Kevin Huerter, Tre Jones and a 2025 first-round pick went to the Bulls.[20]
On July 12, 2025, McLaughlin re-signed with the Spurs on a one-year, $3 million contract.[21]
Career statistics
[edit]| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
NBA
[edit]Regular season
[edit]| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–20 | Minnesota | 30 | 2 | 19.7 | .489 | .382 | .667 | 1.6 | 4.2 | 1.1 | .1 | 7.6 |
| 2020–21 | Minnesota | 51 | 2 | 18.4 | .413 | .359 | .767 | 2.1 | 3.8 | 1.0 | .1 | 5.0 |
| 2021–22 | Minnesota | 62 | 3 | 14.5 | .440 | .318 | .750 | 1.5 | 2.9 | .9 | .2 | 3.8 |
| 2022–23 | Minnesota | 43 | 0 | 15.8 | .421 | .308 | .833 | 1.4 | 3.4 | .7 | .1 | 3.7 |
| 2023–24 | Minnesota | 56 | 0 | 11.2 | .483 | .472 | .722 | 1.3 | 2.0 | .6 | .1 | 3.5 |
| 2024–25 | Sacramento | 28 | 0 | 6.8 | .364 | .385 | .688 | .8 | .9 | .4 | .0 | 1.9 |
| San Antonio | 18 | 0 | 6.9 | .536 | .450 | .1000 | .5 | 1.5 | .3 | .1 | 2.5 | |
| Career | 288 | 7 | 14.1 | .445 | .373 | .743 | 1.4 | 2.8 | .8 | .1 | 4.1 | |
Playoffs
[edit]| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Minnesota | 5 | 0 | 16.6 | .706 | .571 | .750 | 2.4 | 3.4 | 1.0 | .0 | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Minnesota | 2 | 0 | 7.1 | .000 | .000 | — | 1.0 | 1.0 | .0 | .0 | .0 |
| 2024 | Minnesota | 6 | 0 | 5.0 | .222 | .000 | .000 | .7 | .3 | .0 | .0 | .7 |
| Career | 13 | 0 | 9.8 | .467 | .286 | .500 | 1.4 | 1.6 | .4 | .0 | 2.7 | |
References
[edit]- ^ a b Kaufman, Joey (March 2, 2018). "How Jordan McLaughlin led USC's basketball revival". Orange County Register. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ Sondheimer, Eric (December 7, 2013). "Boys' basketball: Etiwanda wins in Chicago to improve to 5-0 [Updated]". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on February 22, 2014. Retrieved January 31, 2014.
- ^ a b c d Lindsey, Thiry (March 1, 2018). "Jordan McLaughlin turned out to be the perfect fit for Andy Enfield and USC basketball". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ Jorgensen, Jack (February 26, 2015). "USC's Jordan McLaughlin (shoulder) out for season". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ Kaufman, Joey (December 16, 2016). "USC point guard Jordan McLaughlin strong to the finish". Los Angeles Daily News. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ Pederson, Brian (October 17, 2017). "USC standouts Jordan McLaughlin, De'Anthony Melton named to preseason watch lists". Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ "Nets' Jordan McLaughlin: Will play summer league with Nets". CBS Sports. June 27, 2018. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ "2017-18 Pac-12 Men's Basketball All-Conference Teams announced". Pac-12 Conference. Archived from the original on March 6, 2018. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ "USBWA NAMES 2017-18 MEN'S ALL-DISTRICT TEAMS". sportswriters.net. March 6, 2018. Retrieved March 6, 2018.
- ^ "National Association of Basketball Coaches Announces 2017-18 Division I All-District Teams" (PDF) (Press release). National Association of Basketball Coaches. March 13, 2018. Archived (PDF) from the original on March 15, 2018.
- ^ a b Kaufmann, Joey (June 22, 2018). "Undrafted USC guards Elijah Stewart, Jordan McLaughlin to join NBA summer league teams". Orange County Register. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ "Nets' Jordan McLaughlin: Hands out six assists". CBS Sports. July 7, 2018. Retrieved July 8, 2018.
- ^ "BROOKLYN NETS SIGN MITCHELL CREEK AND JORDAN MCLAUGHLIN". NBA.com. August 20, 2018. Retrieved August 20, 2018.
- ^ "Brooklyn Nets Waive McLaughlin And Omot". NBA.com. October 11, 2018. Retrieved October 11, 2018.
- ^ "Long Island Nets Finalize Training Camp Roster". NBA.com. October 22, 2018. Retrieved October 22, 2018.
- ^ "TIMBERWOLVES SIGN JORDAN MCLAUGHLIN TO TWO-WAY CONTRACT". NBA.com. July 20, 2019. Retrieved July 20, 2019.
- ^ "McLaughlin, Beasley, new-look Wolves rout Clippers 142-115". ESPN.com. February 8, 2020. Retrieved February 9, 2020.
- ^ "TIMBERWOLVES RE-SIGN JARRED VANDERBILT AND JORDAN MCLAUGHLIN". NBA.com. September 15, 2021. Retrieved September 16, 2021.
- ^ "Sacramento Kings Sign Jordan McLaughlin". NBA.com. July 10, 2024. Retrieved July 10, 2024.
- ^ "Spurs Acquire De'Aaron Fox and Jordan McLaughlin". NBA.com. February 3, 2025. Retrieved February 3, 2025.
- ^ Moreno, Amanda (July 12, 2025). "San Antonio Spurs re-sign veteran guard Jordan McLaughlin". WOAI. Retrieved December 6, 2025.
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[edit]Jordan McLaughlin
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Early life and high school
Early life
Jordan McLaughlin was born on April 9, 1996, in Pasadena, California.[7] The son of Thomas and Lisa McLaughlin, he grew up in Etiwanda, located in California's Inland Empire region east of Los Angeles, alongside siblings including his sister Amber.[7][8] His father, Thomas, had pursued a professional athletic career as a minor league baseball player for two seasons, which influenced McLaughlin's early exposure to sports.[9] As a child, McLaughlin participated in multiple sports, including baseball and football, often emulating his father's interests and playing alongside him.[9] He began playing basketball as a toddler and developed a strong admiration for Michael Jordan, imitating the NBA legend's style during informal games.[10] By middle school, McLaughlin shifted his primary focus to basketball, joining local youth leagues and the Prodigy Athletic Institute program in sixth grade, where he trained rigorously and competed in AAU tournaments across states like Nevada and Oregon.[11] These experiences fostered his work ethic and foundational skills, paving the way for his high school career at Etiwanda High School.[11]High school career
Jordan McLaughlin attended Etiwanda High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California, from 2010 to 2014, where he developed into a standout point guard on the varsity basketball team.[7] As a senior in the 2013–14 season, he led the Eagles to a 27–5 record and a No. 9 ranking in the state of California, averaging 17 points and 8 assists per game while showcasing his playmaking and scoring abilities.[7] During the CIF Southern Section playoffs that year, McLaughlin guided Etiwanda to the Open Division quarterfinals, where they fell to Chino Hills in a 59–48 loss; he suffered a torn labrum injury in the second quarter of that game but delayed surgery to participate in subsequent events.[7] In the CIF State Open Division first-round matchup, he contributed significantly to a 64–51 victory over El Camino Real, helping the team build a 19–4 lead early in the contest.[12] His performance earned him first-team All-CIF Southern Section Division 1AA honors, recognizing his leadership and impact on the court.[7] McLaughlin's high school exploits drew attention from college recruiters, culminating in his commitment to the University of Southern California on September 11, 2013, as a four-star prospect ranked among the top point guards nationally.[13][14]College career
2014–2016 seasons
As a freshman during the 2014–15 season at the University of Southern California (USC), Jordan McLaughlin quickly established himself as the Trojans' starting point guard under head coach Andy Enfield, appearing in 22 games and starting 21 of them before a shoulder injury sidelined him for the final eight contests.[15][16] He averaged 12.1 points, 4.5 assists, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game, showcasing his quickness and playmaking ability while leading all Pac-12 freshmen in assists (4.55 per game) and steals (1.50 per game).[7][17] His performance earned him a spot on the Pac-12 All-Freshman Team, recognizing his impact despite the Trojans' 12–20 overall record and 2–16 mark in conference play.[15][18] In his sophomore year of 2015–16, McLaughlin returned fully healthy, starting all 34 games and helping USC achieve a 21–13 record, including a 9–9 finish in the Pac-12 that secured a sixth-place standing and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.[7][19] He improved his production to averages of 13.4 points, 4.7 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.6 steals per game, demonstrating enhanced efficiency as the team's primary ball-handler and defensive pest.[7] For his contributions, he received All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention honors. A highlight came on December 23, 2015, when McLaughlin set a USC single-game assists record with 16 in a 100–64 rout of Lafayette, also adding 14 points and eight rebounds.[20] The Trojans fell in the first round of the NCAA Tournament to Kansas, but McLaughlin's leadership marked a foundational step in the program's turnaround under Enfield.[19]2016–2018 seasons
As a junior during the 2016–17 season, McLaughlin emerged as a key leader for USC, starting all 36 games and averaging 12.9 points and 5.5 assists per game while contributing 3.6 rebounds. His consistent play earned him All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention recognition, highlighting his growing influence in the conference. Under his direction at point guard, the Trojans compiled a 26–11 record and advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament, marking a significant step in the program's resurgence.[7][21][22] Entering his senior year in 2017–18, McLaughlin was named to the preseason Bob Cousy Award watchlist, recognizing him among the nation's top point guards. He delivered career-best performances, averaging 12.8 points, a league-leading 7.8 assists, and 3.7 rebounds per game over 36 appearances, while ranking second in USC history for career assists at 739. These efforts secured him spots on the All-Pac-12 First Team, the Pac-12 All-Defensive Team, and the NABC All-District 20 First Team, underscoring his elite playmaking and defensive prowess with 2.0 steals per game. As a three-time team captain, McLaughlin's leadership guided USC to a 22–12 record, bolstering the program's competitive standing in the Pac-12.[23][21][24][25][21][26] At the team's postseason banquet, McLaughlin was honored with the Forrest F. Twogood Award as USC's top defensive player, reflecting his tenacity on both ends of the floor. He capped his collegiate career by graduating in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in sociology, later earning a master's in communications management. McLaughlin's tenure as a senior cemented his legacy as a pivotal figure in elevating USC basketball, finishing as the program's all-time leader in minutes played (4,294) and steals (213).[27][26]Professional career
Long Island Nets (2018–2019)
After going undrafted in the 2018 NBA Draft following his senior season at the University of Southern California, where he averaged 12.8 points and 7.8 assists per game, Jordan McLaughlin signed with the Brooklyn Nets to participate in the 2018 NBA Summer League.[28][29] In five games with the Nets' Summer League team in Las Vegas, he averaged 7.0 points, 4.2 assists, and 1.8 rebounds per game, showcasing his playmaking ability despite the team's winless record.[29] Impressed by his performance, the Nets signed him to an Exhibit 10 training camp contract on August 20, 2018, providing an opportunity to compete for a roster spot or G League assignment.[29] McLaughlin was waived by the Brooklyn Nets on October 11, 2018, prior to the start of the regular season, and was allocated to their NBA G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, on October 19, 2018.[30] As a key guard for Long Island during the 2018–19 G League season, he appeared in 39 regular-season games (starting 16), averaging 15.0 points, 4.6 assists, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 29.1 minutes per game while shooting 42.5 percent from the field and 33.5 percent from three-point range.[4] His efficient scoring and facilitation helped anchor the Nets' backcourt, contributing to their strong 33–17 regular-season record and first-place finish in the Atlantic Division.[31] Among his standout performances, McLaughlin recorded a season-high 32 points, eight assists, and a career-best six steals in a 110–100 victory over the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the 2018 NBA G League Showcase on December 21, 2018, demonstrating his defensive prowess and ability to run the offense.[32] He also scored 29 points with seven assists in a December 2, 2018, win against the Lakeland Magic, and erupted for 27 points and nine assists in a 125–109 rout of the Erie BayHawks on March 14, 2019, extending Long Island's winning streak to 10 games.[33] In the playoffs, McLaughlin elevated his play, averaging 16.8 points and 5.6 assists over five games (including the Finals) in 32.8 minutes per game, helping the Nets advance to the G League Finals before falling to the Vipers.[4][34]Minnesota Timberwolves (2019–2024)
McLaughlin signed a two-way contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves on July 20, 2019, allowing him to split time between the NBA team and its G League affiliate, the Iowa Wolves.[35] He made his NBA debut on November 6, 2019, against the Memphis Grizzlies, recording 5 points, 2 assists, and 1 steal in 22 minutes during a 137-121 loss.[36] Over the 2019-20 season, he appeared in 30 games off the bench, averaging 7.6 points and 4.2 assists in 19.7 minutes per game, including a career-high 24 points against the Los Angeles Clippers on February 8, 2020.[2] The Timberwolves re-signed McLaughlin to another two-way contract on December 19, 2020, ahead of the 2020-21 season. He converted to a standard three-year, $6.48 million contract on September 15, 2021, securing his roster spot as a restricted free agent.[37] Across his five seasons with Minnesota, McLaughlin played in 242 regular-season games, primarily as a backup point guard, averaging 4.6 points, 3.2 assists, and 1.6 rebounds in 15.5 minutes per game.[2] His role emphasized efficient playmaking and perimeter defense, with a career assist-to-turnover ratio of 3.2 during his Timberwolves tenure.[2] In the 2021-22 playoffs, McLaughlin contributed as a bench spark during Minnesota's Western Conference first-round series against the Memphis Grizzlies, averaging 6.2 points, 3.4 assists, and 2.4 rebounds in 16.6 minutes across five games; he scored a playoff-high 16 points, including four three-pointers, in Game 4 to help secure a 119-97 win.[38] Entering the 2023-24 season as the final year of his contract, the Timberwolves guaranteed his $2.32 million salary in June 2023, amid discussions of potential trade interest at the deadline, though he remained with the team through the year.[39]Sacramento Kings (2024)
On July 10, 2024, McLaughlin signed a one-year contract with the Sacramento Kings, bringing veteran backcourt depth from his prior experience with the Minnesota Timberwolves.[40] The deal, valued at approximately $2.4 million, positioned him as a reserve option behind starters De'Aaron Fox and Malik Monk.[41] During the 2024–25 season, McLaughlin filled a backup point guard role amid injuries in the Kings' guard rotation, including rookie Devin Carter's extended absence due to shoulder surgery.[42] He appeared in 28 games for the Kings, averaging 1.9 points, 0.9 assists, 0.8 rebounds, and 6.8 minutes per game while shooting 38.5% from three-point range.[5] His contributions provided steady ball-handling and perimeter defense, helping maintain team depth during a transitional period in the backcourt.San Antonio Spurs (2024–present)
On February 3, 2025, the San Antonio Spurs acquired guard Jordan McLaughlin from the Sacramento Kings in a three-team trade that also brought in All-Star De'Aaron Fox, providing McLaughlin an opportunity to join the Spurs' rebuilding roster.[43] McLaughlin quickly integrated as a reserve point guard, appearing in 18 games during the remainder of the 2024–25 season, where he averaged 2.5 points and 1.5 assists in 6.9 minutes per game, serving as a reliable bench spark with his quickness and playmaking in support of the young core.[44] His contributions helped stabilize the second unit amid the team's developmental focus.[45] Following the season, McLaughlin re-signed with the Spurs on July 12, 2025, to a one-year contract worth $3 million, securing his role as a veteran presence in the backcourt. In the early 2025–26 season, through the first nine games as of November 10, 2025, he has averaged 3.5 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, emphasizing defensive efforts alongside emerging talents like Victor Wembanyama, including multiple steals in key wins.[46] His steady minutes off the bench have been crucial during backcourt injuries to starters.[47] McLaughlin encountered a minor setback in the 2025 preseason, missing three games due to an undisclosed issue, described by reports as general soreness, before returning for the final exhibition against the Indiana Pacers on October 17, 2025.[48] He logged 11 minutes in that game, contributing three points and demonstrating readiness for the regular season.[49]Analysis
Playing style
Jordan McLaughlin, standing at 6 feet tall, leverages his exceptional quickness and speed to excel as an undersized point guard in the NBA, particularly in transition plays where he can push the pace and create scoring opportunities for his teammates.[1] His agility allows him to thrive in uptempo offenses, using bursts of speed to beat defenders off the dribble and facilitate in pick-and-roll situations, often collapsing the defense to open driving lanes or kick-out passes.[50] This burst-oriented style has made him a reliable change-of-pace option off the bench, injecting energy into lineups that need to accelerate the game's tempo.[51] McLaughlin's elite court vision and passing ability stand out as core strengths, enabling him to average 2.8 assists per game over his career despite limited minutes, demonstrating a potential for 3.0 or more in expanded roles through precise reads and unselfish play. On defense, he compensates for his size with tenacious on-ball pressure and instincts as a ballhawk, posting 0.8 steals per game while harassing ball-handlers and disrupting passing lanes. His pesky, high-energy defensive approach draws comparisons to fellow undersized guards like Ish Smith and Patrick Beverley, who rely on hustle and quick hands rather than physicality to generate turnovers and deflections.[52] While effective as a scorer through drives to the rim and mid-range pull-ups—getting to the paint with regularity—McLaughlin's limitations are evident in his three-point shooting, where he has connected on just 37.2% of attempts career-wide, as of the 2025–26 season.[53] This profile has evolved from his college days as a primary floor general at USC into a specialized NBA bench contributor, where his skill set shines in short bursts rather than as a full-time starter.[54]Career impact
Jordan McLaughlin's career exemplifies the challenges and opportunities of the undrafted path to the NBA, beginning with his time in the G League after going undrafted out of USC in 2018. He signed a two-way contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2019 following a season with the Long Island Nets, gradually earning a standard NBA deal and a three-year contract by 2021, demonstrating persistence and readiness that have become hallmarks of the G League-to-NBA pipeline.[11][35] His progression underscores the league's growing reliance on such routes, providing a model for aspiring players by showing how G League experience can lead to sustained NBA roles.[55] As a reliable bench guard for the Timberwolves from 2019 to 2024, McLaughlin served as an "on-call" rotation player, offering high assist-to-turnover ratios and perimeter shooting to spell aging starter Mike Conley during the grueling 82-game season. His versatility and defensive energy contributed to team depth during the 2023–24 campaign, where Minnesota advanced to the Western Conference Finals for the first time in 20 years, with McLaughlin appearing in 6 playoff games to provide steady minutes off the bench.[56][57] Joining the San Antonio Spurs in 2024 amid their rebuilding efforts, McLaughlin has brought veteran poise to a youthful roster, leveraging his high basketball IQ for effective backup minutes early in the 2025–26 season. As of November 2025, he has averaged 3.5 points and 1.3 assists in 11 games off the bench, aiding the Spurs' strong 8-3 record.[58][59][53] Drawing from his USC tenure as a three-year captain and central figure in the Trojans' program turnaround—where he led by example, arriving early for practices and fostering a winning culture—he has positioned himself as a stabilizing influence for emerging talents like Stephon Castle.[10][60] Off the court, McLaughlin has engaged in community initiatives in his native California, hosting annual basketball camps at Etiwanda High School since 2023 to teach skills and instill work ethic in local youth, reflecting his commitment to giving back to the Inland Empire region that shaped his early development.[61][62]Awards and honors
High school awards
During his senior year at Etiwanda High School in 2013–14, Jordan McLaughlin was named the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Player of the Year, recognizing his standout performance as a point guard leading the Eagles' offense.[63] This accolade marked a repeat honor for McLaughlin, who had previously earned the same award as a junior.[63] McLaughlin also received the San Bernardino Sun Player of the Year award that season, highlighting his contributions of 17 points per game en route to a 27–5 team record.[64] In addition, he was selected to the first-team All-CIF Southern Section, an honor that underscored his defensive prowess and playmaking in the competitive Southern California Interscholastic Federation.[7] These recognitions were tied to Etiwanda's strong season, including a No. 9 ranking in the state.[7]College awards
During his freshman season at the University of Southern California in 2014–15, McLaughlin earned recognition as one of the top newcomers in the Pac-12 Conference, being named to the Pac-12 All-Freshman Team after averaging 12.1 points and 4.5 assists per game.[15][17] As a sophomore in 2015–16, McLaughlin received All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention honors from the conference coaches, acknowledging his contributions as the Trojans' primary ball-handler with 13.4 points and 4.7 assists per game.[65] In his junior year of 2016–17, he again garnered All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention recognition, highlighted by his leadership in guiding USC to the NCAA Tournament while posting 12.9 points and 5.5 assists per game.[66][67] That season, McLaughlin was also placed on the watch list for the Bob Cousy Award, presented annually to the nation's top point guard by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.[68] McLaughlin's senior campaign in 2017–18 marked his most acclaimed college season, culminating in selection to the All-Pac-12 First Team after leading the conference in assists (7.8 per game) and helping USC secure a share of the regular-season title.[69] He further distinguished himself regionally with a spot on the NABC All-District 20 First Team, an honor voted by the National Association of Basketball Coaches for top performers in the West region.[25] He was also named to the Pac-12 All-Defensive First Team.[70] Additionally, McLaughlin received the Pac-12 Tom Hansen Conference Medal as the conference's top scholar-athlete.[26] At USC's end-of-season banquet, McLaughlin was awarded the Forrest F. Twogood Award as the team's best defensive player, reflecting his tenacity on both ends of the court with 2.0 steals per game.[27]Career statistics
Regular season
McLaughlin has appeared in 296 regular season games across seven NBA seasons as of November 10, 2025, averaging 13.9 minutes, 4.1 points, 2.8 assists, 1.4 rebounds, 0.8 steals, and 0.6 turnovers per game. His career field goal percentage is 44.4%, with a three-point percentage of 37.2% and free-throw percentage of 74.7%. In total, he has scored 1,200 points, dished out 817 assists, and grabbed 421 rebounds while committing 190 turnovers.[71] The following table summarizes his per-game regular season statistics by season:| Season | Team(s) | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | TPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 30 | 2 | 19.7 | 48.9 | 38.2 | 66.7 | 1.6 | 4.2 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 1.0 | 7.6 |
| 2020-21 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 51 | 2 | 18.4 | 41.3 | 35.9 | 76.7 | 2.1 | 3.8 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 1.0 | 5.0 |
| 2021-22 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 62 | 3 | 14.5 | 44.0 | 31.8 | 75.0 | 1.5 | 2.9 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 3.8 |
| 2022-23 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 43 | 0 | 15.8 | 42.1 | 30.8 | 83.3 | 1.4 | 3.4 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 0.8 | 3.7 |
| 2023-24 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 56 | 0 | 11.2 | 48.3 | 47.2 | 72.2 | 1.3 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 3.5 |
| 2024-25 | Sacramento Kings | 28 | 0 | 6.8 | 36.4 | 38.5 | 68.8 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
| 2024-25 | San Antonio Spurs | 18 | 0 | 6.9 | 53.6 | 45.0 | 100.0 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 2.5 |
| 2025-26 | San Antonio Spurs | 8 | 0 | 9.3 | 41.7 | 33.3 | 100.0 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 3.5 |
| Career | 296 | 7 | 13.9 | 44.4 | 37.2 | 74.7 | 1.4 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 4.1 |
Playoffs
McLaughlin has appeared in 13 NBA playoff games across three postseason runs with the Minnesota Timberwolves, averaging 2.8 points, 1.7 assists, and 1.5 rebounds per game in limited bench minutes.[2] His playoff contributions have been sparse, reflecting his role as a depth player behind starters like Mike Conley, but he provided energy and defensive hustle in key moments.[2] The following table summarizes McLaughlin's playoff statistics by series:| Year | Round | Team | Opponent | Games Played | Minutes per Game | Points per Game | Assists per Game | Rebounds per Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–22 | First Round | MIN | MEM | 5 | 17.4 | 6.2 | 3.4 | 2.4 |
| 2022–23 | First Round | MIN | DEN | 2 | 5.5 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| 2023–24 | First Round | MIN | PHX | 2 | 3.5 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.5 |
| 2023–24 | Conference Semifinals | MIN | DEN | 3 | 6.3 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| 2023–24 | Conference Finals | MIN | DAL | 1 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |