Aday Mara expresses excitement after joining Oklahoma City Thunder
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Aday Mara, selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder with the No. 12 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, shares his enthusiasm for joining the team. At 7-foot-3, Mara adds significant size to the Thunder's frontcourt, aiming to help the team pursue a championship. He acknowledges the adjustment from college to the NBA will be substantial, but he is eager to play alongside talented teammates. Mara highlighted the strong chemistry within the team as a positive factor for his development.
- •Mara was picked 12th overall in the 2026 NBA draft.
- •He previously played at Michigan and is now joining a title contender.
- •Mara stated he is excited about the team's chemistry.
- •The Thunder recently re-signed Isaiah Hartenstein.
- •Mara's rookie role is expected to be limited initially.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Aday Mara offers early impressions of OKC Thunder: 'I'm excited'
"Aday Mara offers early impressions of Oklahoma City Thunder: 'I'm excited.'
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