Aday Mara goes No. 12 to Oklahoma City Thunder in 2026 NBA Draft

Thunder land a 7-3 center at pick 12.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 241 min read

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The 12th pick of the 2026 NBA Draft, Aday Mara joins Lauren Green after being drafted by the @okcthunder. https://t.co/f

What happened: Aday Mara was selected 12th overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2026 NBA Draft. The Michigan big man spoke with Lauren Green following his selection.

Why it matters: Adding a towering young center gives Oklahoma City a developmental frontcourt piece as it builds toward the 2026-27 season. Mara becomes part of a Michigan class that sent multiple players into this draft, underscoring the program's pipeline to the pros.

By the numbers: Mara, a 7-foot-3 center out of Michigan, comes off the board at No. 12. He is one of three Michigan players bound for the 2026 NBA Draft.

What to watch: Watch how Oklahoma City integrates Mara into its frontcourt rotation through Summer League and training camp ahead of the 2026-27 season.

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