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| HT/WT: 7-3, 255 lbs |
| Birthplace: Zaragoza, ES |
| Age: 21 |
| School: Michigan |
| Experience: R |
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| Regular Season | 20.4 | 8.3 | 61.5 | 6.3 | 1.4 |
Top Aday Mara News
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: Starting Saturday
Mara will start Saturday against the Wizards, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: Not starting Friday
Mara isn't listed in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: Starting Wednesday
Mara will start Wednesday against the Cavs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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).
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
In his first game since Chet Holmgren (knee) 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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: Not starting Tuesday
Mara won't start Tuesday's preseason game against the Pacers, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.
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.
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Thunder's Aday Mara: 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.
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.
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