Warriors projected to select 7-foot-3 center Aday Mara in mock draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 1:07 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The Golden State Warriors are expected to select center Aday Mara with the 11th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, according to a recent mock draft. Mara, a 21-year-old 7-foot-3 player from Michigan, is noted for his passing ability and shot-blocking skills. The Warriors have struggled to find a long-term solution at center and may see Mara as a perfect fit for their system. While the team could explore trade options, Mara's skills could fill a critical gap in the lineup. The draft is set for later this month, leaving open the potential decisions the Warriors might make.
- •Warriors hold the 11th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Aday Mara is a 21-year-old center from Michigan.
- •Mara has been described as a strong passing big man.
- •Team may also consider trades for proven veterans.
- •Warriors have struggled to secure a consistent center.
- 1:07 PMYahoo Sports — Golden State Warriors land 7-foot-3 center in latest mock draft
"In a recent mock draft, the Golden State Warriors were projected to take a 7-foot-3 center, plugging a hole in their front court
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