NBA Draft 2026 preview: Teams eye prospects Aday Mara, Morez Johnson Jr., Dailyn Swain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Ahead of the NBA Draft on June 22, 2026, teams are assessing prospects to enhance their rosters. The Oklahoma City Thunder could target Aday Mara, a 7-foot-3 shot-blocker, to address their center position challenge. The Chicago Bulls are projected to select Morez Johnson Jr. at No. 15, aiming to establish a competitive culture with his strong work ethic. The Philadelphia 76ers might pursue Dailyn Swain at No. 22 to strengthen their wing position with size and skill. These selections reflect teams prioritizing fit and potential impact rather than strictly addressing positional needs.
- •Oklahoma City Thunder eye Aday Mara for center help
- •Chicago Bulls expected to draft Morez Johnson Jr.
- •Philadelphia 76ers looking at Dailyn Swain for wing depth
- •NBA Draft set for June 22, 2026
- •Teams considering fit alongside player potential
- 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Draft 2026: 3 players, 3 team fits, including OKC addressing a 'big' problem
"Let's do a little NBA matchmaking and pair some prospects with excellent team fits.
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