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Thunder’s 7’3 Center Prepares for NBA | Oklahoma City Thunder News
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are betting big on seven-foot-three center Aday Mara, the 12th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, by sending their new Athletic Performance Director Maral Javadifar to Spain to prep him for NBA demands. Javadifar, a Super Bowl-winning NFL strength coach, is helping Mara build stamina and adapt to the league’s pace after his standout college season with Michigan’s national championship team. Meanwhile, Mara’s international duties with Spain’s FIBA World Cup qualifiers against Portugal and Greece add another layer to his development as he aims to become a cornerstone for both his team and country for years to come.
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