Aday Mara News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Holds own against Wemby Mara produced seven points (3-4 FG, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one block across 12 minutes during Tuesday's 116-104 win over the Spurs.

Impact Mara made a significant impact in his NBA debut, scoring efficiently off the bench in 12 minutes. The 7-3 rookie's biggest moment came on defense, when he blocked a Victor Wembanyama alley-oop attempt. Thunder centers Isaiah Hartenstein and Holmgren took most of the minutes in the frontcourt, but Mara's success against Wembanyama should earn him more minutes going forward.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Opening night in the NBA provided some hints of what may be to come this season

Opening night in the NBA provided some hints

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder roll past Spurs 116-104 in first matchup since conference finals defeat

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 32 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder opened their season with a 116-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, the team that ended their dreams of a tit...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Thunder dispute contract concerns The Thunder maintain that Mara is cleared to play in the NBA despite a contract dispute with his former Spanish club, Basket Zaragoza, Marc Stein of The Stein Line reports.

Impact Basket Zaragoza contends that Mara remains under contract, but Oklahoma City says the NBA has advised the organization that no clearance from the Spanish team is necessary because the rookie center spent the past three years playing college basketball in the United States. The Thunder appear confident in Mara's eligibility, though the disagreement with his former club remains unresolved. There is currently no indication that the dispute will prevent him from playing in the NBA.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Tuesday Mara won't start Tuesday's preseason game against the Pacers, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact With Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle) back in the lineup, Mara will slide to the second unit. The rookie big man is fresh off posting a double-double in Monday's loss to Atlanta, during which he recorded 17 points, 10 rebounds, six assists and five blocks in 33 minutes.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles with five blocks Mara put up 17 points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-12 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and five swats over 33 minutes in Monday's 113-110 preseason loss to the Hawks.

Impact Mara got some extended run with Oklahoma City resting their entire starting lineup and some key reserves, and he came through with his first double-double of the preseason. Mara is loaded with upside, so he'll make for an intriguing plug-and-play option on the days the Thunder rest their stars.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

OKC Thunder Big Man Depth Promising Amid Aday Mara's Preseason Breakout Oklahoma City has had some of the most interesting big man depth in the league over the past few seasons, and it might have finally bolstere...

OCTOBER 11 • SI.COM

Aday Mara could single-handedly lead SGA to new career high OKC Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could find his production in one particular area of play significantly boosted by Aday Mara's...

OCTOBER 9 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Thunder rookie Aday Mara could give the Timberwolves headaches Thunder rookie Aday Mara has been a preseason standout, and this could spell trouble for the Timberwolves.

OCTOBER 9 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Can Aday Mara Continue His Preseason Dominance? Can the Thunder’s standout rookie continue his stellar play? The Oklahoma City Thunder haven’t had the best start to the preseason, as the s...

OCTOBER 9 • SI.COM

Aday Mara already proving to give Thunder a cheat code they didn't have last year Aday Mara has already given the OKC Thunder a glimpse of what their offense lacked last season.

OCTOBER 9 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Thunder believed to have officially added 'exactly what we need' in Aday Mara Aday Mara is already being pegged as a player the OKC Thunder "need."

OCTOBER 8 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Aday Mara's not-so-obvious skill something Thunder are quickly taking advantage of The OKC Thunder are actively hunting a particular skill set not often associated with someone of Aday Mara's physical profile.

OCTOBER 8 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Strikes for 22 points in preseason loss Mara amassed 22 points (10-10 FG, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 25 minutes in Wednesday's 128-126 preseason loss to the Bucks.

Impact After posting 12 points on 5-of-5 shooting along with nine rebounds, three assists and three blocks in the front end of this back-to-back set, Mara remained highly productive Wednesday. The rookie big man led all players in scoring and showed off his ability as a lob threat while shooting a perfect 10-for-10 from the field. Although the 21-year-old has impressed in the preseason thus far, he figures to face significant competition for minutes during the regular season.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Bennett Stirtz's continued emergence grants the Thunder a hidden rotational weapon The Oklahoma City Thunder's biggest fish of the 2026 NBA Draft, obviously, was Aday Mara. He has major upside as a rim protecting and offens...

OCTOBER 7 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Jalen Williams was LOVING IT😂

OCTOBER 7 • YOUTUBE

Aday Mara's preseason debut proves he was missing one specific thing in Summer League The OKC Thunder are now giving Aday Mara what he severely lacked during Summer League.

OCTOBER 7 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

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OCTOBER 7 • YOUTUBE

Swats three shots in 18 minutes Mara recorded 12 points (5-5 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and three blocks over 18 minutes in Tuesday's 116-110 preseason loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Oklahoma City's No. 12 overall selection from the 2026 NBA Draft is loaded with upside, but he'll have a tough time finding consistent minutes while Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein are healthy. That said, he could make for an intriguing plug-and-play option on the nights the Thunder opt to rest some of their vets.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Aday Mara is proving exactly why the Jazz shamelessly tanked last season The Oklahoma City Thunder got their hands on Aday Mara because of the Los Angeles Clippers. The Utah Jazz were in danger of doing the same t...

OCTOBER 7 • THEJNOTES.COM

Starting preseason opener Mara is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's preseason game against the Pelicans, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact The Thunder are resting several key rotation members, meaning Mara will get the nod at center. The rookie was the 12th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and will battle Jaylin Williams for the backup center role behind Isaiah Hartenstein, so a strong preseason will be key to winning that gig.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Hartenstein better hope latest bold Aday Mara prediction doesn't come true OKC Thunder wing Kenrich Williams revealed his true opinions on the rookie, and let's just say Isaiah Hartenstein won't love them.

OCTOBER 3 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

OKC Thunder Teammate Offers High Praise For Aday Mara The Oklahoma City Thunder were given a gift back in June. The No. 12 overall pick via the Clippers in the 2026 NBA Draft. This is an unusual...

OCTOBER 1 • SI.COM

Unofficial Thunder seer Kenrich Williams sets his sights on Aday Mara's future Kenrich Williams believes Aday Mara has a rather bright future as a member of the OKC Thunder.

OCTOBER 1 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Thomas Sorber admission makes Aday Mara all the more valuable to Thunder Thomas Sorber's recent revelation should only give Aday Mara even more attention from the OKC Thunder during camp.

SEPTEMBER 28 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

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Opening night in the NBA provided some hints of what may be to come this season

Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder roll past Spurs 116-104 in first matchup since conference finals defeat