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sports16 days ago•4 min saved

Thunder add Mara and Stirtz to fuel championship pursuit

OKC drafted Aday Mara at No. 12 and moved up to No. 16 to select Bennett Stirtz, aiming to strengthen rim protection and playmaking on rookie-scale deals as they chase another deep playoff run. Mara adds versatile frontcourt size with elite reach and elbow-pass potential; Stirtz brings high-IQ, pick-and-roll scoring and shooting, though defense and strength aren’t elite. Neither is likely to play major minutes right away, but both fit Presti’s plan to add ready-made contributors and depth.

via FanSided|

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sports18 days ago•17 min saved

Dusty May's Michigan Ties Put Aday Mara in Mavericks' Sights

With Dusty May taking over the Mavericks, CBS Sports' mock draft projects Dallas using the No. 9 pick on Michigan 7'3" center Aday Mara, a defensive anchor who could pair with Cooper Flagg in Dallas. The piece notes Mara’s shot-blocking pedigree from Michigan’s title run and mentions potential alternative targets if Mara isn’t available; it also flags a possible trade-down with Oklahoma City and surveys the rest of the round-one projections.

via CBS Sports|

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basketball1 month ago•5 min saved

Dybantsa Not Locked At No. 1 as Mara Surges in 2026 NBA Draft Buzz

As the 2026 NBA Draft approaches, AJ Dybantsa remains the likely No. 1 but isn’t guaranteed, with Darryn Peterson and others still in contention amid medical review concerns. Aday Mara’s strong combine has him climbing boards and could disrupt the top-8 run on guards. Don’t expect the Jazz to trade up for Dybantsa; Sacramento is eyeing Darius Acuff at No. 7, and Milwaukee could add more picks if Giannis moves.

via NBC Sports|

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sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Draft Rumors Signal Fluid Top Tier as Teams Eye 2026 Picks

NBA draft chatter shows no clear No.1: AJ Dybantsa is a tentative favorite, but teams aren’t treating him as a lock for the Wizards; a consensus top four of Dybantsa, Peterson, Boozer and Wilson exists with Peterson likely going to Utah, Boozer to Memphis, Wilson to Chicago. Peterson’s medicals and interview impressions are watched; Aday Mara is rising toward the lottery and could land around the 8th pick for Atlanta, while Milwaukee’s 10th pick and possible multiple selections fuel Giannis trade chatter. Brooklyn is tied to Mara and Nate Ament and could move; Sacramento aims for Darius Acuff at No.7 to address point guard needs; Phoenix may pursue a first-round addition beyond 47th. The draft landscape remains unsettled with teams weighing several prospects and moves.

via Hoops Rumors|

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sports3 months ago•11 min saved

Mara's Size-Driven Rise Elevates Michigan Into NBA Lottery Talk

Michigan's 7-3 center Aday Mara, who transferred from UCLA, anchored a dominant title run with elite length, post scoring, elite rim protection, and exceptional outlet passing. His late-season free-throw improvement and a potential future three-point shot add to his appeal, though his shooting range is still developing. His standout NCAA Tournament performance has vaulted him into lottery consideration in 2026, with mock drafts placing him in the top 10 as evaluators weigh his unique size and playmaking ability in double-big lineups.

via SB Nation|

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sports3 months ago•3 min saved

Mara’s Draft Dilemma: Return to Michigan or Turn Pro?

Michigan center Aday Mara must choose between entering the NBA draft or returning for another college season. The piece compares Mara to Donovan Clingan, Walker Kessler, and Marc Gasol to weigh whether another year could boost his lottery chances, noting Mara’s elite 7'3" frame and strong two-point defense but highlighting needs to improve shooting, free-throw accuracy, and rebounding. It suggests that while a return could help, it's unclear if it would meaningfully raise his draft stock, making the decision a wait‑and‑see gamble.

via Maize n Brew|

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