OKC Thunder select Aday Mara at No. 12 in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:32 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder selected 7-foot-3 big man Aday Mara from the Michigan Wolverines with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Mara, coming off a national championship season, is expected to provide immediate contributions and long-term potential in Oklahoma City, partnering with Chet Holmgren in the frontcourt. His elite passing vision and size could enhance the team's dynamics. The Thunder also hold the No. 17 pick, offering another opportunity to secure an NBA-ready prospect.
- •Oklahoma City Thunder drafted Aday Mara at No. 12 overall.
- •Mara stands 7-foot-3 and has strong passing skills.
- •He is expected to contribute as a rookie.
- •Thunder still have one more pick at No. 17 in the first round.
- •Mara is coming off a national championship season with Michigan.
- 1:32 AMYahoo Sports — OKC Thunder Land Perfect Fit in Aday Mara at No. 12
"Standing 7-foot-3 with elite passing vision, the Michigan standout offers a towering new dimension to the roster while providing a high-upside partner for Chet Holmgren’s frontcourt.
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