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UCLA's Aday Mara throws down a nasty jam to extend lead over USC

UCLA's Aday Mara throws down a nasty jam to extend lead over USC

MARCH 9, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Aday Mara shows off his elite post moves to help UCLA finish first half strong vs. USC

Aday Mara shows off his elite post moves to help UCLA finish first half strong vs. USC

MARCH 9, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Finishes with double-double Mara ended Monday's 73-69 win over Northwestern with 11 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 16 minutes.

Impact Mara logged only six minutes last Friday against Purdue, but he was able to put forth an incredibly efficient performance against an undermanned Northwestern squad here. It was his second double-double of the year and first since his only start of the season back on Jan. 27. The fact that a quality big man of this caliber comes off the bench is a testament to the depth of this year's UCLA team. He and the tournament-bound Bruins will close out the regular season this Saturday with a home matchup against USC.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Up 14 late, UCLA withstands Northwestern's rally Tyler Bilodeau scored 19 points, Aday Mara came off the bench to register his second career double-double and UCLA held off a furious, late-...

MARCH 4, 2025 • WATAUGADEMOCRAT.COM

Up 14 late, UCLA withstands Northwestern's rally Tyler Bilodeau scored 19 points, Aday Mara came off the bench to register his second career double-double and UCLA held off a furious, late-...

MARCH 4, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

UCLA avoids calamitous collapse to pull out 73-69 win over Northwestern

UCLA overcame its mistakes and survived Northwestern's late surge in a 73-69 road win on Monday.

MARCH 4, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

UCLA avoids calamitous collapse to pull out 73-69 win over Northwestern

Up 14 late, UCLA withstands Northwestern rally Tyler Bilodeau scored 19 points, Aday Mara came off the bench to register his second career double-double and UCLA held off a furious, late-...

MARCH 4, 2025 • SACBEE.COM

Big minutes for center Aday Mara have coincided with winning time for UCLA The Bruins are 8-0 this season when Aday Mara plays at least 15 minutes, a fact coach Mick Cronin is well aware of.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • LATIMES.COM

UCLA's Aday Mara crashes the boards and throws down an impressive jam vs. Minnesota

UCLA's Aday Mara crashes the boards and throws down an impressive jam vs. Minnesota

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Remains productive off the bench Mara closed Friday's 72-68 victory over Indiana with eight points (3-5 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 13 minutes.

Impact Mara chipped in eight points, five rebounds, two assists and two blocks as the Bruins took down the Hoosiers on Friday night. The 7-foot-3 sophomore has seen a large role uptick down the stretch for UCLA, averaging nine points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.5 blocks across the Bruins' last nine games (19.1 minutes per game).

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UCLA Bruins vs. Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | FOX College Hoops

UCLA Bruins vs. Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | FOX College Hoops

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

UCLA's Aday Mara throws down alley-oop jam to extend lead against Indiana

UCLA's Aday Mara throws down alley-oop jam to extend lead against Indiana

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Aday Mara throws down a two-handed slam, extending UCLA's lead over Oregon

Aday Mara throws down a two-handed slam, extending UCLA's lead over Oregon

JANUARY 31, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Starting against USC Mara is listed amongst the Bruins' starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against USC.

Impact Mara will start in place of the injured Tyler Bilodeau (ankle), marking his first start of the season. The 7-foot-3 senior has been on a roll for the Bruins, averaging 17 points, six rebounds and 3.5 blocks on 25.5 minutes per game across UCLA's last two games after he was previously deployed as a depth option.

JANUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another strong showing in win Mara recorded 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds and five blocks over 30 minutes during Friday's 65-60 victory over Washington.

Impact Fresh off a career outing against the Badgers, Mara tallied 12 points, seven rebounds and five blocks during Friday's win over the Huskies. The 7-foot-3 sophomore, who was previously a depth option for the Bruins, is averaging 17 points, six rebounds and 3.5 blocks across UCLA's last two games. It appears Mara has proven himself worthy of more playing time especially with the Bruins' frontcourt injury woes.

JANUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aday Mara makes his presence felt in UCLA's upset win over Wisconsin LOS ANGELES - Having been just a bit player in his 1 1/2 college seasons, Aday Mara moved to the for...

JANUARY 22, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Working while he waits for bigger role, UCLA's 7-foot-3 Aday Mara is no sleeping giant Working closely with strength coach Dave Andrews, UCLA center Aday Mara is working toward a future that includes having an increased role wi...

JANUARY 12, 2025 • LATIMES.COM

Nears double-double Tuesday Mara had nine points (3-3 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 16 minutes during Tuesday's 111-75 victory over Prairie View A&M.

Impact Mara finished one point shy of a double-double during Tuesday's rout of the Panthers. The 7-foot-3 sophomore has come off the bench in all 11 games this season, averaging 5.5 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.2 blocks on 10.5 minutes per game. Mara has been extremely efficient in his limited role, converting on 67.6 percent of his shots from the field this season.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Big night in crushing win Mara closed Tuesday's 88-43 victory over Southern Utah with six points (3-6 FG, 0-1 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal in 18 minutes.

Impact Mara notched six points, eight rebounds, three assists, three blocks and a steal as the Bruins dominated Southern Utah on Tuesday night. The 7-foot-3 sophomore has made the most of his limited opportunities this season, averaging 6.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 1.3 blocks on 10.3 minutes per game (seven outings). Mara remains in a deep bench role for the Bruins in his second season with the program.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Career-high 16 points against Lehigh Mara finished with 16 points (7-8 FG, 2-4 FT) and six rebounds across 13 minutes during Friday's 85-45 victory over Lehigh.

Impact Mara made the most of Friday's lopsided affair against Lehigh, posting a career-best 16 points across just 16 minutes of action. The 7-foot-3 center remains firmly behind Tyler Bilodeau at the five spot, but he may be able to jump William Kyle's spot in the Bruins' rotation if he continues to shine on limited opportunities.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive presence against BU Mara notched seven points (2-6 FG, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds and one block in 11 minutes during Monday's 71-40 win over Boston University.

Impact Mara notched seven rebounds and one block on the defensive side of the ball across 11 minutes of action against the Terriers on Monday. The 7-foot-3 sophomore averaged 3.5 points, 1.9 rebounds and 0.7 blocks across 28 games last season and looks poised for a similar role with the Bruins this season.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available before regular season Mara (foot) logged eight points (4-4 FG) and five rebounds across seven minutes during UCLA's exhibition game Wednesday against Cal State (LA).

Impact Mara averaged 3.5 points and 1.9 rebounds across 9.5 minutes across his 28 games (eight started) during UCLA's 2023-24 season. Now a sophomore, the big man's center competition continues to be tough, this time involving transfers Tyler Bilodeau and William Kyle III. The Bruins' exhibition indicates Bilodeau is their most preferred option at center, leaving Mara to fight Kyle for a less valuable but worthy reserve role.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seen practicing Mara (foot) was seen practicing and going through individual drills, Tracy McDonald of Rivals.com reports.

Impact The last time reporters saw the Bruins practice, Mara was off to the side doing strength and conditioning drills. This is obviously a step up, even if the center isn't practicing fully yet. Mara remains questionable for UCLA's opener against Rider, but is clearly trending in the right direction.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rest Wednesday, should be back soon Mara (foot) is not participating in UCLA's team practice Wednesday but should be back in practice within a week, according to 247Sports.

Impact UCLA's basketball team has commenced engagement in preseason practices, for which Mara will not be immediately available. However, the 7-foot-3 center practicing within one week should help him be ready for UCLA's exhibition game against Cal State L.A. on Oct. 30. Even more on the plus side is Mara using the six weeks he sat out to add muscle, which can add to his previously recorded 240-pound frame.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seen wearing protective boot Mara was seen wearing a protective boot around his foot this week, according to Tracy Pierson of 247Sports.com.

Impact Mara's right foot requires a protective boot, which indicates he needs at least some time to recover. Fortunately for him, more than multiple months remain before the Bruins begin their 2024-25 season.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE