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NBA Draft leaves questions for Thunder and Ja Morant

CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 4:45 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

NBA Draft leaves questions for Thunder and Ja Morant
Summary

The 2026 NBA Draft concluded without any established players traded. The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Aday Mara with the 12th pick, aiming to bolster their frontcourt against San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama. Mara, referred to as a potential "Wemby stopper," faces a logjam in OKC’s roster amidst a looming cap crunch. Teams may still explore trades as they navigate roster adjustments, particularly concerning high-profile players. Ja Morant’s situation remains uncertain as the offseason unfolds.

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  • •Oklahoma City drafted Aday Mara to strengthen their frontcourt.
  • •No established player trades occurred during the draft.
  • •Thunder face a significant cap crunch with 16 players under contract.
  • •Ja Morant's offseason plans are still unclear as trade talks linger.
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  • 4:45 AMCBS NBA — Five lingering questions after NBA Draft: OKC gets 'Wemby stopper' but what's next? Is Ja Morant out of luck?
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We know the top 30 picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, but plenty of questions remain as the offseason ramps up

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