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Oklahoma City Thunder draft Aday Mara 12th overall in NBA lottery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:50 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Oklahoma City Thunder draft Aday Mara 12th overall in NBA lottery
Summary

Aday Mara was selected 12th overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder during the NBA draft held on June 24, 2026. The 7'3" center previously played for the Michigan Wolverines, where he helped lead the team to a national championship after leaving the UCLA Bruins. Last season, he earned the Big Ten Conference Defensive Player of the Year award, showcasing his defensive skills while averaging 12.1 points and 6.8 rebounds per game. Mara joins a Thunder roster with established centers, including Isaiah Hartenstein, Jaylin Williams, and Chet Holmgren.

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  • •Aday Mara was previously with Michigan after transferring from UCLA.
  • •He won a national title and earned Defensive Player of the Year honors.
  • •Mara averaged 12.1 points and 6.8 rebounds during his last season.
  • •The Thunder also have reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on their roster.
  • •Mara's role with the Thunder may grow as he develops.
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  • 1:50 AMYahoo Sports — Aday Mara selected 12th overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder
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Aday Mara won his break up with the UCLA Bruins, winning a college national title and is now drafted in the NBA lottery.

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