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Warriors eye draft selection of Aday Mara to bolster frontcourt depth

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:58 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Warriors eye draft selection of Aday Mara to bolster frontcourt depth

Summary

The Golden State Warriors are positioned to address their frontcourt needs in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. Aday Mara, a 7-foot-3 center from Michigan, is a projected target after his strong performance following a national championship win. Mara averaged 12.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks during his junior season. Concerns about his free-throw shooting and turnovers may factor into the Warriors' decision-making. The Warriors will likely face competition for Mara's selection from the Oklahoma City Thunder and Chicago Bulls.

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By the Numbers

•Warriors enter the 2026 NBA Draft looking for frontcourt help.
•Aday Mara helped Michigan win the national championship.
•Mara recorded 12.1 points and 2.6 blocks per game this season.
•Concerns include limited mobility and inconsistent free-throw shooting.
•Warriors may compete with Thunder and Bulls for drafting Mara.

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What they're saying

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The Golden State Warriors enter the 2026 NBA Draft with one glaring need: size. Draymond Green is aging into a smaller role, Al Horford turned 40 on June 3, and Kristaps Porziņģis would be an unrestricted free agent.
— Yahoo Sports

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