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Thunder Rookies Show Promise, Room to Grow | Oklahoma City Thunder News
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The Thunder stayed quiet in the offseason, reinforcing their core with smart moves like re-signing Lu Dort and Isaiah Hartenstein, while giving young prospects Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz a chance to grow. Mara, a 7’3” passing center, dazzled with his court vision but struggled defensively against quicker guards and needed to be more active in the paint. Stirtz showed poise and offensive IQ but was overwhelmed by NBA athleticism, hesitating against longer defenders and getting pushed around on defense. Both players are far from ready to carry the load, but with veterans like Shai and Chet already in place, the Thunder’s patient, long-term strategy gives them room to develop. The real test? Can these rookies become reliable playoff contributors without the pressure of stardom?
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