Aday Mara News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Starting Wednesday Mara is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Trail Blazers, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Joining Mara in the first unit for Wednesday's game will be Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jared McCain, Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein. Over two starts this season, Mara is averaging 13.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 3.0 swats per contest.

4 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in loss Mara had 10 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block in 26 minutes during Tuesday's 123-103 loss to Portland.

Impact Mara gave the Thunder good minutes off the bench, finishing around the rim and holding his own on the glass. With Chet Holmgren (knee) and Jaylin Williams (back) out, the rookie center is getting a real chance to play. He'll split time with Isaiah Hartenstein for now, but performances like this make him hard to keep off the floor.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Shifting back to bench Tuesday Mara is not listed in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

Impact Mara will head back to the bench after starting and impressing in Saturday's 114-75 victory over Washington. He tallied 18 points (8-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three blocks in what was his second career start. Mara will provide size in the second unit to counter Portland's frontcourt duo of Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Aday Mara's Career Night Powers OKC Thunder to Fourth Straight Win Oklahoma City earned its fourth straight win, and its rookie big man once again played a significant role. On Saturday night, the Thunder ca...

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Impresses at both ends Saturday Mara registered 18 points (8-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three blocks in Saturday's 114-75 win over the Wizards.

Impact Making just his second start of the season -- and second in his last three games -- Mara capitalized on his opportunities with efficient interior scoring and strong rim protection. His three blocks were especially valuable for category-league managers, while eight rebounds and three assists added versatility to his performance. Given how depleted the Thunder are in the frontcourt due to the injuries to key players such as Jalen Williams (leg), Chet Holmgren (knee) and Jaylin Williams (back), Mara could be in line for a bigger role in the coming weeks. It's still early in the season, but he's making the most of the opportunity.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder rout the poor-shooting Wizards 114-75

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points in three quarters and the Oklahoma City Thunder routed poor-shooting Washington 114-75 on Saturday night, holding the Wizards to the lowest...

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Mara will start Saturday against the Wizards, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports.

Impact Mara will replace Jared McCain in the first unit for Saturday's game. In his previous start this season, Mara finished with nine points, five rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 25 minutes.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Mara isn't listed in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Mara entered the starting lineup in Wednesday's win over Cleveland but will move back to the bench to begin Friday's contest. Kenrich Williams will move into the four spot as a result, while Ajay Mitchell starts at the three and Jared McCain gets the nod at the two.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Mara will start Wednesday against the Cavs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Mara will replace the injured Jaylin Williams (back) in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game, and it'll be Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Ajay Mitchell, Kenrich Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein rounding out the first unit Wednesday evening. Mara has been heating up over the past four games, so it'll be interesting to see what the rookie can do in his first career start. Per 36 minutes this season, Mara is averaging 12.8 points, 11.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 3.4 swats per contest.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly double-doubles Mara supplied 10 points (5-7 FG), nine rebounds and one block over 20 minutes during Monday's 117-112 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact Mara delivered an efficient performance in a reserve role, finishing one rebound shy of a double-double while providing Oklahoma City with productive frontcourt minutes. His playing time remains a consideration for fantasy managers, but Monday's showing offered another glimpse of his potential as a rebounder and interior scorer in the absence of Chet Holmgren (knee).

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Swats four shots off bench Mara closed Saturday's 119-98 loss to the Rockets with seven points (3-7 FG, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and four blocks over 28 minutes.

Impact In his first game since Holmgren was ruled out for at least two months, Mara logged 28 minutes off the bench and dominated the defensive end. If he keeps getting minutes like this behind Isaiah Hartenstein, Mara's rebounding and shot-blocking will make him relevant in more than just deep leagues. He's a strong speculative add for anyone who needs blocks.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses off bench Mara finished Monday's 125-114 win over Phoenix with 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 20 minutes.

Impact Mara delivered his best performance of the young season, recording his first career double-double while establishing season highs in points, rebounds, minutes and blocks. The rookie center also committed four turnovers and five fouls, but his contributions on both ends of the floor were encouraging. With Chet Holmgren (knee) sidelined, Mara could continue seeing additional opportunities in Oklahoma City's frontcourt, though his fantasy appeal remains limited to deeper leagues.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

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.

OCTOBER 21 • 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

OCTOBER 21 • 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...

OCTOBER 21 • 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.

OCTOBER 16 • 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

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder rout the poor-shooting Wizards 114-75

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