Nets may target Aday Mara with sixth overall pick in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 6:51 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Rival teams expect the Brooklyn Nets to consider Michigan center Aday Mara with the sixth pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft on June 23. Analysts have noted Mara's strong combine performance, increasing his stock as an NBA prospect. During his junior season, he averaged 12.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game while maintaining a shooting percentage of 66.8%. While the Nets have existing frontcourt options like Nic Claxton, Mara's unique playmaking skills could make him an appealing addition if they opt for a big man.
- •NBA Draft is set for June 23, 2026.
- •Aday Mara played for Michigan, averaging 12.1 points this season.
- •Mara's combine measurements have led to increased lottery interest.
- •The Nets may choose Mara despite having veterans at center.
- •Other teams also interested in Mara include the Hawks, Warriors, and Thunder.
- 6:51 PMYahoo Sports — Nets considered in play for Michigan's Aday Mara by rival teams
"Rival teams believe the Brooklyn Nets could take Michigan Aday Mara with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, per ESPN's Jeremy Woo.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 5:40 PMRecap: What OKC Thunder said at Sunday, Oct. 18 NBA practice
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 5:12 PMDid Thunder’s Sam Presti tell Kevin Durant about James Harden trade? The mystery is solved
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 5:02 PMNBA insiders keeps it 100 about Brandon Miller, Hornets’ future
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 4:00 PMThe arguments for why OKC Thunder should, shouldn't sign Cason Wallace
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 3:09 PM3 Miami Heat bold season predictions after finally trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 2:37 PMFormer Providence star Devin Carter gets a fresh NBA shot in Boston